Mary Hicks, CPA

Director of Finance

Professional Overview
Mary Hicks is an accomplished finance executive with over 15 years of experience driving strategic financial management and driving operational excellence within the healthcare industry. As the Director of Finance at Community Health Systems, she oversees all aspects of the organization's financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and compliance.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As the Director of Finance at Community Health Systems, Mary is responsible for leading a team of finance professionals and ensuring the organization's financial health and stability. In this role, she has streamlined financial processes, implemented advanced data analytics to drive informed decision-making, and spearheaded initiatives that have resulted in significant cost savings and improved profitability. Under her guidance, the finance department has consistently exceeded financial targets and earned recognition for its commitment to transparency and accountability.

Career Progression
Prior to her current role, Mary held progressively senior finance positions at leading healthcare organizations, including serving as the Assistant Controller at Sentara Healthcare and the Financial Analyst at Bon Secours Health System. Throughout her career, she has demonstrated a keen ability to identify and capitalize on strategic opportunities, optimize financial resources, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Academic Background
Mary holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Virginia and is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). She has also completed advanced coursework in healthcare finance and is a member of the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) and the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA).

Areas of Expertise

• Financial planning and analysis

• Budgeting and forecasting

• Treasury management

• Regulatory compliance and reporting

• Process improvement and optimization

• Cross-functional collaboration and strategic partnering

Professional Impact
During her tenure at Community Health Systems, Mary has played a pivotal role in the organization's financial transformation. She spearheaded the implementation of a new enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, which has streamlined financial reporting and enabled more informed decision-making. Additionally, she has led the development of a comprehensive financial dashboard, providing executive leadership with real-time visibility into key performance indicators.

Conclusion
With her proven track record of financial leadership, strategic thinking, and operational excellence, Mary Hicks is a valuable asset to the healthcare industry. Her unwavering commitment to driving sustainable growth and improving financial performance makes her an indispensable member of the Community Health Systems team.