Neil Harber, CPA
Chief Financial Officer
Professional Overview
Neil Harber is an accomplished Chief Financial Officer (CFO) with over 15 years of progressive experience in the healthcare and manufacturing industries. He is skilled in financial reporting, strategic planning, operational optimization, and leading high-performing teams. As the CFO of Ascend Plastic Surgery Partners, Harber is responsible for overseeing the company's financial operations, driving cost efficiencies, and supporting the organization's growth initiatives.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Chief Financial Officer of Ascend Plastic Surgery Partners, Harber is responsible for managing the company's financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting. He plays a key role in driving strategic decision-making, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and ensuring the organization's financial stability and long-term viability. Under Harber's leadership, Ascend Plastic Surgery Partners has achieved significant improvements in financial performance, streamlined processes, and strengthened its competitive position in the market.
Career Progression
Prior to joining Ascend Plastic Surgery Partners, Harber served as the Chief Financial Officer at Advanced Care Partners, where he played a pivotal role in improving the company's financial reporting, implementing cost-saving measures, and supporting the organization's growth initiatives. Before that, he held the position of Senior Director of Finance at US Radiology Specialists, where he was instrumental in optimizing financial processes, enhancing data analytics, and contributing to the organization's strategic decision-making.
Harber's diverse background also includes roles as a Regional Finance Director at McKesson and an Associate in the Finance, Reporting, and Decision Support (FRDP) program at the same company. Earlier in his career, he gained valuable experience as an Operations Analyst and KPI Office Lead at Worthington Industries, as well as a Fire Support Instructor and Platoon Leader in the U.S. Army.
Academic Background
Harber holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the Emory University Goizueta Business School, where he specialized in finance and strategic management. He is also a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and brings a strong technical understanding of accounting principles and best practices to his role.
Areas of Expertise
- Financial reporting and analysis
- Strategic planning and business transformation
- Cost optimization and operational efficiency
- Budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
- Team leadership and talent development
- Healthcare and manufacturing industry expertise
Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Harber has demonstrated a track record of driving operational and financial improvements. At Advanced Care Partners, he played a key role in improving the company's EBITDA by 25% over a two-year period through targeted cost-saving initiatives and process optimization. At US Radiology Specialists, Harber led the implementation of a new financial reporting system that enhanced data-driven decision-making and enabled the organization to make more informed strategic decisions.
Conclusion
With his extensive experience, strong financial acumen, and strategic mindset, Neil Harber is a valuable asset to Ascend Plastic Surgery Partners. As the Chief Financial Officer, he is committed to supporting the company's growth, optimizing its financial performance, and contributing to its long-term success in the healthcare industry.
