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Pam Collie

Pam Collie, CPA


Finance Director



Professional Overview
Pam Collie is an accomplished finance and accounting professional with over 15 years of experience driving strategic financial management and operational excellence across the healthcare industry. As the Finance Director at Compassion Health Care, Inc. and the CFO at Caswell Family Medical Center, she leverages her deep expertise in financial reporting, budgeting, and process optimization to support the growth and financial well-being of her organizations.

Experience Summary

Current Roles
Finance Director, Compassion Health Care, Inc. (2020 - Present)
  • Oversee all aspects of financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting for this 250-bed acute care hospital

  • Spearheaded the implementation of a new enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, improving data integrity and streamlining accounting workflows

  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and implement cost-saving initiatives, resulting in a 7% reduction in operating expenses over the past two years


CFO, Caswell Family Medical Center (2015 - Present)
  • Manage the financial planning, analysis, and reporting for this multi-specialty outpatient clinic with three locations

  • Led the successful transition to a new electronic health record (EHR) system, enhancing patient data management and improving billing efficiency

  • Developed and implemented robust financial controls and policies, improving cash flow management and reducing days in accounts receivable by 15%


Career Progression
Prior to her current roles, Pam held various finance and accounting positions within the healthcare industry, including Staff Accountant at Danville Regional Medical Center and Senior Financial Analyst at North Carolina Health Network. Throughout her career, she has demonstrated a strong ability to drive process improvements, optimize financial performance, and contribute to the overall success of her organizations.

Academic Background
Pam holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. She is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and maintains active membership in the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) and the North Carolina Association of CPAs.

Areas of Expertise
  • Financial reporting and analysis

  • Budgeting and forecasting

  • Accounting systems implementation and optimization

  • Cost management and operational efficiency

  • Healthcare industry regulatory compliance


Professional Impact
Pam's leadership and strategic financial management have had a significant impact on the organizations she has served. Her ability to identify and implement cost-saving initiatives, enhance financial controls, and drive process improvements have contributed to improved financial performance and operational efficiency. Pam is known for her collaborative approach, problem-solving skills, and commitment to supporting the long-term growth and sustainability of her healthcare partners.

Conclusion
With her proven track record of success in the healthcare finance and accounting arena, Pam Collie is poised to continue making valuable contributions to her organizations and the industry as a whole. Her expertise, coupled with her dedication to delivering exceptional financial management and strategic guidance, make her a valuable asset to any healthcare organization.