Priti L.
Director of Finance & Business Administration
United States
Professional Overview
Priti L. is an accomplished finance and business administration executive with over 15 years of diverse experience in the healthcare and technology industries. As the Director of Finance & Business Administration at Baptist Health System, she oversees the organization's financial operations, strategic planning, and business administration functions, playing a pivotal role in driving the organization's growth and profitability.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Director of Finance & Business Administration at Baptist Health System, Priti is responsible for managing the organization's financial strategy, budgeting, and reporting processes. She leads a team of financial analysts and business administrators, ensuring the efficient and effective allocation of resources to support the hospital's clinical and operational goals. Under her leadership, Baptist Health System has achieved significant cost savings and improved its financial performance, contributing to the organization's overall success.
Career Progression
Prior to her current role, Priti served as the Chief Accounting Officer (CAO) at Aviva Senior Living, where she was instrumental in implementing robust financial controls and streamlining accounting processes. Before that, she held positions in budget and financial management at Goodman Networks, as well as government financial compliance at M7 Aerospace. Priti also gained valuable experience as a business and planning analyst at Boeing, where she contributed to the company's strategic decision-making processes.
Academic Background
Priti holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Texas at Austin, where she graduated with honors. She is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and has completed additional coursework in financial management and strategic planning.
Areas of Expertise
- Financial planning and analysis
- Budgeting and cost management
- Financial reporting and compliance
- Business process improvement
- Strategic decision-making
- Team leadership and development
Professional Impact
During her tenure at Baptist Health System, Priti has played a pivotal role in securing a $25 million grant to fund the expansion of the organization's outpatient clinics, which has significantly improved access to healthcare services in the local community. Additionally, she has led the implementation of a new enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, streamlining financial operations and enhancing data-driven decision-making across the organization.
Conclusion
Priti L. is a seasoned finance and business administration professional with a proven track record of driving organizational growth and efficiency. Her extensive experience, technical expertise, and collaborative leadership style make her a valuable asset to Baptist Health System as it continues to navigate the evolving healthcare landscape.
