Thea Lawson, CPA
Director of Finance
Professional Overview
Thea Lawson is an accomplished finance executive with over 30 years of experience in the healthcare and real estate industries. As the Director of Finance at Saint Simeon's, she is responsible for overseeing all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and compliance. With a strong background in strategic financial planning and risk management, Thea has a proven track record of driving organizational efficiency and profitability.
Experience Summary
Current Role
Thea has served as the Director of Finance at Saint Simeon's, a leading senior living community in Tulsa, Oklahoma, since 2013. In this role, she is responsible for managing the organization's financial operations, including budgeting, cash flow management, and financial reporting. Under her leadership, Saint Simeon's has achieved consistent year-over-year revenue growth and improved financial performance.
Career Progression
Prior to joining Saint Simeon's, Thea held the position of Chief Financial Officer at GH2 ARCHITECTS, LLC, a prominent architectural firm, where she was instrumental in streamlining financial processes and improving profitability. Before that, she served as the Chief Financial Officer at University Village, a large-scale mixed-use development, where she played a pivotal role in the successful financial management of the project.
Thea's early career includes positions as an Accountant at Hillcrest Healthcare System and an Auditor at the prestigious accounting firm, Price Waterhouse. Her diverse experience and keen financial expertise have enabled her to make significant contributions to the organizations she has served.
Academic Background
Thea holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree in Accounting from the University of Oklahoma. She is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and has maintained her professional certification throughout her career.
Areas of Expertise
- Financial planning and analysis
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Cash flow management
- Financial reporting and compliance
- Risk management
- Healthcare and real estate industry knowledge
Professional Impact
During her tenure at Saint Simeon's, Thea has played a pivotal role in driving the organization's financial success. She has implemented robust financial controls and processes, resulting in improved operational efficiency and cost savings. Thea's strategic financial planning and forward-thinking approach have been instrumental in securing funding for major facility upgrades and expansion projects, positioning Saint Simeon's as a leader in the senior living industry.
Thea is also an active member of the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) and the Oklahoma Society of CPAs, where she serves on the Healthcare Finance Committee, sharing her expertise and contributing to industry-wide initiatives.
Conclusion
With her exceptional financial acumen, strategic mindset, and strong leadership skills, Thea Lawson is a highly respected finance executive. Her dedication to driving organizational success and her commitment to professional development make her a valuable asset to Saint Simeon's and the broader healthcare and real estate industries.
