Experience

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  Sophia S. Gill, CPA

  • Owner

    • Jun 1986 - Present

    Tax planning, filing and business consulting practice

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  ACS, a Xerox Company

  • Operations Business Analyst

    • Nov 2008 - Nov 2010

    Performed critical role in project managment including contract negotiations, stakeholder representation, operational analysis and project documentation. Ensured contract adherence during system change planning and deployment of projects as Business analyst for the Texas Medicaid program. •Manag...

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  Seton Healthcare Network

  • United States
  • Hospitals and Health Care
  • 700 & Above Employee

  • Lead Business Systems Analyst

    • Oct 2007 - Jul 2008

    Improved network service line profitability and productivity at 10 sites through business systems analysis and consulting focused on revenue integrity, revenue coding, reimbursement and denials.•Identified preauthorization process weaknesses and recommended front office practice changes bringingadditional net reimbursement of $1M per year.•Designed, presented, trained and collaborated with management team on system improvements, budgettraining and strategies; staffing efficiency; supply utilization and expanded application of technology.•Drove performance improvements by identifying ineffective processes and optimizing operational linkagesbetween clinical and infrastructure departments. •Ensured consistent charge practices, accurate charge capture, effective authorization processes, contract adherence, maximum reimbursement and minimization of denials and patient billing issues.•Analyzed, monitored and promoted competitive market pricing, optimal charging and accurate billing•Extracted, analyzed and interpreted financial and benchmarking data and reports for management team.

  • Senior Financial Analyst

    • Jan 1995 - Oct 2007

    Chief financial advisor to Vice President and 8 Directors, providing single point of contact, analytical support and strategic input for division of 8 service lines, 10 sites, 5,000+ employees and a $150M annual expense budget. Grew income 500% during tenure while holding expenses to 17% of revenues. • Served as division’s link to Network Finance, Budget and Accounting.•Led the division through multiple budget seasons, ensuring the achievement of timelines and divisional goals. Provided leadership, analysis, research, recommendations, training, education and skill-building. •Provided extensive analytical support to all division departments and management team including review of financial statements, contracts and accounting treatment. •Initiated and prepared value propositions including financial projections and pro-forma income statements. •Designed, performed and interpreted financial and operational research and analysis. Presented findings and recommendations for improvement to Vice President, management team and Physicians.•Formulated and implemented strategies around expense reduction, costing systems, metrics, benchmarking, productivity improvements and negotiations for operational and capital budgets.

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  Seton Northwest Hospital

  • Director of Administrative Services

    • Jan 1994 - Jan 1996

    Leadership position reporting to hospital Administrator. Managed 50 staff and a $2.7M operating budget including Registration (Emergency Room, Lab, Imaging, Sports Medicine and Main Admissions,) Health Information Management (HIM), Food Service and Supply chain.•Represented hospital in problem re...

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  Seton Medical Center

  • Senior Project Analyst

    • Jan 1992 - Jan 1994

    Analyzed financial records and operations of acute care hospital and affiliated outpatient facilities, providing management advice and recommending operational, system and financial improvements.

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  Texas Commerce Bank

  • Financial Analyst/Internal Consultant

    • Jan 1986 - Jan 1989

    Developed and implemented an activity based costing methodology. In partnership with unit manager. Turned failing Lockbox service into market leader utilizing pricing strategy based on cost study results.

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  Texas Commerce Bancshares

  • Internal Auditor

    • Jan 1983 - Jan 1986
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  Arthur Andersen & Co

  • Staff Auditor

    • Jan 1982 - Jan 1983
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  Lloyd's of London

  • International Tax Intern

    • Feb 1981 - May 1981