Shiraz Ahmed

Director Finance and Rcm @Kemah Palms Recovery

Kemah, TX, US

As Director of Finance and Revenue Cycle, I lead all financial operations and RCM functions across inpatient and outpatient settings, including a residential recovery center. My focus is on aligning financial strategies with clinical operations, improving cash flow, and supporting sustainable growth.Key Responsibilities:Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting aligned with organizational goalsOversee the complete revenue cycle: patient Admissions, insurance verification, coding, billing, collections, and denial managementImplement automation and AI tools to improve RCM workflows and financial visibilityManage monthly close, financial reporting, and accounting compliance (GAAP)Monitor and optimize key metrics such as AR days, clean claim rate, and collection efficiencyEnsure compliance with federal/state regulations and payer requirementsCollaborate with CPAs on tax filings, audits, and year-end reporting to ensure regulatory and financial accuracyDirect multi-entity QuickBooks management, financial reconciliations, and audit preparationLead cross-functional RCM and finance teams, both onshore and offshoreSupport due diligence, M&A activities, and contract reviews for expansion and strategic partnershipsPresent financial and operational insights to executives and key stakeholders

Mehran University of Engineering and Technology

Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.), Civil Engineering