Chris Hudgell

Experience

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  PathCare Consulting Pathologist

  Apr 1998 - Apr 2004

  Finance Manager

  • Successfully negotiated final settlements to complete the merger of the public and private pathology providers• Successfully converted manual systems into computerized systems including general ledger, purchasing, inventory management and accounts payable• Successfully developed data warehouse for system links between payroll, laboratory, billing general ledger, consumables with the aim to develop key performance indicator reporting.• Established departmental cost centres, budgeting and made presentations at the Director Meetings.• Developed an understanding and operation of Medicare Benefit Schedules to ensure billing was raised correctly.• Maintained cash flow after company survived a major fire in March 1998.• Maintained low staff turnover whilst the organisation experienced difficult times due to change over of computer systems and meeting the Y2K compliance requirements.• Supervised the process to ensure cash and receipts from over 30 collection centres were appropriately traced and banked• Successfully managed the due diligence process which enabled the sale of the business to St John of God Health Care. Show less

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  West Carr & Harvey

  May 2004 - Aug 2006

  Practice Manager

  • Improved office efficiency by implementing a document management system and developing data extraction reports• Performed the administration and accounting function for the practice. Reviewed billable hours and disbursements to ensure that the practice chargeable time was optimised• Improved customer service by ensuring that the support staff:o maintained a professional imageo were appropriately skilled and trainedo were encouraged to work as a team• Managed change in the structure of the partnership• Promoted stakeholder engagement by compiling a monthly newsletter• Presented monthly reports to Partner meetings and participated in strategy and marketing development Show less

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  Be Communications

  Apr 2006 - May 2007

  General Manager

  • Developed awareness of the internet service provider industry and worked directly with the Managing Director• Automated the Broadband Connect claim process• Negotiated with Finance Brokers and contractors to establish payment options• Improved BAS reporting and addressed outstanding tax issues• Managed payroll, human resource issues and implemented policies and procedures.

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  Multicultural Aged Care Services Geelong (MACS)

  May 2007 - Aug 2021

  Business Manager

  • In 2015/16 was appointed as the acting CEO for a period 10 weeks. During that period I was effective in my crisis management as the organisation faced a major flood event in January 2016• Continue to be an effective member of the executive team • Proven ability to support families in their decision to use MACS services. That is provide the families guidance as to how they can navigate through the aged care system. We now have a wait list for all of our services.• Developed financial models which were successful in obtaining government loans and banking finance. As a result from the 2012 Aged Care Approval Round, MACS received a government zero real interest loan to the value of $4.9M for a term of 22 years to build an additional 30 permanent aged care beds • Improved management and Board reports, by introducing and revising key performance indicators. Wage cost was monitored by introducing budget EFT analysis and department heads were encouraged to develop leave management strategies for their staff. • Since participating in the initial trial for Consumer Directed Care Community Aged Care packages, MACS has been awarded additional packages in the community. The trial required extensive spreadsheets and access data bases. These systems have been replaced by the implementation of Carelink• Developed strategies to improve revenue raising capabilities without compromising MACS ability to address the unmet community needs. Government subsidies have increased because resident ACFI funding levels are reviewed during regular meetings with nursing staff.• Improved corporate governance by: o reviewing and developing policieso participating in the development of the risk management framework o developing registers such as compliance, assurance and company seal• Continued to achieve successful annual financial statutory audits. Our audits include several community program acquittals, prudential compliance and formulation of our annual financial statements Show less

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  Multicultural Community Services Geelong

  Aug 2021 - Dec 2021

  General Manager - Quality Risk and Compliance

  The Geelong Ethnic Community Council, also known as Diversitat merged with Multicultural Aged Care Services Geelong (MACS) and a new entity Multicultural Community Services Geelong (MCSG) was created. This role established the foundations of a best practice Quality, Risk and Compliance framework for MCSG. The role required to work closely with the executive / leadership team as the range of services for this new organisation is complex. The quality system being developed enabled potential of the organisation. Assessment of the needs and requirements of a Registered Training office, Home Care Services, Residential Aged Care, NDIS, Community Programs such as family and children support as well as refugee settlement; was also being undertaken. I developed the framework to manage COVID19 outbreaks. Additionally the position managed the occupational health and safety for the new organisation. Show less

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  Hudgell Consulting

  Jan 2022 - now

  Senior Consultant

  My consulting roles have provided business support services that enable organisations to reach their full potential. I am available for short term contracts, projects and interim senior executive placement. I have a proven ability to be flexible and provide operational level support and data entry. I can also assist with the development and management of corporate governance, financial and management accounting, risk management, quality and continuous improvement.Interim and short-term executive positions which have included:o Financial accounting and end of month reportingo Operations and Finance Managero Facilities managemento Compliance Managero Governanceo Stakeholder engagemento Management reportingo Aged Care residential agreements and customer support Show less

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  Geelong Cemeteries Trust

  Feb 2022 - now

  Independent Member - Audit and Risk Committee

  I am appointed as an independent member to this committee which meets on a quarterly basis. In this role I maintain effective working relationships with the Trust and senior management. I supervise and review internal audit, external audit, risk management and compliance.

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  The Geelong College

  Sept 2022 - now

  Seasonal Rowing Coach

  Reporting to the Director of Rowing, I nurtured rowing talent from the novice to become an experienced competitor. I ensured the safety of the students and maintained a high level of participation and enthusiasm for the sport.