Carmen Salas B.S., MBA
About Carmen Salas B.S., MBA
Carmen Salas holds a B.S. and an MBA and serves as the Manager of Grant and Accounting at CommonSpirit Health since 2022. With extensive experience in research finance and project management, she has effectively managed multi-million dollar projects and overseen human resources functions for numerous employees.
Work at CommonSpirit Health
Carmen Salas has been serving as the Manager of Grant and Accounting at CommonSpirit Health since 2022. In this role, she oversees financial operations related to grants and ensures compliance with various funding requirements. Her responsibilities include managing budgets, financial reporting, and collaborating with various stakeholders to facilitate effective grant management.
Experience at Dignity Health
Carmen Salas has held the position of Research Finance Manager at Dignity Health since 2016. Over her eight-year tenure, she has managed financial operations for research projects, ensuring that funding is utilized effectively. Her role involves working closely with project teams to address financial issues and maintain compliance with grant requirements.
Educational Background
Carmen Salas earned her Master’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Phoenix, where she studied from 2009 to 2011. Prior to that, she completed her Bachelor of Science in Organizational Behavior with a minor in Business at Northwestern University between 1998 and 2005. Additionally, she attended the Dale Carnegie School, focusing on Leadership from 2009 to 2010.
Professional Experience
Carmen Salas has a diverse professional background. She worked as a Senior Consultant at St. Luke's Healthcare Systems and Visantis Healthcare Services from 2015 to 2016. Prior to that, she served as the Manager for the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter Camera at Arizona State University from 2006 to 2009. Her earlier roles include Assistant Director of Purchasing and Material Services at NorthShore University HealthSystem from 1994 to 1997.
Project Management and Financial Oversight
Carmen Salas has demonstrated strong project management skills, notably in her work on the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter Camera (LROC) project. She created and managed an Excel spreadsheet to track 104 deliverables, ensuring timely completion. Additionally, she managed financial operations for a $25 million budget across various accounts, including those associated with Arizona State University and NASA.