Sheila Sakai

• Monitored program performance against established benchmarks, taking corrective action as needed to realign with desired outcomes.
• Trained team members and improved overall productivity and efficiency.
• Developed detailed project plans outlining tasks, timelines, dependencies, and resource requirements for successful execution.
• Trained team members on CFMS, improving overall productivity and efficiency.
• Monitors execution progress and analyzes variances as they occur to assure funds are properly allocated and work is executed in a timely manner.
• Coordinates with Financial Management in establishing Job Order Numbers (JON) and cost accounts based on the proper fund sources.
• Actively participates and contributes to efforts to improve procedures/processes affecting the delivery, quality, management, and cost effectiveness of NAVFAC products and services.
• Process customer incoming reimbursable funding documents in e-Tracker and provide updated reimbursable status of funds to program managers every pay period.
• Data pull and summaries (Reimbursable in Red, Reimbursable Job Order Number, etc) are performed daily, bi-weekly, and monthly as required to enable leadership of Project Managers properly manage budget and make adjustments as necessary.
• Sort labor and suspense reports to identify labor suspense for all fiscal years for Contingency Engineering and Operation Business Line managers. Create excel spreadsheets to separate each program manager labor suspense and amounts by pay periods.
• Utilize Financial Information System (FIS) to create reimbursable JON, build plan funds and process

documents for acceptance. Build authorization number for NAVFAC to perform work on behalf of a customer and a work package number allowing the project manager to group the project work.

• Maintain effective communication with all levels of management, military staff, program managers of fund status and apprised of budget problems or funding deficiencies.
• Use various financial and report generating software (FIS, COGNOS) to accurately build, link, track and return funds.
• Use applications (eTracker, FIS, COGNOS, databases/pivot tables) to analyze financial data, and advise leadership on effectiveness of funding strategy to assist in budget planning and execution.

• Implemented internal controls and complied with Naval regulations for financial management.
• Recorded, interpreted and communicated financial data and plans using Enterprise Resource Program (ERP) and CFMS.
• Handled payments and disbursements for reimbursable customers.
• Enhanced financial reporting accuracy by streamlining data collection and analysis processes.
• Analyzed Government Owned Contract Operation (GOCO) programs to assist with efficient allocation of resources.
• Performed ad-hoc analyses as needed to support organizational objectives while continually seeking ways to refine methodologies used.
• Supported senior management with strategic planning initiatives through detailed financial analysis and insightful recommendations.
• Prepared accurate and timely financial reports for both internal review and external audits, maintaining a strong reputation for fiscal responsibility.
• Created and maintained precise and accurate models, charts and reports.
• Participated in client meetings to discuss financial analysis.
• Participated in team meetings and training sessions to stay informed about product updates and changes.
• Increased efficiency and performance by monitoring contractor productivity and providing feedback.
• Utilized data analytics tools to monitor performance trends regularly, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes.

• Developed comprehensive financial models for forecasting and budgeting purposes, enabling better decision making.
• Supported senior management with strategic planning initiatives through detailed financial analysis and insightful recommendations.
• Improved month-end close process by identifying inefficiencies and implementing solutions that reduced time spent on manual tasks.
• Developed financial projections and forecasts to guide investment decisions.
• Created and maintained precise and accurate models, charts and reports.
• Participated in client meetings to discuss financial analysis.
• Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
• Participated in team meetings and training sessions to stay informed about product updates and changes.
• Utilized CFMS and STARS to manage interactions and track customer satisfaction.
• Cross-trained and provided backup support for organizational leadership.