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Abby Eastman

Abby Eastman

Westfield,IN
Be strong and courageous; do not be afraid or discouraged for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go. Joshua 1:9

Work Preference

Desired Job Title

Senior ConsultantSM SpecialistSenior Business AnalystSenior Business AnalystSystems Accountant

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

RemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Work-life balanceCompany CultureHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionPaid time offPaid sick leave401k matchCareer advancementFlexible work hours

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Senior Consultant

CSCI
Indianapolis, IN
03.2024 - 09.2025
  • Support the Navy’s Personnel and Pay, NP2 system by ensuring compliance with Federal Information System Controls Audit Manual (FISCAM) standards to strengthen security, accuracy, and audit readiness
  • Develop robust Access Control and System Security Policies while embedding Risk Management Framework and FISCAM control references to elevate audit traceability and regulatory adherence
  • Uncover gaps in BP, SM, AC, and SD controls by conducting analysis of the new FISCAM framework and implementing remediation actions to mitigate risks and reinforce organizational governance
  • Review Business Process Maps by evaluating control design and integrating FISCAM standards, including BP.06 for Master Data, Database/Table Maintenance, and Data Management Systems, to raise system reliability
  • Identify system and financial control deficiencies through documentation reviews to maintain audit readiness
  • Collaborate with the DAI Project Management Office, escalating complex issues to the DAI manager during USSGL conversions for financial data accuracy
  • Validate successful DAI system upgrades and deployments by creating and testing Oracle Analytics Server reports
  • Troubleshot issues by understanding issue, diagnosing root cause and coming up with effective solutions.
  • Evaluated clients' needs and created plan of action to provide solutions.

SM Specialist

Red Hawk Administrative Services
Indianapolis, IN
08.2023 - 03.2024
  • Directed a team of 8 junior staff to deliver automation support for Enterprise Risk Management and OMB A-123 internal control programs, with a keen focus on streamlining programmatic processes
  • Promoted informed decision-making by analyzing Internal Controls Documentation updates, synthesizing assessment findings, and preparing executive briefings for leadership
  • Provided strategic guidance for 8 junior staff personnel in formulating Entity Level Controls Risk Control Matrix along with ToD and ToE plans to amplify operational efficiency
  • Designed Organizational and Enterprise Health Matrices by guiding junior staff and applying GAO Green Book Internal Controls to establish benchmarks and monitor progress toward enterprise objectives
  • Headed 8 junior staff in reviewing and refining Assessable Unit Project Plan updates for accuracy and consistency
  • Partnered with stakeholders and prepared responses to Financial Risk Objectives for organizational accountability

Senior Business Analyst

EImagine
Indianapolis, IN
03.2022 - 06.2023
  • Facilitated requirements elicitation sessions with clients for Bureau of Disabilities Portal and Gateway systems, capturing functional needs to introduce new features and optimize existing .NET application performance.
  • Innovated interactive GUI screens using AdobeXD, while utilizing Tableau for reporting metrics outside JIRA, and recording business process flows in Visio to foster transparency
  • Augmented project visibility and communication effectiveness by maintaining JIRA documentation through real-time dashboards, workflow metrics and board creation
  • Interacted with internal customers to understand business needs and translate into requirements and project scope.

Senior Business Analyst

CSCI
Indianapolis, IN
09.2013 - 03.2022
  • Analyzed business intelligence data for relevance, while synthesizing findings into reports and presentations, as well as recommending actionable changes to synchronize operational strategies with organizational priorities
  • Enabled seamless Agile adoption for a Waterfall-centric delivery team by guiding teams, employing efficient Agile practices, and designing a documentation framework to ensure long-term scalability and knowledge sharing
  • Delivered reporting, data analysis, and executive-level presentations for the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense, Comptroller leadership team to support strategic planning and shape division-wide financial strategies
  • Evaluated feasibility of the system environment by crafting a Functional Review Document with Proof of Concept
  • Performed annual FISCAM and FFMIA audits for FY14–FY15 at the Defense Logistics Agency PMO, overseeing 55+ test events to simplify financial management process
  • Prepared detailed System Change Requests while completing Readiness Review Analysis for new system environments to decrease post-deployment issues
  • Steered financial activities, including tracking funds, processing deposits, and reconciling general ledger transactions, to strengthen fiscal integrity
  • Determined inefficiencies in accounting structures and procedures, implementing improved systems and processes to align with business needs and maximizing operational success
  • Recognized as Star Employee of 2017 for outstanding performance and contributions to organizational initiatives
  • Developed complex dashboard and reporting tools to track business performance metrics.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to identify business needs and data sources.

Systems Accountant

Defense Finance & Accounting Services
Indianapolis, IN
10.2012 - 09.2013
  • Defined functional requirements for a DoD Executive Dashboard, a web-based application, by gathering stakeholder input to deliver a tailored solution meeting technical standards and leadership expectations
  • Acted as a primary functional point of contact for users and clients, resolving complex issues and maintaining test user accounts across multiple applications to attain optimal system functionality
  • Enhanced software reliability by aiding managing Oracle Designer configurations across BEIS FoS releases
  • Carried out testing of the Standard Financial Information System Library while assisting with validation of the Defense Travel System to remediate critical gaps in line with FISCAM standards

Accountant

Defense Finance & Accounting Services, Enterprise Readiness Office
Indianapolis, IN
03.2010 - 08.2012
  • Functioned as a SME for SAP accounts receivable issues, providing guidance on transaction processing to cut errors
  • Served as staff expert in operational accounting functions by applying policies and procedures across DoD accounting systems, such as EBS and ECSS, to improve enterprise-wide interoperability
  • Aided in formulating and testing new/modified systems by integrating DLA SAMMS and Air Force FIABS legacy systems into EBS and ECSS to modernize enterprise accounting processes
  • Created proposals and contingency plans as risk management lead for DLA-Energy convergence to minimize vulnerabilities and reinforce program resilience
  • Examined MRD, TROR, and undistributed reports by reviewing data for integrity, completeness, and regulatory conformance, correcting errors to affirm accurate submissions to the OSD

Summary

Experienced and enthusiastic Consultant with track record of success across wide range of industries. Possesses exceptional interpersonal, problem-solving and analytical skills to provide advice and expertise to client organizations improving business performance. Experienced in all aspects of operations, strategy and finance.

Education

Master of Science - Accounting

Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion, IN
08.2016 - 12.2017

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

University of Maryland, College Park, College Park, MD
08.2002 - 01.2004

Skills

Consulting

System diagnostics

Strong leadership skills

Internal systems analysis

Financial management

Data-driven decision making

Strategic planning

Information security

Corporate governance

Cross-functional collaboration

Software management

Project documentation

Change management

Software implementation

Improvement recommendation

Project management

Business process reengineering

Data analytics

Business analysis

KPI analysis

Teamwork mindset

Business development

Systems analysis

Persuasion skills

Technology integration

Lean six sigma

Agile methodologies

Business administration

Data analysis

General ledger entries

ERP systems proficiency

Microsoft Excel

Analytical research

Accounts payable and receivable

Customer relations

A/P and A/R

GAAP accounting

Risk assessment

ERP accounting

Cash flow analysis

GAAP

Bookkeeping knowledge

Time management

Accounting and bookkeeping

SAP expertise

General ledger accounting

MS office suite

Auditing

Financial reporting

Risk management

Statutory reporting

Accounting recordkeeping

Regulatory compliance

Account reconciliation specialist

Attention to detail

Quickbooks

Auditing procedures

Generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)

Cashflow processes

Internal controls

Financial statements expertise

Audit support

Bank reconciliation

Financial statement preparation

Reporting

PeopleSoft

Data inputting

Financial statements

Account reconciliation

Finance

Administrative support

Budget analysis

Financial auditing

GAAP compliance

Year-end close

Payroll processing

Bookkeeping

Account reconciliation expert

Account reconciliation processes

Certification

  • Professional SCRUM Master Training - 2023
  • Green Belt Certified - 2021

Accomplishments

  • Achieved data conversions through effectively helping with migrating 100k+ payroll records.
  • Collaborated with team of 20 in the development of DRAS2.
  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
  • Documented and resolved data issues which led to quality data for conversion.
  • Supervised team of 6 staff members for DRAS2.
  • Supervised team of 8 junior staff members for audit support.
  • Supervised team of 70 staff members as Acting Division Chief for DFAS.

Work Availability

monday
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Affiliations

  • White Rock Fellowship

Software

PeopleSoft

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Suite

Quickbooks

Adobe XD

JIRA

Confluence

Languages

English
Native language

Timeline

Senior Consultant - CSCI
03.2024 - 09.2025
SM Specialist - Red Hawk Administrative Services
08.2023 - 03.2024
Senior Business Analyst - EImagine
03.2022 - 06.2023
Indiana Wesleyan University - Master of Science, Accounting
08.2016 - 12.2017
Senior Business Analyst - CSCI
09.2013 - 03.2022
Systems Accountant - Defense Finance & Accounting Services
10.2012 - 09.2013
Accountant - Defense Finance & Accounting Services, Enterprise Readiness Office
03.2010 - 08.2012
University of Maryland, College Park - Bachelor of Science, Accounting
08.2002 - 01.2004

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