Allana Carter
Wesley Chapel
Summary
Dynamic financial leader with a proven track record at NAVAIR and the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter program, specializing in budget management and financial analysis. Excels in leveraging Microsoft Excel, ERP, and CCaR systems to drive decision-quality insights, foster teamwork across functions, and innovate financial processes to enhance program efficiency and execution.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Budget Financial Manager
Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR)
12.2023 - Current
- Budget Financial Manager (BFM) for the Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch (EMALS) program.
- Improved EMALS financial execution, resulting in increased funding to implement critical changes onboard the USS Gerald Ford-class ship (CVN-78).
- Developed and implemented financial process improvements to increase accuracy and transparency across internal and external stakeholders.
- Formulate budgets and estimates to support plans, programs, and activities, including presenting and defending budget estimates to leadership.
RDT&E Appropriations Manager
F-35 Joint Strike Fighter
03.2023 - 12.2023
- RDT&E Appropriations Manager, consisting of over $10 billion across the Future Years Defense Program (FYDP).
- Led realignment efforts to avoid programmatic delays within the organization.
- Integrated program inputs from multiple USAF and Department of Navy stakeholders to review consolidated financial deliverables, including annual spend plans, Budget Estimate Submission documentation, Continuing Resolution (CR) requirements, Congressional Requests for Information (RFIs), and Monthly Execution Reviews.
- Prepared financial execution briefs utilizing CCaR for executive leadership on program execution, and provided recommendations to correct program variances.
Financial Analyst
F-35 Joint Strike Fighter
10.2019 - 03.2023
- Provided extensive financial data and analysis support to ensure internal and external decision-makers were provided with actionable, decision-quality information for all F-35 programs.
- Created an invaluable President's Budget (PB) workbook to deliver an entirely revamped PB22 RDT&E budget to the Congressional Committees.
- Prepared and reviewed budget justification materials for accuracy and adherence to budgetary, financial policies, practices, regulations, and fiscal law.
- Led budget and execution training sessions to teach FM analysts how to effectively utilize PBIS, CCaR, and Navy ERP to formulate and update budget exhibits and funding documents.
Financial Analyst Intern
Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR)
06.2011 - 09.2016
- Successfully completed the Pathways internship program and transitioned to the Weapons Procurement Program Office.
- Monitored and reconciled budget authority and program execution.
- Supported senior leadership by providing financial status reports and execution briefs.
- Assisted in the preparation and review of budget justification materials.
Education
MBA -
University of Maryland University College
12.2018
Bachelors of Science - Business Management
University of Maryland, College Park
05.2015
Skills
- Problem-solving and critical thinking
- Strong financial forecasting, data analysis, and reporting utilizing SAP and CCaR systems
- Ability to collaborate effectively across functional areas
- Highly detail-oriented
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Microsoft Excel expertise, including Pivot Tables and Power Query
Accomplishments
- Artificial Intelligence & Career Empowerment Certificate - University of Maryland
- 2021 Department of the Navy (DoN) Acquisition Excellence Nominee
- DAWIA Level II certified
- Currently maintains an active Secret Security Clearance
Timeline
Budget Financial Manager
Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR)
12.2023 - Current
RDT&E Appropriations Manager
F-35 Joint Strike Fighter
03.2023 - 12.2023
Financial Analyst
F-35 Joint Strike Fighter
10.2019 - 03.2023
Financial Analyst Intern
Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR)
06.2011 - 09.2016
MBA -
University of Maryland University College
Bachelors of Science - Business Management
University of Maryland, College Park
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