Andrew Lewis
Tacoma
Summary
Well qualified Administrative professional offering demonstrated skill and success in managing internal accounting processes, improving controls and strengthening systems for optimal performance. Proficient in all aspects of accounting, including accounts payable and receivable, budget administration and payroll. Gifted in building and leading solid teams to handle high-volume operations with consistency, accuracy and full compliance with regulatory requirements.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Budget and Finance Manager
Washington State University
07.2023 - Current
- Provided diverse oversight and coordination of personnel, fiscal and administrative operations for maximum efficiency
- Administered the day-to-day operations including setting priorities, established, and coordinated special projects an provided external and internal communications.
- Monitored daily workflow and assigned tasks to fiscal team to ensure maximum efficiency
- Oversaw personnel-related processes including full-cycle recruitment, retention, payroll review and certification and appointment renewals
- Reviewed and approved all purchasing and cost obligation activities to ensure compliance with established policies
- Developed fiscal and operational strategies, initiatives and resources
Budget Manager
Washington State University
01.2021 - 06.2023
- Analyzed revenues, expenditures and cash management.
- Reviewed operating budgets periodically to analyze trends affecting budget needs.
- Developed and implemented efficient reporting mechanisms through the use of available information technology that allowed for efficient and effective budget management, forecasting, and cost analysis in compliance with institutional policies and procedures.
- Oversaw personnel/payroll, purchasing, travel, and financial activities for the unit ensuring compliance with University policies and procedures while optimizing the work load and tasks among the unit fiscal team.
- Provided budget planning and run fiscal analysis, projections, and ad hoc reports for director, associate directors, and faculty.
- Performed month-end account analysis, headcount and salary reports, and related journal entries.
Fiscal Specialist 2
Washington State University
06.2016 - 12.2020
- Coordinated purchasing, payroll and travel activities for unit ensuring compliance with University policies and procedures.
- Maintained personnel, position, and payroll records.
- Reviewed time records for 200 employees to verify accuracy of information.
- Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing.
- Maintained and processed travel expenses for all department employees
- Reconciled 20 departmental procurement cards monthly ensuring all supporting documentation was present per university requirements.
- Processed off-campus vendor invoices for payment as requested.
Manager
Unleashed Dog Daycare & Wellness Center
07.2012 - 05.2016
- Hired, managed, developed and trained staff, established and monitored goals and conducted routine performance reviews
- Promptly responded to general inquiries from members, staff, and clients via mail, e-mail and fax.
- Conducted new employee onboarding process including screening, interviewing, hiring, and training
- Created office management processes to maximize efficiency and increase customer satisfaction.
- Closely supervised performance of all staff to foster positive attitude toward organizational objectives
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
City University of Seattle
Seattle, WA03.2014
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Tiffin University
Tiffin, OH2012
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Financial Resources Management
- Time Management
- Adaptable to Changing Conditions
- Willing to Learn
- Attention to Detail
- Microsoft Office
- Spreadsheet Tracking
- Budgeting
- Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Timeline
Budget and Finance Manager
Washington State University
07.2023 - Current
Budget Manager
Washington State University
01.2021 - 06.2023
Fiscal Specialist 2
Washington State University
06.2016 - 12.2020
Manager
Unleashed Dog Daycare & Wellness Center
07.2012 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
City University of Seattle
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Tiffin University
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