Results-driven Federal Grant Accountant with expertise in financial reporting, budget preparation, and audit compliance. Proven ability to conduct accurate reconciliations and ensure regulatory compliance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Federal Grant Accountant
Virginia DBHDS
Richmond, Virginia
01.2023 - Current
Processed federal grant drawdowns for payroll and operational expenses.
Performed monthly/quarterly reconciliations of federal grant expenditures.
Prepared financial reports, cash requests, and journal entries.
Reviewed financial data and conducted transaction audits to ensure grant compliance and reporting accuracy.
Customer Service Generalist
Virginia Department Of Motor Vehicles
Charlottesville, Virginia
08.2019 - 01.2023
Processed driver’s license, renewal, and vehicle registration applications in compliance with Virginia DMV regulations.
Administered road skills tests to evaluate driver competency and determine licensing eligibility.
Assisted customers with vehicle titles, tax documentation, and identification services.
Managed high-volume transactions and daily cash reconciliation to ensure financial accuracy.
Customer Service Representative
Walmart
Richmond, VA
09.2016 - 09.2019
Assisted customers with purchases, returns, and transaction issues in a high-volume retail environment.
Processed cash and credit card transactions using POS systems with strong accuracy.
Balanced cash registers and completed end-of-day sales reconciliation.
Supported the Bakery department during peak demand by managing customer orders.
Education
Master of Science - Strayer University
Strayer University
Washington, DC
01-2025
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Accounting
Yazd University
Isfahan, Iran
MBA - Master of Business Administration
Isfahan University
Isfahan, Iran
Skills
Federal grant management
Grant writing
Financial reporting
Budget preparation
Financial reconciliation
Audit compliance
Customer relationship management
Affiliations
Elementary School Teacher — Wonderful Virginia Academy, Woodbridge, VA | 2013–2016 Co-taught elementary classes and delivered daily instruction and classroom support. Developed lesson plans and coordinated with faculty to support student learning and progress. Communicated with parents and staff to implement individualized support for struggling students.
Program Manager / Title V Grant Manager, Avanzar Project at Rio Salado CollegeProgram Manager / Title V Grant Manager, Avanzar Project at Rio Salado College
Federal Program Officer at U.S. Department of Commerce – National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA)Federal Program Officer at U.S. Department of Commerce – National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA)