Chandra Carman

• Plan and conduct financial management studies that involve analysis of complex, interrelated administrative processes in budgetary, financial procurement, and property management functions.
• Develop innovative recommendations for eliminating problems or improving the operation under study and writes reports that document findings and recommendations.
• Review and evaluate financial systems for effectiveness of internal controls and integrity of the organization's financial information. Monitor compliance with budget operational policies; recommends changes as required.
• Analyze processing flows, integration of external system interfaces and internal subsystem modules, and recommend improvements in control techniques.
• Review and analyze financial reports generated by the financial system and determines compatibility of each with plans, prior month status, other relevant reports, and the general ledger. Identify problems and discrepancies, determine if adjustments or corrections are required, and takes necessary action to correct and produce reports.

• Ensured that the Team processed all vendor invoices promptly in accordance with company policy.
• Troubleshot and resolved escalated issues pertaining to vendor disputes, payment discrepancies or delays in a timely manner, maintaining positive relationships with suppliers.
• Maintained accurate records of all financial transactions within the accounts payable department.
• Improved invoice processing efficiency by suggesting to implement an electronic approval system.
• Oversaw monthly accounting close process for timely and accurate reporting of financial information.

• Implemented innovative incentive schemes that motivated team members to achieve ambitious sales targets while delivering excellent customer service.
• Fostered a positive work environment, leading to higher employee retention rates and overall job satisfaction among team members.
• Complied with privacy policies and procedures to maintain customer confidentiality and information protection.
• Fostered collaboration between team members by organizing regular team-building activities and events to promote camaraderie and cohesion.

• Ensured the Team processed all vendor invoices promptly in accordance with company policy.
• Troubleshot and resolved escalated issues pertaining to vendor disputes, payment discrepancies or delays in a timely manner, maintaining positive relationships with suppliers.
• Maintained accurate records of all financial transactions within the accounts payable department.
• Developed strong relationships with vendors, resulting in improved communication and negotiation on payment terms.
• Oversaw monthly accounting close process for timely and accurate reporting of financial information.

• Enhanced financial decision-making by providing timely and accurate analysis of financial data to executive leadership.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop strategic plans aligned with overall objectives.
• Ensured compliance with regulatory standards by conducting regular audits and implementing necessary corrective actions.
• Operate and record, store, and analyze information in the Financial Management System (FMS)
• Classify, record, and summarize numerical and financial data to compile and keep financial records, using journals and
  ledgers within the System of Accounting & Reporting system (SOAR)

• Enhanced financial accuracy by diligently reconciling accounts, identifying discrepancies, and resolving issues promptly.
• Reduced errors in financial reporting through meticulous attention to detail and thorough review of financial statements.

• Comply with the District of Columbia Government and Office of Chief Financial Officers/Office of Finance and Resource Management’ policies, procedures, and regulations to determine their impact on the Office of the Attorney General
• Processed credit card payments for several agencies along with keeping a detailed written audit trail
• Maintained complete records of paid invoices for current and prior years
• Reported weekly processing work to manager in the format designated by the agency’s accounting manager.
• Examined accounts to verify the accuracy and adequacy of supporting data and prepare worksheets or
reports reflecting the examinations made