Cheryl McElwee
Pickerington,Ohio
Summary
Functional Analyst specializing in process improvement and financial management, driving operational efficiency for government clients. Focuses on implementing targeted solutions to enhance data accuracy and streamline processes. Adept at mentoring teams and collaborating across functions to achieve comprehensive client solutions.
Overview
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1
Certification
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Functional Analyst
Maximo Depot, LLC
Arlington, Virginia
04.2026 - Current
- Prepared reports outlining project status, risks and recommendations for corrective action.
- Presented findings from data analysis in a clear and concise manner.
- Provided guidance to users on how to utilize system features most effectively.
- Acted as intermediary between development team, UI designers and user community to refine processes.
- Analyzed user needs to determine functional requirements and drive innovative product development.
Consultant
cBEYONData LLC + SMX
02.2022 - 04.2026
- Supported clients in identifying and implementing solutions that enabled long-term success.
- Identified areas of improvement for clients’ data, implementing targeted solutions that enhanced data integrity.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver comprehensive client solutions.
- Provide technical leadership for the Dormant Account Review – Quarterly Team. This includes developing, enhancing, and managing quarterly system reviews, QLIK Dashboard, code reviews, engaging with external resources, monitoring communications and mentoring new resources.
- Streamlined internal processes to enhance team efficiency and improve project outcomes.
- Facilitated training sessions for new resources to clarify project requirements and improve onboarding experience.
Accountant
Defense Information Systems Agency
01.2010 - 01.2022
- Streamlined accounting processes and implemented new financial software to enhance operational efficiency.
- Enhanced financial reporting accuracy through meticulous data analysis and reconciliation.
- Collaborated with external auditors during annual audit process, providing documentation and addressing concerns or findings promptly.
- Supported senior leadership, directors, and division chiefs with DISA initiatives, including fund balance with treasury (FBwT), audit population production, USSGL reconciliations, and process automation using UiPath.
- Supported department objectives by participating in cross-functional projects with other departments.
- Facilitated system upgrades and conversions to maintain daily operations.
Financial Management Specialist
Defense Information Systems Agency
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Supported DISA Chief Financial Executive mission by providing auditable financial statements, automating manual processes, resolving unmatched disbursements, reconciling negative unliquidated obligated balances, and completing special projects for senior management.
- Implementing internal controls and complying with FMR regulations for financial management.
- Created comprehensive reports for senior management that presented key insights into agency performance.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement organization-wide financial strategies aligned with agency goals.
- Drove process improvements within the agency to enhance operational efficiency.
Financial Management Specialist
Defense Finance and Accounting Services
01.2003 - 01.2008
- Improving financial management processes by implementing new software and automation tools.
- Enhancing the accuracy of financial reporting through regular data analysis and reconciliation efforts.
- Conducted regular audits to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and promptly resolved identified issues.
- Led management and technical initiatives for Columbus Cash Accountability System (CCAS), developing and enhancing MS Access databases, training users, and onboarding new customers.
- Cultivated strong customer relationships to enhance satisfaction and address needs effectively.
Accounting Technician
Defense Finance and Accounting Services
01.1991 - 01.2003
- Reduced errors in financial reporting through detailed review and analysis of financial reports.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to provide accurate financial analysis supporting organizational goals.
- Provided technical support for the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) workload transfer. This included developing an offline tracking system, reconciling vendor accounts, balancing and prepping daily transactions for posting to the accounting system and working with disbursing to resolve discrepancies, and researched and resolved suspense account transactions for both Stock Fund and DeCA Accounting.
- Assisted in centralizing DeCA accounting office and building master files for onboarding to new location in Ohio.
- Recorded deposit and debit vouchers for Treasury reporting using an offline tracking system.
Education
Associates of Arts -
Park University
Defense Supply Center, Columbus08-2018
Skills
- Data analysis
- Data visualization
- SQL
- Process optimization
- Data trend analysis
- Process optimization
- Team mentorship
- Ongoing enhancement
- Client support
- Collaborative teamwork
- Data visualization
Certification
Certified Scrum Master, 11/17/25
Clearance
Top Secret
Timeline
Functional Analyst
Maximo Depot, LLC
04.2026 - Current
Consultant
cBEYONData LLC + SMX
02.2022 - 04.2026
Accountant
Defense Information Systems Agency
01.2010 - 01.2022
Financial Management Specialist
Defense Information Systems Agency
01.2008 - 01.2010
Financial Management Specialist
Defense Finance and Accounting Services
01.2003 - 01.2008
Accounting Technician
Defense Finance and Accounting Services
01.1991 - 01.2003
Associates of Arts -
Park University