Danielle Gilgeours
Little Rock,AR
Summary
Dedicated and organized financial professional with outstanding relationship-building and problem-solving skills. Driven to exceed expectations and operate effectively in fast-paced, high-pressure environments. Self-motivated team player adept at cultivating partnerships and building lasting relationships across all demographics and management levels. Dynamic and reliable with exceptional customer service and communication skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Advisor
United State Air Force
Jacksonville, AR
11.2019 - Current
- Monitored and tracked expenditures totaling $.5 billion, ensuring strict adherence to allocated budgets. Created financial controls that reduced discrepancies by 94% and enhanced fiscal accountability.
- Directed development, planning, and management of $4 million budget to optimize financial resources for mission-critical operations.
- Implemented strategic budget allocation processes across four teams which doubled the group's efficiency eliminating deficiencies.
- Led negotiations, managed vendor relationships, and achieved cost reductions through contract renegotiations while ensuring high-quality service and delivery.
Financial Analyst
United States Air Force
Wichita Falls, TX
03.2018 - 11.2019
- Ensured improvement in financial accuracy through cross-departmental collaboration for accurate budgeting and forecasting processes, while strictly enforcing accounting policies and procedures.
- Assisted senior management in preparing detailed financial reports for board meetings. Conducted financial analyses to identify trends, variances, and cost reduction opportunities. Provided justifications that secured $2 million additional funding.
- Guided a team of 15 resource advisors, offering guidance and training to ensure proficient budget management and financial analysis within the unit.
Finance Technician
United States Air Force
Fussa, Japan
03.2016 - 03.2018
- Managed cash disbursements and collections, ensuring secure handling and accurate recording of transactions. Conducted regular audits to maintain cash and integrity, resulting in 100% accountability for over $7.2 million in cash.
- Accurately processed and managed payroll for over twelve thousand personnel, ensuring timely and correct payment of salaries, allowances, and bonuses.
- Processed travel and expense reimbursements, verifying documentation and ensuring compliance with regulations. Streamlined reimbursement procedures, reducing processing time by more than half and improving service member satisfaction.
- Provided exceptional customer service to military personnel, addressing and resolving payroll and reimbursement inquiries. Developed a tracking system for accurate and timely payments.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - BSBA Corporate Financial Management
Park University
Kansas City, MO05-2025
Associate of Applied Science - Financial Management
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL12-2023
Skills
- Financial Management
- Project Management
- Financial Proficiency
- Strategic Planning
- Compliance and Audit
- Leadership
- Financial Advising
- Cash Flow Management
- International Culture and Ethics
- Leadership and Conflict Resolution
Accomplishments
- Park University Honors
- 2021 Diversity and Inclusion Air Force level Award
- 2022 Decoration from Hawaii humanitarian water crisis
Affiliations
Military Resiliency Instructor Volunteer | 2022-Current
- Facilitated resiliency classes to over 200 airmen. Taught reframing life skills and provided meditation/yoga tactics to students.
Diversity and Inclusion Committees Volunteer | 2017-2023
- Provided financial guidance and project management skills to 2021's Diversity Day event educating locals on DE&I.
- Held chair to five committees. Treasurer to three committees managing cash flow of $15 thousand dollars. Vice president managing various projects to spread knowledge of two ethnic groups.
Family United Services, Group Home for ACT/CORE Clients Volunteer | 2013-2015
- Organized recordkeeping files for 127 clients ensuring records are in compliance, accurate, and protected.
- Offered emotional support and companionship to clients, contributing to their overall mental health and quality of life.
Timeline
Financial Advisor
United State Air Force
11.2019 - Current
Financial Analyst
United States Air Force
03.2018 - 11.2019
Finance Technician
United States Air Force
03.2016 - 03.2018
Bachelor of Arts - BSBA Corporate Financial Management
Park University
Associate of Applied Science - Financial Management
Community College of The Air Force