Deshyra Maxwell
Sandy Springs,GA
Summary
As a high-performing Accountant with a Master of Accountancy (MAcc) degree and an eclectic and successful 20+ year military industry career, including my most recent role as a Resource Management Specialist, I am actively seeking a challenging financial role within a dynamic and expanding organization or government institution. My strength lies in my ability to meticulously analyze system requirements and workflow procedures, leveraging this expertise to identify discrepancies and uncover opportunities for improvement. I possess a keen eye for detail and a strategic mindset, allowing me to streamline processes and enhance operational efficiency. I bring a unique combination of academic qualifications, extensive military industry experience, and a proven ability to optimize financial processes. I am eager to bring my skills, expertise, and dedication to a new opportunity where I can significantly impact the organization's financial performance and contribute to its continued success and growth. Diligent and resourceful Flight Chief with experience leading a team of over 15 personnel.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
DOD Skillbridge Intern
DHS Science and Technology Directorate
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Produces, analyzes, and reviews financial data to identify and resolve anomalies
- Reconciles financial data and accounts and reviews and produces financial reports, management reports, and ad-hoc reports in compliance with federal, DHS, and S&T policies and guidance
- Provides information and responses regarding financial operations to internal financial stakeholders (e.g., certifying officers, program managers, and contracting officer representatives) and external customers (e.g., commercial vendors and other federal organizations)
- Processes, reviews, and approves day-to-day financial management activities including payments (commercial invoices and Intra-Governmental Payment and Collections (IPAC)), commitments, and obligations
- Ensures that financial transactions are processed timely, accurately, and in compliance with the applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures
- Develops and maintains professional working relationships with the financial services provider to ensure S&T's financial execution needs are met
- Provides advice to financial services provider managers and/or analysts concerning financial management
- Ensures that quality assurance and internal controls are applied to financial operations
- Responds to audit inquiries and internal control reviews
- Reviews standard operating procedures and modifies them for reflect current practices and to improve efficiency.
Flight Chief, Information Systems/Resource Management
United States Air Force
Lompoc, CA
08.2022 - 02.2024
- I managed financial analysis, monitored expenditures, prepared reports, assisted in resource allocation, participated in long-term financial planning, and supported compliance and audit processes as a staff accountant.
- - Managed accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
- Reconciled financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information
- Prepared and reviewed financial statements and reports for accuracy and completeness
- Assisted in the preparation of annual budget and financial forecasts
- Conducted internal audits to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
- Collaborated with internal and external auditors during financial audits
- Utilized accounting software to process and record financial transactions
- Provided support for payroll processing and tax filing requirements
- Assisted in the implementation of new accounting systems and procedures
- Responded to financial inquiries from management and other departments
Resource Management
United States Air Force
09.2019 - 09.2022
- Responsible for hiring, evaluation, discipline, and firing
- Supported budget and contract negotiation with investigational sites, as applicable, at their assigned sites; ensures payment for services.
Education
MAcc, Accounting -
University of South Alabama Mitchell College of Business
05.2022
Bachelor of Applied Science - BS, Accounting, Accounting -
University of Alabama at Birmingham
05.2019
Skills
- SAP ERP
- Planning Budgeting & Forecasting
- Financial Planning
- US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Internal Audits
- Account Management
- Account Reconciliation
- Face-to-Face Presentations
- Supervisory Skills
- Bookkeeping
- Meeting Coordination
- Project Management
- Spreadsheet tracking
- Administrative tasks
- Telephone Etiquette
Websites
Certification
- DFMC2- - United States Department of Defense, 20081243
- Critical Skills Certificate in Excel for Accounting and Finance - Surgent Professional Education, 04/01/18, 06/01/18
- DFMC1 - United States Department of Defense, 10067245
- CompTIA Security+ - CompTIA, 02/01/23, 02/01/26
- CompTIA Security+ ce Certification - CompTIA, 02/01/23, 02/01/26
Timeline
DOD Skillbridge Intern
DHS Science and Technology Directorate
03.2024 - 06.2024
Flight Chief, Information Systems/Resource Management
United States Air Force
08.2022 - 02.2024
Resource Management
United States Air Force
09.2019 - 09.2022
MAcc, Accounting -
University of South Alabama Mitchell College of Business
Bachelor of Applied Science - BS, Accounting, Accounting -
University of Alabama at Birmingham
- DFMC2- - United States Department of Defense, 20081243
- Critical Skills Certificate in Excel for Accounting and Finance - Surgent Professional Education, 04/01/18, 06/01/18
- DFMC1 - United States Department of Defense, 10067245
- CompTIA Security+ - CompTIA, 02/01/23, 02/01/26
- CompTIA Security+ ce Certification - CompTIA, 02/01/23, 02/01/26