Accomplished government executive with experience in a Chief Operations Officer capacity. Looking to provide value to an organization that can utilize my experience as a business professional that will provide challenges, opportunity for growth and a culture that is welcoming and family oriented.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Services Director
State of Alaska, Department of Revenue
10.2021 - Current
Of Revenue centralized procurement, accounting, human resources, information technology and budget activities excluding corporations
Department liaison for Department of Administration
I serve as the primary contact for Office of Information Technology (OIT) Shared Services of Alaska (SSOA) and Division of Finance (DOF)
Work closely with Division Directors on Department of Revenue projects, budgets development procurement, contract negotiations, leasing, and human resources
Saved over 25% of contracting costs for new Genesis call center solution through negotiation for Permanent Fund Dividend Division and Child Support Services Division
Department lead for Permanent Fund Division security initiatives
Subject matter expert for Genesis accounting system and proprietary financial reporting program
Worked with staff to develop centralized policy and procedure manual to reduce audit risk and minimize impact of employee turnover
Implemented initiatives to address employee retention and recruitment.
Department Operations Manager, Deputy Director
State of Alaska
07.2020 - 10.2021
Worked closely with Administrative Services Director on all Department deliverables
Oversee Department Section heads for accounting, procurement, budget, human resources and information technology
Department subject matter expert for IRIS FIN and Enterprise Data Reporting (ALDER)
Managed projected to repurpose IT ticketing system to support KPI development in the Department in support of metric-based performance review
Worked with staff to develop centralized policy and procedure manual to reduce audit risk and minimize impact of employee turnover
Worked directly with problematic divisions to review business processes, identify issues, and provide solutions to make processes more efficient
Managed year-end accounting closeout processes
Closing transactions, shortfall analysis, revenue, and expenditure projections
Developed process and reporting to track DOLWD funding sources, which includes fourteen individual funds
Chief Financial Officer, Accountant V
State of Alaska, Social Services
11.2017 - 06.2020
Managed large fiscal team consisting of six professional accounting staff and twelve technical accounting staff
Lead for all federal grant reporting using multiple systems, such as the Federal Payment Management System
Developed policies and procedures to limit Department audit risks and financial errors
Lead for all Legislative Audit Financial matters
Developed training plan for administrative and accounting staff for all of DHSS
Streamlined reporting process allowing Finance unit to take cost reductions and complete required work with less staff resulting in labor cost savings in multiple units within the finance department
Department subject matter expert for IRIS FIN and Enterprise Data Reporting (ALDER)
Developed and implemented a large management system to track financial transactions, employee accuracy and efficiency
Was able to implement and track metrics to assess employee performance and create development plans.
Division of Finance Agency Accountant III
State of Alaska
05.2016 - 10.2017
Consulting accountant for State of Alaska Department of Administration and Department of law
Responsible for statewide transition of fixed assets in IRIS accounting system from legacy accounting system in coordination with IRIS team
Prepared financial statement for multiple state funds for the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR)
Reviewed legislation annually to ensure assigned Departments had all necessary appropriations for upcoming fiscal year
Division of Finance, Agency Accountant IV
Assigned more complicated fund assignments for annual ACFR completion
Assigned to Statewide accounting system helpdesk, assisting staff across the State with accounting system issues/questions
Built centralized structures for IRIS system, including appropriation structure and central cost accounting elements to better track statewide transactions and streamline reporting.
Insurance Examiner
State of Alaska
12.2014 - 06.2015
Point person for continuing education for licensed insurance producers for the State of Alaska
Examine and approve all coursework for continuing education in the State of Alaska and verify materials and topics covered are appropriate
Assist companies and licensed producers to understand rules and regulations in relation to the insurance industry
Examine all required submissions for courses and credit for compliance in a timely and efficient manner while adhering to State laws and regulations.
Regional Relationship Manager
Fidelity Investments
02.2014 - 06.2014
Responsible for supporting branches through the Mid-West Region working directly with clients and Account Executives to develop financial plans and strategies
Create sales strategies to drive business
Ranked in top quartile for metric activities in the country.
Education
Bachelor of Science (BS) - Finance
Metropolitan State University of Denver
12.2008
Skills
Process & Procedure Implementation
Multi-Team Management & Oversight
Financial Analysis
Operational Efficiency & Success
Timeline
Administrative Services Director
State of Alaska, Department of Revenue
10.2021 - Current
Department Operations Manager, Deputy Director
State of Alaska
07.2020 - 10.2021
Chief Financial Officer, Accountant V
State of Alaska, Social Services
11.2017 - 06.2020
Division of Finance Agency Accountant III
State of Alaska
05.2016 - 10.2017
Insurance Examiner
State of Alaska
12.2014 - 06.2015
Regional Relationship Manager
Fidelity Investments
02.2014 - 06.2014
Bachelor of Science (BS) - Finance
Metropolitan State University of Denver
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