Jennifer Sherbert
San Antonio
Summary
Highly accomplished and results-oriented financial management professional with 17+ years of progressive experience in the US Air Force and Army. Proven ability to analyze complex financial data, implement process improvements, and manage diverse projects within fast-paced environments. Expertise spans accounting, budgeting, auditing, financial analysis, risk management, contract administration, and debt management. Adept at developing and delivering training, leading teams, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) and maintains active professional memberships in leading industry organizations. Secret security clearance.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Budget Analyst
Air Force Installation & Mission Support Center (AFIMSC)
Joint Base San Antonio
08.2024 - Current
- Manages AFIMSC's Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) customer reimbursement program accounts, analyzing the general ledger and fund status to identify discrepancies and ensure accurate reporting.
- Supported the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center (AFIMSC) FY24 closeout, contributing to a 99.9% obligation rate and the successful execution of $9.4 billion in Operations and Maintenance (O&M) funding, ensuring efficient resource allocation for mission-critical requirements.
- Spearheaded a successful FY24 end-of-year closeout, processing $6.8M across 66 callouts for 11 bases, providing crucial support to team members. Cultivated strong cross-functional relationships, resulting in enhanced customer satisfaction, and streamlined communication.
- Identified and recovered $11.5M for the Air Force by meticulously researching and preparing billing events for 41 Military Interdepartmental Purchase Requests (MIPRs), Purchase Requests (PRs), Contracts, and Invoices.
Financial Management Specialist
Air Force Installation & Mission Support Center (AFIMSC)
Joint Base San Antonio
12.2021 - 08.2024
- Provided critical financial analysis and decision support for the AFIMSC Innovation Rodeo for fiscal years 22-24, contributing to the successful funding of innovative projects totaling $50.6 million over five years.
- Conducted and computed cost and economic analyses for Military Construction (MILCON), Unspecified Minor Military Construction (UMMC), and Facility Sustainment, Restoration, and Modernization (FSRM) projects.
- Developed a robotic process automation (BOT) solution to streamline task retrieval within the task management system, significantly improving efficiency by 98%.
- Recognized for contributions to continuous improvement and innovation, receiving multiple Financial Management Cost Division Team Awards.
Financial Management Specialist
Air Force Installation & Mission Support Center (AFIMSC)
Joint Base San Antonio
07.2018 - 12.2021
- Served as Project Manager for the Defense Travel System (DTS) Improper Payments program, recovering $1.1 million in overpayments, and implementing process improvements to reduce future discrepancies.
- Led quality assurance teams for internal and external virtual assessments, ensuring compliance with regulations and best practices.
- Provided expert guidance and policy interpretation on travel regulations to 80 Air Force installations, supporting approximately 1,500 travelers.
- Led public affairs for the 2020 FSO Worldwide Conference, ensuring successful execution and engagement with 300 attendees.
- Contributed to crisis action team efforts during Hurricanes Florence and Michael, ensuring 100% personnel accountability.
Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) Financial Analyst
23d Comptroller Squadron
Moody Air Force Base
06.2016 - 07.2018
- Conducted internal audits and control reviews for the Force Support Squadron (FSS), Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR), and lodging activities, managing $15M in assets.
- Identified and addressed 31 findings and 32 observations during 15 site visits, recommending corrective actions to improve compliance, and mitigate risk.
- Implemented policy changes for cash handling procedures within MWR activities, enhancing accountability and internal controls.
- Served as Wing Air Force Assistance Fund Campaign Auditor, validating $41K in contributions.
Financial Counselor
Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare & Recreation
Pulaski Barracks
01.2014 - 06.2016
- Provided individual and group financial counseling and training on various financial topics, including overseas entitlements.
- Led the garrison’s participation in the Military Saves Week campaign, reaching over 1,370 attendees through training sessions and outreach events.
- Identified and resolved a conflict in the Soldier Promotion Point system, leading to Army-wide corrective actions.
- Optimized the frequency of financial courses, increasing the Financial Readiness Program's manpower by 67%.
- Analyzed and improved In-Processing Training Center (ITC) recording processes, increasing reporting accuracy from 50% to 98%.
Accounting Technician
Installation Management Command HQ Europe
Sembach
10.2012 - 01.2014
- Played a key role in implementing a centralized accounting center for the European Garrison Chapel Tithe and Offering Fund accounts, managing $1M in funds.
- Key contributor to the development of a SharePoint-based document routing solution, resulting in 1,000 man-hours saved through process automation, and a 75% increase in customer response time.
- Managed a $1 million portfolio encompassing accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and bank reconciliations, as the primary accountant for three geographic regions.
- Conducted audits of deposits, contractor statements, and purchase requests, and prepared accurate monthly financial statements and reconciliations.
General Ledger Accountant (Chief Financial Officer)
Defense Media Activity, European Stars & Stripes
Kleber
09.2010 - 10.2012
- Provided accounting and financial management oversight for $8M in assets, supervising and training accounting staff.
- Detected and reported $40K in fraud, waste, and abuse, resulting in policy changes for cell phone usage.
- Streamlined financial data collection procedures, improving work efficiency by 75%.
- Prepared accurate monthly financial statements and reconciliations, including comprehensive general ledger entries.
- Maintained the integrity of subsidiary ledgers for balance sheet accounts, such as fixed assets and supply inventories.
- Created annual budgets and performed variance analysis to identify and address deviations from projected expenditures.
Accounting Technician
Defense Media Activity, European Stars & Stripes
Kleber
12.2008 - 09.2010
- Managed accounts receivable, conducted reconciliations, and generated invoices.
- Identified and reported accounting software glitches, leading to system improvements for accurate financial reporting.
- Managed $1M in Military Interdepartmental Purchase Request accounts.
Accounting Technician
HQ 266th Financial Management Center
Kleber
09.2007 - 12.2008
- Processed travel vouchers and claims, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Identified and recommended process improvements that reduced overtime costs and enhanced customer service.
- Audited travel expense reports, verified accounting accuracy, and resolved discrepancies, including double payments and unsettled advances; managed debt collection by notifying customers and tracking outstanding balances.
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
University of Phoenix
Ramstein, Germany06-2013
Bachelor of Science - Business Management (Finance)
University of Maryland University College
Heidelberg, Germany12-2003
Associate of Arts -
University of Maryland University College
Heidelberg, Germany05-2002
Skills
- Financial analysis and cost management
- Budget oversight and monitoring
- Data analysis and interpretation
- Microsoft Excel proficiency
- Process improvement strategies
- Regulatory compliance expertise
- Customer service excellence
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication skills
- Analytical thinking and problem solving
- Risk assessment and variance investigation
- Project management and leadership
- Critical thinking skills
- Cost analysis techniques
- Accounting principles knowledge
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Time management strategies
- Internal controls compliance and auditing
- Financial reporting and forecasting
Certification
DoD FM Certification Level II
Awards
- Exemplary Civilian Service Medal
- ICEAA Team of the Year
- General Spencer Special Act Award
- Commanders Award for Civilian Service
Professional Development
- Defense Civilian Emerging Leader Program
- Defense Resources Management
- Risk Management
- Data Analysis for Financial Management
Timeline
Budget Analyst
Air Force Installation & Mission Support Center (AFIMSC)
08.2024 - Current
Financial Management Specialist
Air Force Installation & Mission Support Center (AFIMSC)
12.2021 - 08.2024
Financial Management Specialist
Air Force Installation & Mission Support Center (AFIMSC)
07.2018 - 12.2021
Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) Financial Analyst
23d Comptroller Squadron
06.2016 - 07.2018
Financial Counselor
Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare & Recreation
01.2014 - 06.2016
Accounting Technician
Installation Management Command HQ Europe
10.2012 - 01.2014
General Ledger Accountant (Chief Financial Officer)
Defense Media Activity, European Stars & Stripes
09.2010 - 10.2012
Accounting Technician
Defense Media Activity, European Stars & Stripes
12.2008 - 09.2010
Accounting Technician
HQ 266th Financial Management Center
09.2007 - 12.2008
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Business Management (Finance)
University of Maryland University College
Associate of Arts -
University of Maryland University College
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