Jessica Connerton
Saint Augustine,FL
Summary
Senior Financial Analyst leveraging exceptional communication skills to build quality relationships with clients, buyers and upper management. Dedicated Finance Professional with 14 years of experience in accounting and financial management. Demonstrated talents in strategic planning, forecasting, and analytics and creating impactful strategies to achieve business objectives and increase revenue. Excellent leadership skills with business optimization expertise.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Financial Analyst
Florida Army National Guard
05.2018 - Current
- Performed month-end account analysis, annual planning process integrating analysis of resource forecasts and budgets, headcount and salary reports and related journal entries.
- Prepared comprehensive financial reporting for executive review, aiding in effective decision-making processes regarding growth opportunities and resource allocation.
- Initiate assignments, lead integration and analysis for all functions, Increased financial efficiency by streamlining budget processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Established budgetary benchmarks and formulated financial management strategies by researching operating and historical financial records.
- Led financial planning and analysis by managing key metrics, process review, analyzing data and providing support and insight for strategic planning.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Logistics Officer
Texas Army National Guard
05.2013 - 01.2021
- Provided procurement of goods, provision of transportation services, tracking of movement and change to support safe and secure operations.
- Supervised logistics functions and operations.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams in executing complex logistics projects, resulting in successful completion within deadlines and budgets.
- Managed transportation budgets, ensuring cost-effective solutions while maintaining high-quality service levels.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Spearheaded cost-saving initiatives by identifying areas of inefficiency within the logistics operations process.
- Contributed to company growth by exploring new markets and expanding existing customer base through targeted marketing campaigns.
Human Resource Manager
Texas Army National Guard
06.2009 - 05.2013
- Managed employee relations issues professionally, resolving conflicts efficiently while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Maintained accurate HR records in compliance with applicable laws, ensuring efficient data retrieval when required.
- Conducted thorough internal investigations, addressing employee concerns with fairness and transparency.
- Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations, minimizing financial discrepancies through detailed program management.
- Maintained human resources regulatory compliance with local, state and federal laws.
Education
Master of Science - Human Resource Management
Texas A&M University Central Texas
Killeen, Texas12.2018
MBA - Business Administration
Texas A&M University Central Texas
Killeen, Texas12.2014
Bachelor of Science - Applied Science
Texas A&M University Central Texas/ Tarleton State University
Killeen, Texas08.2012
Skills
- Power BI
- ADP software
- General Fund Enterprise Business System (GFEBS)
- Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
- Budget Compliance
- Accounting Principles
- Budgeting and financial management
- Cash Flow Management
- Bank Reconciliation
- Variance Analysis
- Financial reporting and analysis
- Forecasting
- Data Interpretation
- Microsoft Office
- Internal Controls
- Strategic Planning
- Leadership
- Decision-Making
- Risk Management
- Communication
- Problem-Solving
- Data Visualization
- Team Management
- Highly detail-oriented
- Willing to Learn
- Contract Development and Management
Accomplishments
- Decreased company costs by 65% through accurate financial modeling, budgeting and process improvements.
- Received the Department of Defense Financial Management Certification.
Certification
- Equal Opportunity Advisor, Department of Defense, 2022
- DoD Financial Management Certification, DoD, 2021
Work Availability
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Timeline
Senior Financial Analyst
Florida Army National Guard
05.2018 - Current
Logistics Officer
Texas Army National Guard
05.2013 - 01.2021
Human Resource Manager
Texas Army National Guard
06.2009 - 05.2013
Master of Science - Human Resource Management
Texas A&M University Central Texas
MBA - Business Administration
Texas A&M University Central Texas
Bachelor of Science - Applied Science
Texas A&M University Central Texas/ Tarleton State University