JOSEPH K. LAUBEN
Summary
Experienced Banking Manager with 6 years of active military service in the United States Military, holding an active secret clearance. Proven expertise in financial analysis, complex software systems, audit readiness, and compliance enforcement. Adept at managing personnel and resources in fast-paced and geographically dispersed environments. Seeking a performance-driven opportunity to leverage financial and analytical skills in making goal-oriented decisions for the organization.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Disbursing Bank Manager
US Army, 45th Finance Center
10.2023 - 01.2025
- Oversaw financial operations involving $40M+ in funds, ensuring accurate accounting and resolving discrepancies to maintain operational integrity
- Streamlined disbursement processes through process enhancements, increasing operational efficiency and reducing errors
- Acted as the primary liaison with U.S Government entities and Community Bank, optimizing the efficiency and accuracy of disbursement transactions
- Compiled statistical data after each month-end closing.
- Achieved 100% audit results through diligent record-keeping and strict adherence to internal controls.
Financial Operations Manager
US Army, 266th Finance Support Center (FISC)
10.2021 - 10.2023
- Managed 44 personnel, resources, training, and equipment in two geographic locations in Benelux (Belgium) Finance Center and Germany Finance Center
- Maintained accountability for government property valued at $440 Thousand, ensuring compliance of regulation and procedures for maintenance of equipment
- Utilized and developed reports to assess platoon performance and make competent decisions with higher echelon
- Operationally supported the 21st Theatre Sustainment Command in successfully completing efforts to support the Ukraine crisis from 01/2022 to 08/2023
- Identified cost-saving opportunities and improved budget resource allocation to result in thousands of dollars saved over 12/2021 to 09/2023 for the 266th FISC
- Conducted training programs to enhance the financial intelligence of team members, enabling service members to demonstrate and retain relevant knowledge over financial operations and regulation
- Collaborated with cross-functional organizations to gather operational information, align 266th FISC training and actions with the 21st Sustainment Battalion, and promote an interdepartmental communication between organizations
Financial Management Technician
US Army, 101st Financial Management Support Unit (FMSU)
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Provided support to Division Soldier Readiness Support center
- Assisted in counseling soldiers on financial regulation and guidance
- Discussing pay entitlements and managing financial responsibilities during deployments and exercises
- Provided disbursement support in various services, such as setting up direct deposit or issuing Eagle Cash Cards for the Service Member
- Conducted weekly readiness briefings to a surplus of 50 to 100 Service Members prior to their departure for deployment
- Informing the Soldiers of their exact entitlements and pay
- Maintained accurate records of all financial transactions, counseling sessions, and disbursement activities
Forward Disbursing Clerk
US Army, 101st Financial Management Support Unit (FMSU)
09.2019 - 08.2020
- Successfully completed a 10-month deployment in having 0 discrepancies while conducting cashier operations across the Iraq Theatre
- Maintained 100% accountability for over 6 million dollars in cash and financial instruments, passing all audits and inspections with zero discrepancies
- Processed an average of 100 financial transactions per day
- Conducted austere financial operations to support local areas in Iraq
- Achieved a 100% accuracy rate in vendor payments, resulting in well-developed relationships with the local vendors
- Provided excellent customer service to all service members and contractors, and resolve any payment discrepancies with prompt, and accurate financial services
Paralegal / Customer Service Representative
Lexington Law Firm
01.2017 - 03.2018
- Specialized in consulting clients with credit repair queries and resolutions
- Spoke with over 20 clients a day telephonically, to assist and inform them all matters related with credit
- Provided excellent client customer service to all clients resulting in maintaining a 96% customer satisfaction rate
- Utilized legal software and technology tools for document management, research, and case tracking
- Adhered to ethical guidelines and maintained client confidentiality in all customer interactions
- Provided administrative support, such as scheduling appointments, managing meetings, and supporting group discussions with a team of 10
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Economics
Arizona State University
02.2025
Illicit Funding Course -
US Department of the Treasury
Washington, DC01.2023
Economics for Defense -
US Army Special Operations Command DCSMP
Fort Liberty, NC01.2023
Advanced Comptrollers Course -
Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY01.2022
Chainalysis Reactor Certification - block-chain analytical tool
Chainalysis Incorporated
01.2022
Skills
- Operational efficiency
- Branch administration
- Cash management
- Credit analysis
- Report preparation
- Monthly reporting
- Microsoft Excel proficiency
- Data interpretation
- Statistical analysis
- Compiling data
- Analyzing performance
- Cost evaluation
Timeline
Disbursing Bank Manager
US Army, 45th Finance Center
10.2023 - 01.2025
Financial Operations Manager
US Army, 266th Finance Support Center (FISC)
10.2021 - 10.2023
Financial Management Technician
US Army, 101st Financial Management Support Unit (FMSU)
08.2020 - 08.2021
Forward Disbursing Clerk
US Army, 101st Financial Management Support Unit (FMSU)
09.2019 - 08.2020
Paralegal / Customer Service Representative
Lexington Law Firm
01.2017 - 03.2018
Illicit Funding Course -
US Department of the Treasury
Economics for Defense -
US Army Special Operations Command DCSMP
Advanced Comptrollers Course -
Syracuse University
Chainalysis Reactor Certification - block-chain analytical tool
Chainalysis Incorporated
Bachelor of Business Administration - Economics
Arizona State University
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