Joseph "Rod" Dillon
Bogalusa,LA
Summary
State professional with comprehensive experience and readiness for role. Known for strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Adaptable and reliable, supporting colleagues effectively and responding to changing needs. Skilled in communication, problem-solving, and citizen relations. Recognized for integrity, determination, and results-driven approach. Long term goal is a permanent position with Mississippi State University Extension Service located in Poplarville, MS.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant
Pearl River Community College
05.2023 - Current
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Assisted in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
- Reduced expenses by negotiating with vendors for better pricing and terms on services and supplies.
Assistant to the Dean for Finance & Administration
The University of Southern Mississippi
10.2018 - 05.2023
- Manage the planning and execution of the Libraries' finances
- Manage budget planning and development, and revenue and expenditure controls for all funds within the Libraries; ensures that appropriate financial regulations and controls are in place and in use at all times throughout the entire Library system
- Participated in the development of financial goals for University Libraries
- Serve as a resource for interpreting and explaining regulations and budget policies and provides consultation as needed; member of the University Libraries Leadership committee
- Serve as signature authority on all University Libraries accounts; prepares financial and budget analysis reports for the Dean of Libraries every month as needed
Senior Financial Analyst
The University of Southern Mississippi
03.2014 - 09.2018
- Provided valuable insights by leading monthly variance analysis reviews between actual results and budget/forecast expectations.
- Enabled informed decision-making by presenting key findings from complex data sets in clear, concise formats for senior leadership team members.
- Trained new analysts on corporate policies and procedures and implemented mentoring program, reducing onboarding time.
- Reviewed statistical information to determine financial trends for use in investment planning.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements and increase operational efficiency.
- Improved budget forecasting through meticulous monitoring of expenses and revenue streams.
- Played a pivotal role in annual budget planning, collaborating with department heads to allocate resources strategically.
Grants Accountant
The University of Southern Mississippi
06.2011 - 03.2014
- Maintained strong relationships with funders through prompt responses to inquiries, sharing relevant project updates, and submitting required reports on time consistently.
- Conducted regular reviews of grants portfolio performance using key metrics, identifying trends and areas requiring attention for continuous improvement.
- Supported long-term planning efforts with comprehensive analyses of past grant performance data, highlighting areas for improvement or increased investment.
Compliance Auditor
Mississippi Regional Housing Authority VIII
10.2009 - 05.2011
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely implementation of corrective actions, mitigating potential compliance issues.
- Analyzed all audit results and resolved all compliance issues.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of regulatory changes affecting the business landscape, proactively adapting audit strategies as needed.
- Improved financial transparency by providing clear communication of audit results to stakeholders through detailed reports and presentations.
Internal Auditor
Parish National Bank
05.2006 - 10.2009
- Assisted in the preparation of audit reports that clearly communicated findings and recommendations to key stakeholders.
- Performed internal audits of financial and departmental operations, developing risk assessments and conducting process walk-throughs for compliance with documented processes.
- Identified and reported audit issues.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by collaborating effectively with colleagues across all levels of the organization.
- Had to leave when the bank was bought out by Whitney.
Performance Analyst
Louisiana Legislative Auditor's Office
01.2001 - 05.2006
- Responsible for conducting audits upon requests from the state legislature, public officials, and concerned citizens to examine the effectiveness, efficiency, and overall quality of public programs and state agencies
- Types of audits included: financial records, executive budgets, management controls and strategic planning, fiscal policy, and data reliability
- Supervised a team of two to four people as lead auditor
- Analyzed financial data and performed data reconciliation to source documentation
- Performed analysis to determine the fiscal impact of legislative bills and prepared fiscal notes summarizing such impact for the legislature's review
- Developed and distributed audit reports to the Division Director, Legislative Auditor, and Legislative Audit Committee
- Provided audit findings, objective evidence of results, and corrective action recommendations
- Left position shortly after Hurricane Katrina to be closer to home
Education
MBA -
Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LA05-2000
Bachelor of Science - Business Economics
Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LA12-1998
Skills
- Customer Relations
- Strategic Planning
- Analytical research
- Regulatory Compliance
- Program Management
- Budget Administration
- Time Management
- Problem-solving abilities
Awardsandactivities
- Member of University Libraries Leadership committee
- Dean's List, 1996-2000
- President's List, 1998
- Outstanding Senior in Economics, 1998
- Who's Who, 1998
- Honor graduate
- Beta Gamma Sigma, honor society for accredited business schools
- Omicron Delta Epsilon, internal honor society in economics
- Financial Management Association
- MBA Society
- Member of Superior Avenue Baptist Church, Bogalusa, LA
Hobbies and Interests
- Landscaping
- Travel
- Attending sporting events
- Reading
Timeline
Accountant
Pearl River Community College
05.2023 - Current
Assistant to the Dean for Finance & Administration
The University of Southern Mississippi
10.2018 - 05.2023
Senior Financial Analyst
The University of Southern Mississippi
03.2014 - 09.2018
Grants Accountant
The University of Southern Mississippi
06.2011 - 03.2014
Compliance Auditor
Mississippi Regional Housing Authority VIII
10.2009 - 05.2011
Internal Auditor
Parish National Bank
05.2006 - 10.2009
Performance Analyst
Louisiana Legislative Auditor's Office
01.2001 - 05.2006
MBA -
Southeastern Louisiana University
Bachelor of Science - Business Economics
Southeastern Louisiana University
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