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Joshua A. Nawrot

Medford,USA

Summary

Robust Program Manager and Financial Management professional with over 24 years of progressive military and federal service. Expert in budget execution, resource management, financial compliance, and team leadership under high-stakes environments. Proven record of process improvement and cross-functional team success across domestic and international operations. Possesses a BS in Business Administration (Accounting), DoD Financial Management Certification (Level 3), and an active Secret clearance.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Budget Officer / Deputy G8

78th Training Division (TD)
Fort Dix, NJ
07.2024 - Current
  • Served as the principal advisor for all matters related to financial planning, budget execution, and fiscal policy compliance.
  • Directed the formulation, analysis, and management of multimillion-dollar budgets in support of Army operations and training missions.
  • Independently manage Reserve Personnel Army (RPA) and Operations & Maintenance Army Reserve (OMAR) funds totally approximately $8 million dollars.
  • Provided critical guidance to command leadership on resource allocation, phase planning, and execution strategies aligned with DoD Financial Management Regulations and Unites States Army Reserve (USAR) Command Budget Guidance.
  • Oversaw the development of Spend Plans and ensured timely submission of budget requirements, obligation adjustments, and reconciliation efforts.
  • Coordinate with program managers to develop and adjust phase plans monthly; currently 70% execution for end of month March, on track for 85% by July, and 100% by fiscal year-end.
  • Implemented process for accurate and up-to-date status of funds (SOF); managed funds with precision, and improved record keeping timeliness and efficiency by 75%.
  • Maintained accountability and transparency across multiple financial systems including GFEBS, DTS, and RLAS.
  • Led audit readiness initiatives, coordinated internal controls and consistently achieved year-end execution targets.
  • Collaborated with program managers and subordinate units to ensure financial efficiency, compliance, and readiness.
  • Recognized for precision in budget management, commitment to fiscal stewardship, and contributions to mission success.

Deputy Resource Management Officer / Reserve Personnel Army Section Chief

316th Expeditionary Sustainment Command (ESC)
Coraopolis, PA
06.2021 - 07.2024
  • Represented the Resource Management Officer in all matters of finance and personnel oversight, directly managing operations across funds execution, logistics, training, and combat readiness.
  • Served as the command’s principal staff officer for Reserve Personnel – Army (RPA) financial operations, maintaining accountability of a $27.6M annual RPA budget and $1.9M in Additional Drill Assemblies across RLAS, GFEBS, and DTS systems.
  • Managed 90 Fund Managers in RLAS and 80 Lines of Accounting in DTS with surgical precision, achieving 94% obligation of RPA funds by mid-June and positioning the command to meet its 100% fiscal year execution target.
  • Developed and maintained the ESC-wide Spend Plan, enabling timely and accurate fiscal tracking that prevented Anti-Deficiency Act (ADA) violations and improved budget forecasting and program execution.
  • Led year-end closing procedures and submitted consolidated funding requests to the 377th TSC ahead of schedule, ensuring a smooth transition into the new fiscal year.
  • Appointed Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) Manager; successfully managed $190K in transactions supporting Soldier welfare programs including fitness center and base commissary access.
  • Provided fiscal guidance and hands-on mentorship to sustainment units, promoting educational development and professional growth throughout the G8 section.
  • Created a culture of trust and teamwork through constructive feedback, performance recognition, and professional development, positively impacting morale and retention within the team.
  • Recognized for professionalism, initiative, and the ability to operate independently in high-tempo environments, consistently delivering results that supported mission success and financial integrity.

Army National Guard Financial Management Certification Program Manager

National Guard Bureau (NGB)
Arlington, VA
10.2017 - 09.2020
  • Organize and coordinate the Army National Guard (ARNG) Financial Management (FM) Certification Program consisting of 3200 users across 54 states and territories.
  • Increased overall certification by 50%; decreased non-compliant users by approximately 12%; and increased compliance by 15%.
  • Served as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) on all things related to the program.
  • Provided strategic guidance to states, component administrators and leaders in a way that promoted ARNG culture; Oversaw progress of operations and reported directly to the ARNG Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
  • Reviewed and evaluated states progression and made recommendations.
  • Coordinated, planned and executed all training within states.
  • Built and maintained organization structure and administrative details within the FM Learning Management System (FMLMS).
  • Update and maintain user profiles; Assign and manage roles within LMS; Reset PINS; Edited learning events recorded by FM users to correct mistakes; access and provided reports.
  • Review submissions for certification (pending approvals) and make recommendations to the CCA.
  • Provided extensive document reviews and compiled individual learning plans.

Effects Coordinator

Combat Aviation Brigade (CAB)
Shelbyville, IN
08.2016 - 10.2017
  • Coordinated and planned all Fire Support for Brigade Operations.
  • Supports all Lethal and Nonlethal Targeting.
  • Coordinated and assisted in the preparation and planning of the Brigade Fire Support Officer's recommendations to the Brigade Commander regarding available Fire Support Assets, capabilities and limitations, and their tactical missions.
  • Was a key contributor to information provided to the Brigade Commander regarding Enemy Indirect Fire capabilities and limitations.
  • Participated in the Brigade's Military Decision Making Process (MDMP).
  • Develops, builds and maintains the Brigade Fire Support Plan and Fire Support Execution Matrix.
  • Recommends Fire Support Coordinating Measures.

Resource Management Officer in Charge

Ministry of Interior Military Advisory Group
Saudi Arabia
07.2015 - 08.2016
  • Served as the Resource Management Officer in Charge in addition to serving as the Foreign Military Case Budget Officer financially responsible for approximately $122 million dollars in Foreign Military Sales (FMS) case funds as well as overall daily operations of the Resource Management Office.
  • Selected by the Program Manager (PM) over eight higher ranking officers to serve as the Comptroller during a four-month period; developed a spending plan and coordinated with USASAC to input the data into GFEBS for the $73 million Salary and Support Case.
  • Provided critical oversight on the budgeting of $122 million for seven FMS Cases; established a historical trend report that was crucial in compiling historical data to predict future risks and yielded a 0.04% variance between forecasted and actual costs.
  • Appointed as the Vice Chairman for the MOI-MAG Program Budget Advisory Committee (PBAC) to identify requirements and aligns fiscal resources with MOI-MAG mission objectives that provided internal controls for spending and resource allocation during each quarter.
  • Performed as the Contracting Officer for nine different contracts to include Interpreter/Translators, Villas for Jeddah and Dammam, Vehicles, English Instructors, Printers, engineering support, renovation and upgrades, and up-armored vehicles valued at $19.03 million.
  • Implemented support agreements for the plaza services, information technology, and medical services with a total dollar value of $610,000; resulted in an increase of Soldier morale and welfare.
  • Functioned as the Lead Defense Travel Associate for the Defense Travel System (DTS) for MOI-MAG in appropriating funds for over 250 authorizations in 10 countries for 80 Soldiers and immediate review of $600,000 in vouchers with a delinquency rate of 0% for metrics.

Financial Management (FM) Certification Program Manager

Defense Finance & Accounting Services (DFAS)
Rome, NY
10.2014 - 07.2015
  • Serving as Officer in Charge of the Financial Management Certification Program for approximately 800 personnel as well as Company Commander for all military personnel on orders within DFAS-Rome.
  • Established the first Office of the Secretary of Defense Financial Management Certification Program at DFAS in Rome, NY.
  • Responsible for managing more than 800 Financial Management Certification accounts within the Learning Management System.
  • As the OIC of the FM Certification Program; responsible for establishing learning plans, and reviewing, auditing, and approving accounts.
  • Conduct classes, provide section/individual training, review college transcripts, and record and upload substantiating documentation in the Learning Management System.
  • Planned, coordinated, and hosted approximately 90 FM Certification classes, 40 section training sessions, and 120 one-on-one sessions which resulted in more than 500 members of DFAS-Rome staff obtaining FM Certification in a ten-month period.
  • Cross-walked employee college level courses to FM Certification requirements to streamline the process for each individual employee.
  • Motivated program attendees and was directly responsible for 100% of the level 3 FM Certification candidates having all received their certification.
  • Visited each level 3 certification candidate and provided a learning history audit to identify where each person’s qualifications fit into their personal learning plan.
  • Tailored each learning plan to include a researched list of courses that could be used to achieve their certification.
  • In addition, Ensured the recording of the documentation in the Learning Management System and subsequent certification.
  • Established several metrics to display the status of FM Certification achievements by creating, developing, and authoring a monthly newsletter, creating signage to display throughout DFAS-Rome, and verbally reviewing statistics in meetings with the Site Director and Mission Area Directors.

Platoon Leader/Fire Direction Officer

2-150 Field Artillery Unit
Greencastle, IN
06.2013 - 10.2014
  • Serving as both a Fire Direction Officer and Platoon Leader representing Alpha Battery 2/150 Field Artillery.
  • Responsible for scheduling, organization, safety, and development of two sections consisting of thirty Soldiers.
  • Planned, designed, and conducted multiple training events to enhance soldier knowledge.
  • Improved section processes and structure, thus improving section efficiency.

Fire Support Officer

1-293 Infantry Battalion
Fort Wayne, IN
07.2011 - 06.2013
  • Supervised twenty-five observers and represented the Higher Head Quarters as their Fire Support Officer.
  • Oversaw advanced training that facilitated learning to improve overall knowledge of the team.
  • Improvised training to accomplish the overall goal of our given mission.
  • Assisted in development of each individual soldier to maximize their potential therefore strengthening the structure of our organization.
  • Indirect fires subject matter expert used as an advisor for mission planning in support of the commander.

Pay Operations Office Manager

Installation Support Unit (ISU)
Camp Atterbury, IN
09.2008 - 07.2011
  • Directed pay operations for the Installation Financial Management Office.
  • Managed twelve personnel and spearheaded all pay transactions for mobilizing and demobilizing soldiers.
  • Performed daily audits and reviews of pay transactions and financial records.
  • Oversaw all training of personnel while providing top notch customer service.
  • Maintained all special pay matters utilizing the case management system to resolve such issues in a timely manner.
  • Primary active duty pay supervisor responsible for all pay transactions.
  • Completed both Officer Candidate School and my Basic Officer Leadership Course.
  • Promoted to 2nd Lieutenant.

Debt Management Section Manager and Disbursing Office Associate

138th Finance Higher Headquarters Detachment (HHD)
Camp Bondsteel, Kosovo
07.2007 - 07.2008
  • Resolved $28,000 of past due debt.
  • Primary liaison with the Bank of Boston working on special projects to consolidate Eagle Cash Card Debts as well as actioning outstanding payments.
  • Trusted with thousands of dollars financial data to combine and coordinate for processing.
  • Responsible for Disbursing $250,000 in daily transactions.
  • Accountable for a wide range of tasks related to the distribution of payments, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and proper record-keeping.

Financial Specialist

82nd Airborne Division
Fort Bragg, NC
05.2001 - 08.2006
  • Proven track record of improving operational efficiency through comprehensive audits of all travel vouchers submitted through the 82nd Airborne Finance Office.
  • Responsible for processing travel payments for VIP’s.
  • Provided expert customer service regarding military pay.
  • Processed pay inquiries.
  • Managed soldiers’ accounts.
  • Headed the absent without leave and promotions section.
  • Deployed to Baghdad Iraq in 2003, responsible for hundreds of thousands of dollars in cash disbursements in remote areas.
  • Processing and disbursing thousands of dollars in vendor pay.
  • Data entry.

Education

Army Intermediate Level Education (Common Core Phase 1) -

Command And General Staff College
04-2025

US Army Business Analytics -

University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC
03-2022

Budget Managers Course -

United States Army Reserves
01.2022

Action Officer Course -

National Guard Bureau
08-2020

Financial Management Captains Career Course -

Army Financial Management School House
07-2019

AA - Art and Science

Pennsylvania State University
06-2013

Basic Officer Leadership Course -

Fires Center of Excellence
04-2012

BS - Business Administration (focus in Accounting)

DeVry University
10-2011

Officer Candidate School -

138th Regional Training Institute
07-2011

Reserve Pay Class -

McCoy Training Center
08-2007

Skills

  • Program Management
  • Operations & Financial Planning
  • Budgeting
  • Resource Management
  • Data analysis
  • Budget forecasting
  • Financial Reporting
  • Payroll Accounting
  • Analytical thinking
  • Coaching & Counseling
  • Problem Solving/Critical Thinking
  • Customer Relations
  • Personnel Development
  • Time Management
  • Microsoft Office Proficiency

Education Credentials

  • BS Business Administration (focus in Accounting), DeVry University, 06/2011
  • AA in Art and Science, Pennsylvania State University, 06/2013
  • Army Intermediate Level Education (Common Core Phase 1), 06/2025
  • US Army Business Analytics, 06/2022
  • USAR Budget Managers Course, 06/2022
  • Action Officer Course, 06/2020
  • Financial Management Captains Career Course, 06/2019
  • Basic Officer Leadership Course, 06/2012
  • Officer Candidate School, 06/2011
  • Reserve Pay Class, 06/2007
  • Mishawaka High School, 06/2001

Certifications Computer Skills Clearances

  • Secret Security Clearance
  • DoD Financial Management Certification level 3
  • GFEBS
  • FM Learning Management System
  • Proficient in Windows; MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook E-mail
  • Various Department of Defense accounting systems including Defense Joint Military Pay System (DJMS), Defense Military Office (DMO), Case Management System, Defense Travel System (DTS)
  • Security Cooperation Management Course
  • Defense Travel Administrator Course
  • Digital Training Management System Master Trainer Course
  • Reserve Pay Class
  • Lean Six Sigma Training Course
  • EO Training
  • Leader Engagement Course
  • Resiliency Class
  • OPSEC Training Course
  • SAEDA Training Course
  • Army Accident Avoidance Course
  • Cyber Awareness Training

Recognition Awards Affiliations

  • #1 Ranked Financial Management Certification Program upon completion of tour
  • Civilian Expeditionary Workforce best for their training year 2014
  • Best Fire Direction Center Award 2013
  • Combat Action Badge
  • Airborne Wings
  • Meritorious Service Medal
  • Joint Service Commendation Medal
  • Five Army Commendation Medals
  • Army Achievement Medal
  • Army Good Conduct Medal
  • Two Army Reserve Component Achievement Medals
  • National Defense Service Medal
  • Kosovo Campaign Medal
  • Iraq Campaign Medal with 1 star
  • Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal
  • Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
  • Two Armed Forces Reserve Medal with M device
  • Army Service Ribbon
  • Three Army Overseas Ribbons
  • NATO Medal
  • Indiana Longevity Service Ribbon
  • Two Indiana Overseas service Ribbon
  • Two Indiana OCONUS Service Ribbons
  • Army Valorous Unit Citation
  • Army Superior Unit Award
  • Indiana Military Volunteer Emblem
  • National Guard Bureau Identification Badge
  • Dean’s List DeVry University 2011
  • Army Officer Candidate School Class Treasurer
  • Penn State Alumni Association
  • Association of the United States Army
  • 82nd Airborne Association
  • 82nd Airborne Historical Society
  • National Guard Association of Indiana
  • American Legion

Results

Earned consistent commendations for devotion to duty for excellence by rapidly improving processes, leading sections, & supporting soldiers & civilians. Resuscitated struggling ARNG FM Certification Program ranked last out of all branches at the beginning of my tour; after 3 years the program was ranked #1 and being used as a model for other branches. Fulfilled a range of Finance & Leadership/Management duties for both combat and peacekeeping missions. Gained proficiencies and experience in: Resource Management, Defense Travel System as a Lead Defense Travel Associate, budget, leadership skills, and development of subordinates, maintaining records, files and reports, mental toughness under tough conditions, and taking initiative towards projects on anything to improve processes. Awarded a Meritorious Service Medal, a Joint Service Commendation Medal, five Army Commendation Medals and one Army Achievement Medal for dedication to the mission. Won the outstanding section award for the Best Fire Direction Center award during annual training. Promoted numerous times up to Noncommissioned Officer, then commissioned to the officer ranks.

Accomplishments

#1 Ranked Financial Management Certification Program upon completion of tour, Civilian Expeditionary Workforce best for their training year 2014, Best Fire Direction Center Award 2013, Combat Action Badge, Airborne Wings, Meritorious Service Medal, Joint Service Commendation Medal, five Army Commendation Medals, Army Achievement Medal, Army Good Conduct Medal, two Army Reserve Component Achievement Medals, National Defense Service Medal, Kosovo Campaign Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal with 1 star, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, two Armed Forces Reserve Medal with M device, Army Service Ribbon, three Army Overseas Ribbons, NATO Medal, Indiana Longevity Service Ribbon, two Indiana Overseas service Ribbon, two Indiana OCONUS Service Ribbons, Army Valorous Unit Citation, Army Superior Unit Award, Indiana Military Volunteer Emblem, National Guard Bureau Identification Badge, Dean’s List DeVry University 2011, Army Officer Candidate School Class Treasurer, Penn State Alumni Association, Association of the United States Army, 82ndAirborne Association, 82nd Airborne Historical Society, National Guard Association of Indiana, American Legion

Affiliations

FM Learning Management System, Proficient in Windows; MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook E-mail; various Department of Defense accounting systems including Defense Joint Military Pay System (DJMS), Defense Military Office (DMO), Case Management System, Defense Travel System (DTS);

Timeline

Budget Officer / Deputy G8

78th Training Division (TD)
07.2024 - Current

Deputy Resource Management Officer / Reserve Personnel Army Section Chief

316th Expeditionary Sustainment Command (ESC)
06.2021 - 07.2024

Army National Guard Financial Management Certification Program Manager

National Guard Bureau (NGB)
10.2017 - 09.2020

Effects Coordinator

Combat Aviation Brigade (CAB)
08.2016 - 10.2017

Resource Management Officer in Charge

Ministry of Interior Military Advisory Group
07.2015 - 08.2016

Financial Management (FM) Certification Program Manager

Defense Finance & Accounting Services (DFAS)
10.2014 - 07.2015

Platoon Leader/Fire Direction Officer

2-150 Field Artillery Unit
06.2013 - 10.2014

Fire Support Officer

1-293 Infantry Battalion
07.2011 - 06.2013

Pay Operations Office Manager

Installation Support Unit (ISU)
09.2008 - 07.2011

Debt Management Section Manager and Disbursing Office Associate

138th Finance Higher Headquarters Detachment (HHD)
07.2007 - 07.2008

Financial Specialist

82nd Airborne Division
05.2001 - 08.2006

Army Intermediate Level Education (Common Core Phase 1) -

Command And General Staff College

US Army Business Analytics -

University of South Carolina

Budget Managers Course -

United States Army Reserves

Action Officer Course -

National Guard Bureau

Financial Management Captains Career Course -

Army Financial Management School House

AA - Art and Science

Pennsylvania State University

Basic Officer Leadership Course -

Fires Center of Excellence

BS - Business Administration (focus in Accounting)

DeVry University

Officer Candidate School -

138th Regional Training Institute

Reserve Pay Class -

McCoy Training Center

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