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KATHRYN LOMAX

Arlington,USA

Summary

Dynamic project management professional with a proven track record of delivering critical initiatives on time and within budget. Recognized for exceptional communication, organizational, and analytical skills, adept at developing innovative solutions to complex business and technology challenges. Expertise in stakeholder engagement and risk management enhances project efficiency and effectiveness. Career aspirations include leading larger scale projects that drive strategic growth.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Project Manager -Health and Human Services, Food and Drug Administration

Sagittae Solutions
Arlington, VA
10.2023 - 10.2024
  • Worked with Office of Financial Management and User Fee Support Staff to lead project execution, manage day-to-day operations, track progress, and ensure timely milestone delivery
  • Developed comprehensive project plans outlining scope, objectives, timelines, and resource requirements to ensure alignment with organizational client expectations
  • Drafted quarterly newsletters and employee onboarding checklist for User fee Support Staff to inform centers of current and upcoming initiatives
  • Developed Standard Operating Procedures focused on the complex user fee processes and calculations to support critical functions and ensure adherence to legislative mandates
  • Identified potential risks and issues, developing mitigation strategies and proactively addressing challenges to minimize impact on the user fee programs

Senior Consultant/Project Manager - Federal Emergency Management Agency

R3 Government Solutions
Arlington, VA
11.2021 - 10.2023
  • Instrumental team leader, mentor, and strategist in charge of portfolio-level growth strategies for providing turnkey project management solutions to the client and achieving high-level performance outcomes for workforce initiatives
  • Developed evolving strategies aligned with organizational priorities, facilitated the business objectives, tracked the project's progress to identify variances, and guided corrective actions for performance improvement
  • Managed and delivered components of client engagement focused on identifying, designing, and implementing change management plans and creative business solutions for the Workforce Governance Branch

Project Manager - NJ Contract Tracing Project

Staffing Etc.
Lanham, MD
01.2021 - 11.2021
  • Partnered with leadership to design organizational goals and strategy for staffing and retention; oversaw human resource functions such as recruitment, compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations
  • Implemented policies, processes, and initiatives to support the organization's HR compliance and strategy needs
  • Researched and analyzed organizational trends by reviewing detailed reports and metrics from the organization's information systems, also facilitated employee Town Halls training for contract employees
  • Adhered to discipline and ensured the termination process of staff as per company policy, improved processes, and systems to increase customer expectations and quality of service as the driver toward adaptable solutions
  • Streamlined workflow of the department, ensured the organization's compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices to maintain compliance

Project Manager - Strategy

CORRIGO
Allen, TX
09.2019 - 12.2020
  • Planned, managed, tracked, and facilitated various project initiatives and implemented customized changes under the direction of the Director and Senior Director of Strategy Implementation
  • Provided timely and efficient support to the project team and client in analyzing project needs; drove project's stakeholders, technical and other resources to ensure delivery of projects on schedule within quality and projected budget
  • Extended support to the project road maps for custom design and deployments; worked in an agile development and operations environment and provided performance estimates to meet the User Story and development design needs
  • Rendered a keen eye for details to identify, project issues and communicate to all key stakeholders for timely resolution

Consultant

BBC CONCEPTS, LLC
Dallas, TX
05.2019 - 09.2019
  • Provided thought leadership, direction, and support for the identification, selection, and development of clients through the provision of coaching, accountability, and assessment services

Continuous Improvement Process Specialist (Workforce Solutions)

NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS
Arlington, TX
09.2018 - 05.2019
  • Responsible for identifying and coordinating with Workforce counterparts to improve program outcomes and strategically support the mission, vision, and values of Workforce Solutions
  • Identified and facilitated process improvement projects and training/ workshops to drive cultural change
  • Lead value stream process mapping to define 'As-Is Analysis' and streamline the transition to the future state of workforce processes

Senior Grants & Contracts Coordinator (Fiscal Management)

NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS
Arlington, TX
02.2018 - 09.2018
  • Responsible for coordinating with project managers and project teams for the implementation of transportation projects through continued communication of contract requirements, maintenance of fiscal management records, management of project schedules and contract actions requiring approval in compliance with rules and regulatory guidance
  • Coordinated efforts to support the development and maintenance of the department budget and fiscal management policies and procedures by reviewing processes, data, and performing financial analyses to implement process improvements and resolve discrepancies
  • Monitored actions and needs regarding funding, agreements, approvals, status report submission, financial expenditures, and other project activities
  • Supervised staff through training and professional guidance, organizing and tracking assignments, monitoring performance and compliance with Agency and Department guidelines and procedures, and conducting evaluations

Sr. Business Analyst

MAXIMUS
Irving, TX
10.2017 - 12.2017
  • Responsible for developing and maintaining effective processes for managing reporting requirements, developing business reporting processes, and providing production support to the operation
  • Collected, reviewed, and input data from multiple sources into the reporting repository
  • Interfaced with Reporting Analysts (RA) at multiple sites rolling up results to a central reporting entity
  • Participated in the development and documentation of procedures related to maintenance, clean up, and consolidation of information reported to internal and external partners
  • Communicated status, risks, and issues to the Reporting Project Manager, senior management, and/or the client, as appropriate
  • Monitored and led RA activities with the Reporting Project Manager to ensure that all business/reporting analysis activities were allocated appropriately and executed as planned

Consultant -AR Collections Specialist, XPO Logistics

KFORCE STAFFING
Ft. Worth, TX
09.2017 - 10.2017
  • Contacted customers and resolved A/R issues with delinquent accounts
  • Prepared reports for management review
  • Performed portfolio analysis and root cause resolution

Senior Program Analyst

CALIBRE SYSTEMS
Alexandria, VA
10.2016 - 08.2017
  • Provided strategic support serving as assessable unit lead for post-corrective action implementation and evaluation at Washington Headquarters Services
  • Responsible for the timely execution of risk-based internal audits by the Financial Improvement Audit Readiness (FIAR) guidance, as well as assisting with other audit matters and project coordination

Senior Consultant

MORGANFRANKLIN CONSULTING
McLean, VA
08.2015 - 10.2016
  • Planned and executed projects to standardize processes and streamline operations for public-sector clients
  • Managed administrative processes to accelerate all stages of the project life cycle
  • Identified needs, proposed solutions, allocated resources and drove seamless implementation of all deliverables-achieving internal and external objectives on budget and on time
  • Maintained documentation and ensured that project stakeholders understood expectations, goals, and progress
  • Provided project management and coordination to increase the effectiveness of the AmeriCorps Volunteers in Service to America (VISTA) program
  • Performed systematic research and analysis and presented data-driven insights to keep the client apprised of potentially illegal or non-compliant program functions
  • Improved consistency and compliance for the Veterans Administration by developing standard operating procedures (SOPs) for a key accounting process
  • Defined the SOP structure, reviewed existing materials, and delivered results within an extremely strict timeline, per best practices
  • Initiated an audit response support project for the U.S
  • Navy's Financial Management Office, leveraging experience in research and analysis, business process standardization, audit readiness, and compliance management to set the project plan for this ongoing subcontractor engagement

Senior Consultant

TERATHINK CORPORATION
Reston, VA
03.2013 - 08.2015
  • Managed consulting engagements, which improved efficiency, cut costs, and enhanced compliance for clients
  • Explored business processes and identified opportunities to tackle and resolve real-world business challenges, driving measurable improvements based on regulations, internal policies, or other criteria
  • Stepped into finance and accounting staff augmentation roles when needed
  • Achieved 40% reduction in unliquidated obligations (unused funds allocated for a specific purpose that can be redistributed if handled appropriately) to improve resource utilization for the Pentagon Force Protection Agency
  • Achieved superior outcomes through research, SOP updates, and providing on-site support for major budget/accounting system upgrades
  • Provided hands-on, people-centric change management for National Defense University's Resource Management Directorate to support the development, roll-out, and adoption of fully compliant accounting and reporting processes
  • Provided Washington Headquarters Services' Financial Management Directorate with documentation, assessment, and corrective action recommendations as part of a significant audit-readiness project
  • Drafted content for business development proposals to showcase past performance and demonstrate future capabilities

Senior Analyst

ACCENTURE INC.
Arlington, VA
08.2011 - 03.2013
  • Provided financial expertise to improve processes and audit readiness for public-sector clients
  • Analyzed processes and data for accuracy, risk, and compliance, and proposed solutions to eliminate inefficiencies and improve accountability
  • Wrote briefings for senior management teams in Accenture and client organizations
  • Performed essential administrative processes
  • Performed in-depth analyses to understand, communicate, and mitigate risk
  • Advised decision makers on internal controls and taking a proactive approach to audit readiness
  • Presented information in a clear, concise manner-in presentations and reports-often using graphics and charts to enhance data visualization and understanding
  • Created, structured, validated, documented, and updated accounting and financial processes to propel audit readiness and support specialized compliance efforts for the Department of the Navy

Financial Analyst

KFORCE GOVERNMENT SOLUTIONS
Fairfax, VA
06.2009 - 08.2011
  • Monitored reimbursable accounts and facilitated funding-withdrawal requests to support triannual budgetary and accounting requirements in the Defense Advanced Research Project Agency (DARPA)'s Comptroller's office
  • Educated clients on the status of financial accounts
  • Managed historical documentation to ensure preparedness for future audits
  • Implemented a strategic approach to presenting information, capturing attention, and compelling responses to inquiries, resulting in the largest amount of unliquidated obligations successfully withdrawn during tenure
  • Established open lines of communication with all parties, and informed contracting agencies, administrative officers, and program managers of accounting responsibilities and expenditures

Education

Master of Science - Human Service Administration, Health Systems Delivery

UNIVERSITY OF BALTIMORE
Baltimore, MD
12-2015

Bachelor of Science - Journalism Mass Communications, Public Relations

NORTH CAROLINA A&T STATE UNIVERSITY
Greensboro, NC
05-2008

Skills

  • System Evaluation
  • Project Management
  • System Optimization
  • Documentation Development
  • Administrative Program Coordination
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Innovative Problem Solving
  • Strategic Team Leadership
  • Effective Client Interactions
  • Best Practice Identification
  • Project Lifecycle Management
  • Workflow Streamlining

Affiliations

  • American Grant Writing Association
  • Cooking Matters, Capital Area Food Bank
  • Big Brothers, Big Sisters

Certification

  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt 2018
  • Project Management Professional 2023

Timeline

Project Manager -Health and Human Services, Food and Drug Administration

Sagittae Solutions
10.2023 - 10.2024

Senior Consultant/Project Manager - Federal Emergency Management Agency

R3 Government Solutions
11.2021 - 10.2023

Project Manager - NJ Contract Tracing Project

Staffing Etc.
01.2021 - 11.2021

Project Manager - Strategy

CORRIGO
09.2019 - 12.2020

Consultant

BBC CONCEPTS, LLC
05.2019 - 09.2019

Continuous Improvement Process Specialist (Workforce Solutions)

NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS
09.2018 - 05.2019

Senior Grants & Contracts Coordinator (Fiscal Management)

NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS
02.2018 - 09.2018

Sr. Business Analyst

MAXIMUS
10.2017 - 12.2017

Consultant -AR Collections Specialist, XPO Logistics

KFORCE STAFFING
09.2017 - 10.2017

Senior Program Analyst

CALIBRE SYSTEMS
10.2016 - 08.2017

Senior Consultant

MORGANFRANKLIN CONSULTING
08.2015 - 10.2016

Senior Consultant

TERATHINK CORPORATION
03.2013 - 08.2015

Senior Analyst

ACCENTURE INC.
08.2011 - 03.2013

Financial Analyst

KFORCE GOVERNMENT SOLUTIONS
06.2009 - 08.2011

Master of Science - Human Service Administration, Health Systems Delivery

UNIVERSITY OF BALTIMORE

Bachelor of Science - Journalism Mass Communications, Public Relations

NORTH CAROLINA A&T STATE UNIVERSITY

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