
Senior financial executive with 15+ years of progressive leadership experience directing complex financial operations in both Washington State government and Tribal government organizations. Proven ability to provide enterprise-wide financial leadership and fiscal oversight for organizations supporting more than 740 employees and operating budgets exceeding $600 million. Extensive experience in accounting, budgeting, revenue forecasting, financial reporting, internal controls, contracts management, and regulatory compliance including GAAP, RCWs, WACs, and federal regulations.
Provide executive financial leadership for a large Tribal government enterprise supporting more than 740 employees and managing an operating budget exceeding $600 million.
Key Responsibilities:
• Provide enterprise-wide financial leadership overseeing accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, and strategic financial planning
• Direct development and management of annual operating budgets and long-term financial forecasts
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, federal financial regulations, and regulatory reporting standards
• Oversee enterprise financial systems including accounting, cash and asset management, and financial reporting processes
• Supervise finance and accounting teams supporting a workforce of more than 740 employees
• Serve as primary liaison for external auditors and regulatory reviews
• Lead financial analysis initiatives to support executive leadership decision-making
• Oversee self-insured healthcare programs administered through HMA and Clear Script
• Implement strong internal controls and financial management policies ensuring financial stewardship and accountability
Directed accounting operations and financial reporting within a Tribal government enterprise supporting more than 600 employees and managing an operating budget exceeding $250 million.
Key Contributions:
• Managed financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting activities
• Ensured compliance with GAAP accounting standards and financial policies
• Implemented internal control systems to strengthen financial accountability
• Supervised accounting staff including hiring, training, and performance management
• Conducted financial analysis to identify cost management and operational improvement opportunities
Managed financial operations within a Washington State regulatory agency.
Key Contributions:
• Oversaw financial reporting and accounting systems within a Washington State government agency
• Ensured compliance with RCWs, WACs, and federal financial regulations
• Prepared monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for executive leadership and regulatory oversight
• Reviewed contracts and agreements to ensure financial and regulatory compliance
• Collaborated with auditors and regulatory partners during financial audits and reviews
• Conducted financial analysis to support budgeting, forecasting, and operational planning