KUNIKO BARNETT
Bethesda,MD
Summary
Seasoned Budget Analyst with eight years of experience and proven proficiency in payroll, budget planning, formulation, execution, and financial reporting. Skilled in managing complex financial data, developing comprehensive budgets, and advising on cost-reduction strategies. Proven track record in streamlining processes and enhancing operational efficiency. Strong ability to communicate effectively across all levels of an organization, while supporting strategic financial goals. Proficient in ERP, SAP, G-invoicing, Oracle, and various government financial systems.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Budget Analyst
National Institutes of Health
NCCIH
05.2023 - Current
- Assisting with all budget processes, ensuring financial control from planning to execution.
- Processing agreements, gift funds, and sales of research substances, while tracking funding and obligations.
- Handling data calls through collection, analysis, and delivery of timely responses.
- Conducting audits to verify compliance with financial policies and established requirements.
- Reviewing unreported expenses and recommending corrective actions based on investigations.
- Collaborating with management to maintain obligations within budgetary constraints, using quarterly reconciliations.
- Advising staff on balance statuses, and providing guidance on reprogramming needs.
Budget Analyst
National Institutes of Health
NIA
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Executed budget management processes to ensure compliance with financial regulations.
- Reviewed and routed Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) for official approval.
- Processed inter-agency agreements and tracked funding obligations and receipts.
- Conducted audits to verify adherence to established policies and procedures.
- Investigated unreported expenses, providing recommendations for corrective actions.
Financial & Administrative Management Specialist
U.S. Naval Research Laboratory
Solar And Heliospheric Physics Branch
05.2018 - 10.2022
- Monitored budgets for over 50 projects totaling $20 million, ensuring financial accuracy.
- Prepared detailed budget and financial reports for Principal Investigators and stakeholders.
- Identified root causes of budget deficiencies and implemented corrective actions.
- Organized budgetary data to facilitate comprehensive financial analysis and reporting.
- Developed Full-Time Equivalent plans, advising on resource allocation strategies.
- Executed administrative tasks, including payroll processing and procurement requests.
- Calculated costs for staff hours, equipment usage, salaries, and materials efficiently.
- Utilized various business and accounting systems, including Navy Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP).
Division Secretary
U.S. Naval Research Laboratory
Space Science Division
01.2017 - 04.2018
- Served as primary administrative contact for front office functions.
- Interpreted and applied various rules and regulations effectively.
- Reviewed incoming correspondence, determined actions, and routed to appropriate parties.
- Ensured outgoing correspondence adhered to proper format and established policies.
- Coordinated submission of Division proposals for grant funding from private and federal agencies.
- Prepared documents necessary for procurement and contracting processes.
- Managed travel vouchers and invoices through Defense Travel System accurately.
- Maintained Division Head calendar, scheduling appointments and meetings efficiently.
Scientific Specialist
Decernis LLC
01.2014 - 12.2016
- Collaborated with senior experts to ensure compliance with global food and chemical safety regulations.
- Reviewed international food and chemical regulations to maintain updated standards.
- Captured, audited, and categorized extensive data sets for accuracy.
- Utilized advanced spreadsheet functions to manipulate data effectively.
- Monitored system errors, tracking and reporting issues promptly.
- Generated monthly statistical reports on database user activity.
- Maintained a comprehensive directory of relevant contacts and offices.
- Managed daily schedules to optimize operational efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
University of Maryland
College Park, MDSkills
- Budget analysis and financial forecasting
- Expense management
- Time management
- Analytical problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Microsoft Office proficiency
Training
- NIH Training - Introduction to Power BI, 03/04/25
- NIH Training - Creating Pivot Tables in Excel, 04/30/24
- Joint Financial Management Improvement Program (JFMIP) Conference, 04/03/24 - 04/04/24
- NIH nSight Finance 220: Analytics (Qlik Sense), 02/28/24
- NIH nSight Finance 202: Balance Reports and Projections, 02/20/24
- NIH Training - Managing Data in Excel, 02/16/24
- NIH Training - Introduction to R and RStudio, 02/14/24
- NIH Training - Introduction to R and RStudio, 01/09/24
- NRL Microsoft Excel 2013: Advanced Level, 06/07/18
- NRL Financial Management 101, 07/11/17
- NRL Management Skills for Administrative Professionals & Key Support Staff, 04/25/17
- NRL Navy Correspondence Training, 03/23/17
Awards
- NIH NCCIH Director's Merit Award, 2024, For dedication and professionalism in administering the NCCIH grants portfolio during an unexpectedly challenging end of year
- NIH NCCIH Director's Merit Award, 2024, For the efforts to overhaul and restructure the organization's financial reports, enhancing automation and efficiency
- NIH NCCIH Director's Merit Award, 2023, In recognition of the successful implementation of the G-invoicing initiative at NCCIH, showcasing exemplary dedication and contributions to streamlined financial processes
- NIH NIA Director's Award, 2023, In recognition of the budget modeling work completed including projections for the AD bypass budget, multi-year funding, and financial dashboards
Additional Info
- Federal Employee
- Secret Clearance
- 100% Armed Forces Disabled Veteran Spouse
References
Ms. Alisha Smith
Budget Officer
National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health
National Institute of Health
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services
Email: alishasmith2211@gmail.com
Phone: (202) 841-7658
Dr. Harry Warren
Branch Head
Solar and Heliospheric Physics Branch
Space Science Division
U.S. Naval Research Laboratory
Email: harry.p.warren2.civ@us.navy.mil
Phone: (240) 416-6267
Dr. Jill Dahlburg
Division Head
Space Science Division
U.S. Naval Research Laboratory
Email: jilldahlburg@gmail.com
Phone: (571) 970-8881
Timeline
Budget Analyst
National Institutes of Health
05.2023 - Current
Budget Analyst
National Institutes of Health
11.2022 - 05.2023
Financial & Administrative Management Specialist
U.S. Naval Research Laboratory
05.2018 - 10.2022
Division Secretary
U.S. Naval Research Laboratory
01.2017 - 04.2018
Scientific Specialist
Decernis LLC
01.2014 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
University of Maryland
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