Laketha Gilmore
Madison
Summary
Knowledgeable [Desired Position] with proven history of leading high-performing teams and executing strategic initiatives that drive organizational growth. Successfully directed cross-functional projects that resulted in significant process improvements and operational efficiencies. Demonstrated leadership and communication skills in fostering collaborative environments and delivering impactful results.
Results-driven leader with strong background in strategic management and organizational growth. Skilled in developing and implementing effective business strategies, optimizing processes, and driving team performance. Known for adaptability, effective collaboration, and delivering measurable outcomes in dynamic environments. Strong communication and problem-solving abilities, coupled with focus on fostering productive and positive team culture.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Director
Mississippi Department of Human Services
04.2019 - Current
- Provide oversight, leadership and coordination of daily operations.
- Review monitoring reports, work closely with supervisors and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase teambuilding.
- Enhance team members’ progression growth, by developing independent decision making with the end results of promotions for staff.
- Conduct new hire training, performance planning and reviews, disciplinary actions and terminations.
Program Administrator, Sr.
Mississippi Department of Human Services
09.2017 - 04.2019
- Provided oversight, leadership and coordination of daily operations.
- Reviewed monitoring reports, worked closely with supervisors and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase teambuilding.
- Enhanced team members’ progression growth, by developing independent decision making with the end results of promotions for staff.
- Conducted new hire training, performance planning and reviews, disciplinary actions and terminations.
Fiscal Officer, Chief
Mississippi Department of Human Services
09.2015 - 09.2017
- Supervised and reviewed staff monitoring reports.
- Managed projects and teams, ensuring timely and accuracy completion of audit tasks.
- Conducted monitoring audits to ensure subgrantee compliance with federal and state guidelines by examining the subgrantee’s general ledgers, general journals, invoices, bank statements, and other reports.
- Monitored the subgrantee cash inflow/outflow to maintain sufficient cash balance.
- Documented the subgrantee financial transactions by entering account information.
- Maintained accounting controls by preparing and recommending policies and procedures.
- Adhered to the agency policies and procedures in developing and performing audits.
Fiscal Officer II
Mississippi Department of Human Services
02.2014 - 09.2015
- Conducted monitoring audits to ensure subgrantee compliance with federal and state guidelines by examining the subgrantee’s general ledgers, general journals, invoices, bank statements, and other reports.
- Monitored the subgrantee cash inflow/outflow to maintain sufficient cash balance.
- Documented the subgrantee financial transactions by entering account information.
- Maintained accounting controls by preparing and recommending policies and procedures.
- Adhered to the agency policies and procedures in developing and performing audits.
Program Specialist
Mississippi Department of Human Services
09.2010 - 02.2014
- Conducted monitoring audits to ensure subgrantee compliance with federal and state guidelines by examining the subgrantee’s general ledgers, general journals, invoices, bank statements, and other reports.
- Monitored the subgrantee cash inflow/outflow to maintain sufficient cash balance.
- Documented the subgrantee financial transactions by entering account information.
- Maintained accounting controls by preparing and recommending policies and procedures.
- Adhered to the agency policies and procedures in developing and performing audits.
Education
Master of Business Administration - CPA Review
Belhaven University
Jackson, MS01.2025
Certificate - Finance
Belhaven University
Jackson, MS08.2023
Master of Science - Business Leadership
Belhaven University
Jackson, MS08.2016
Bachelor of Science - undefined
Jackson State University
Jackson, MS05.2009
Associate of Arts - undefined
Hinds Community College
Raymond, MS05.2003
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Spreadsheet, MAGIC, WordPerfect, SharePoint, TEAMS, and Smartsheet
- Excellent communication skills Able to influence people, solve problems, think creatively and resolve conflicts
- Ability to multi-task, work independently and/or within a team, pays attentive detail and meet deadlines
- Quick learner with strong attention to detail
- Relationship building
- Strategic planning
- Decision-making
- Verbal and written communication
Timeline
Director
Mississippi Department of Human Services
04.2019 - Current
Program Administrator, Sr.
Mississippi Department of Human Services
09.2017 - 04.2019
Fiscal Officer, Chief
Mississippi Department of Human Services
09.2015 - 09.2017
Fiscal Officer II
Mississippi Department of Human Services
02.2014 - 09.2015
Program Specialist
Mississippi Department of Human Services
09.2010 - 02.2014
Certificate - Finance
Belhaven University
Master of Science - Business Leadership
Belhaven University
Bachelor of Science - undefined
Jackson State University
Associate of Arts - undefined
Hinds Community College
Master of Business Administration - CPA Review
Belhaven University
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