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Lurie Graham
Sanford
Summary
Meticulous Budget Analyst with expertise in receivables management, account reconciliation, and credit risk analysis. Proficient in NetSuite, SAP, and Excel, ensuring accurate financial reporting and timely collections. Proven track record in fostering customer relationships, resolving payment disputes, and enhancing financial operations across departments. Experienced in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting, with a disciplined and analytical approach to expense monitoring.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Budget Analyst
DEVCOM Army Research Laboratory
Aberdeen Proving Ground
08.2023 - 09.2025
- Conducted thorough analysis of receivables, obligations, and accruals to ensure compliance with financial policies, achieving 15% increase in budget efficiency.
- Managed accounts through balance verification, discrepancy reconciliation, and accurate financial reporting.
- Utilized ERP systems including GFEBS and DTS for receivables management, report preparation, and transaction documentation.
- Developed and analyzed operating and capital budgets for financial planning purposes.
- Prepared reconciliations and reports to support audit readiness and maintain compliance with regulations.
Contract Specialist
Army Contracting Command
RTP
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Conducted financial risk assessments and reviewed contractual obligations for compliance with organizational policies.
- Collaborated with stakeholders on financial reporting, compliance reviews, and payment tracking.
- Resolved discrepancies by coordinating efforts with relevant departments to ensure accurate receivable records.
- Supported grant management and financial activities tied to contractual obligations before and after awards.
Budget Technician
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Fayetteville
11.2021 - 08.2022
- Reviewed and reconciled accounts for compliance with federal standards and GAAP.
- Monitored receivables and obligations to support thorough account documentation.
- Facilitated audits by conducting variance analysis and providing detailed account reports.
Financial & HR Manager
Robert Half
Raleigh
08.2008 - 11.2021
- Directed accounts receivable operations, including collections and reconciliations across multiple business units.
- Prepared and verified account balances, processed payments, and recorded adjustments in SAP.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients and vendors to resolve disputes and payment delays.
- Generated financial reports for executive management to inform strategic decision-making.
Education
Doctor of Business Administration - Strategic Management
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA11-2028
MBA - Business Administration
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ05-2016
Bachelor of Science - Banking and Finance
Fayetteville State University
Fayetteville, NC12-2008
Skills
- ERP software expertise (SAP, GFEBS)
- Data systems knowledge (DTS, GCSS-Army)
- Payroll software proficiency (Paychex Flex)
- Financial operations skills (FSCM, Oracle)
- Forecasting techniques
- Report preparation
- ERP
- Software tools
- Preparing budgets
- SQL programming experience (Teradata SQL)
- Advanced Excel capabilities (Pivot tables, VLOOKUP, Macros)
- Office applications proficiency (Word, PowerPoint)
- Accounts receivable expertise
- Collections management strategies
- Reconciliation skills
- Audit support functions
- Customer dispute resolution expertise
- Credit risk evaluation
Certification
Executive Business Administration, Liberty University, 2025
Work Availability
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Timeline
Budget Analyst
DEVCOM Army Research Laboratory
08.2023 - 09.2025
Contract Specialist
Army Contracting Command
08.2022 - 08.2023
Budget Technician
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
11.2021 - 08.2022
Financial & HR Manager
Robert Half
08.2008 - 11.2021
Doctor of Business Administration - Strategic Management
Liberty University
MBA - Business Administration
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Banking and Finance
Fayetteville State University