Meg Jakubik
Watauga,TX
Summary
Reliable Strategic Services Manager/Budget Manager with over 10 years of experience in budgeting and financial management. Sound background creating feasible budgets, conducting comprehensive analyses and maintaining database of monetary information. Proficient in Microsoft, ClearGov, and Tyler New World Logos. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Strategic Services Manager
City Of Bedford
10.2013 - Current
- Achieved a streamlined budget process by implementing new financial budgeting software and tools.
- Enhanced financial transparency, providing detailed quarterly reports and presentations to City Council and management.
- Implemented continuous improvements to the budgeting process based on feedback from department heads and finance staff.
- Converted budget book presentation from a static pdf document to an online platform.
- Previously supervised Grant Administrator position and conduct year-end audit on grant expenditures.
- Supported City Manager with special projects and additional job duties.
Budget Analyst
City Of Bedford
03.2012 - 10.2013
- Streamlined budget processes for increased accuracy and timely completion of financial reports.
- Supported executive decision-making by providing accurate financial forecasts and recommendations.
- Collaborated with management teams to establish realistic budgets that support organizational objectives.
Assistant City Secretary/Records Manager
City Of Bedford
07.2010 - 03.2012
- Enhanced city operations by efficiently managing and organizing official documents for easy access and retrieval.
- Managed sensitive information with discretion, protecting the privacy of city officials and constituents.
- Maintained accurate records of city council meetings, ensuring transparency and accountability to the public.
Education
Master of Arts - Public Administration
University of North Texas
Denton, TXBachelor of Arts - Political Science
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TXSkills
- Microsoft Excel
- Budget Compliance
- Budget Planning
- Process Improvement
- Financial Analysis
- Organizational Skills
- Leadership Abilities
- Customer Service
- Relationship Building
Affiliations
- Government Finance Officers of Texas (GFOAT)
- Government Finance Officers Association of the United States & Canada (GFOA)
Certification
Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO) - Government Finance Officers Association of Texas
Community Service
Girl Scouts of Texas Oklahoma Plains, 2000-Present
- Troop Leader
- Gold Award Committee
- Service Unit Cookie Chair
Artisan Center Theater, 2012-Present
- General Board Member
- Volunteer
- Performer
Richland Area Band Boosters, 2023-Present
- Treasurer
References
Caryn Riggs
Assistant City Manager/Chief Financial Officer
Tel: 817.952.2173
Email: caryn.riggs@bedfordtx.gov
Timeline
Strategic Services Manager
City Of Bedford
10.2013 - Current
Budget Analyst
City Of Bedford
03.2012 - 10.2013
Assistant City Secretary/Records Manager
City Of Bedford
07.2010 - 03.2012
Master of Arts - Public Administration
University of North Texas
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Texas Tech University
Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO) - Government Finance Officers Association of Texas
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