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Menova N. Hodge
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Menova N. Hodge

Senior Budget Analyst
San Antonio,TX

Summary

Strategic Senior Budget Analyst with 10+ years of experience managing multi-million-dollar budgets, analyzing large financial datasets, and delivering actionable insights to leadership.

Advanced in Excel and ERP systems, with a strong track record of improving financial accuracy, identifying trends, and translating complex data into clear financial narratives that support decision-making.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Budget Analyst

Department of the Army
San Antonio, TX
09.2024 - 09.2025

Managed execution of multi-million-dollar budgets, ensuring compliance and alignment with organizational priorities
Analyzed large datasets using Excel and SAP (GFEBS) to identify trends, discrepancies, and funding gaps
Translated complex financial data into actionable insights for leadership decision-making
Improved reporting accuracy and streamlined reconciliation processes
Identified root causes of financial variances and implemented corrective actions
Presented financial insights to leadership to support resource allocation decisions

Budget Analyst

Department of the Army
San Antonio, TX
07.2023 - 09.2024

Developed and managed financial plans and forecasts supporting organizational objectives
Conducted variance analysis to identify trends and recommend budget adjustments
Strengthened reporting consistency and improved data integrity
Supported audit readiness and compliance efforts

Lead Budget Analyst

Department Of The Air Force
San Antonio, TX
03.2023 - 07.2023

Oversaw financial execution of portfolios exceeding $140M, ensuring effective allocation of resources
Provided leadership with insights on financial performance, risks, and funding strategies
Led and reviewed work of junior analysts to ensure accuracy and quality of reporting

Budget Analyst

Department of the Army
Fort Campbell, KY
03.2022 - 03.2023

Managed program budgets totaling over $6M, including forecasting and fund realignment
Conducted cost-benefit analysis to support strategic funding decisions
Improved audit readiness through reconciliation and compliance efforts

Budget Analyst

Department of the Army
Fort Campbell, KY
12.2020 - 12.2022

Controlled and monitored budget execution while ensuring compliance with financial regulations
Delivered financial briefings to leadership, improving visibility and decision-making
Strengthened financial tracking and reporting processes

Earlier Career Progress – Budget & Financial Ops

Department of the Army & DFAS
04.2012 - 12.2020

Progressively advanced through financial roles supporting payroll, budget execution, and reconciliation
Processed high-volume financial transactions and resolved discrepancies across multiple systems
Supported financial reporting, fund allocation, and compliance efforts
Trained personnel and supported operational financial management functions

Education

MBA - Business Administration

Ashford University
San Diego, CA
2013

Bachelor of Arts - Entrepreneurship

Ashford University
San Diego, CA

Skills

  • Budget Execution
  • Forecasting
  • Variance Analysis
  • Financial Reporting
  • Data Analysis
  • Cost Optimization
  • Audit & Compliance
  • Advanced Excel
  • SAP (GFEBS)
  • DEAMS
  • CRIS

Certification

DoD Financial Management Certification Level II
DoD Financial Management Certification Level I

Quote

The best way out is always through.
Robert Frost