Michael Eckstrom
Williamsburg,VA
Summary
Talented finance and procurement leader well-versed in financial principles and regulations. Motivated to keep company financial operations compliant, accurate and cost-effective. Ready to bring 28+ years of Military experience and take on challenging new role.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Asst. Comptroller
U.S. Coast Guard Training Center Yorktown
07.2020 - Current
- Reviewed contracts financially impacting company and counseled executive leaders on impact contracts would have on company operations.
- Managed the implementation of new accounting systems or modules to stay current with technological advancements.
- Supervised accurate, efficient, and compliant completion of monthly financial reporting packages.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Contract Specialist
U.S. Coast Guard - Sector New York
07.2017 - 07.2020
- Closely monitored and evaluated contract performance to determine regulatory compliance and necessary amendments.
- Managed 150 contracts valued at $20,000,000 and led $150,000 Construction/Maintenance projects successfully.
- Maintained digital and paper and contractual files, ensuring compliance with regulatory mandates and Government Procurement Law.
- Managed bidding process and award of purchases and delivery orders for Government contracts.
- Managed Team of 20 Procurement Professionals.
Mission Support Department Head
U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Munro
07.2015 - 07.2017
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations by implementing and enforcing policies and procedures within the department.
- Managed Finance and Procurement, Personnel Management, Medical and Food Service Divisions on board Coast Guard Ship.
- Served as a liaison between the department and other divisions within the company, facilitating strong working relationships that contributed to successful projects.
- Facilitated all Logistics for at sea patrols primarily in Dutch Harbor Alaska, including Fuel and Supply replenishments.
Project Manager
U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters
07.2010 - 07.2015
- Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.
- Managed implementation of Food Service accounting software to 360 Units across the Coast Guard.
- Collaborated closely with senior management to align project objectives with strategic company initiatives, ensuring that efforts contributed to overall financial accounting success.
- Served as subject matter expert by training and giving support over 500 employees on use of the financial system.
- Managed $2.5M annual budget for implementation and maintenance of project.
Education
No Degree - Interdisciplinary Studies
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA03.2025
Skills
- Team Oversight
- Financial Management
- Statement Reconciliation
- Procurement Management
- Accounting management
- Budget Development
Certification
- Contracting Officer, United States of America - 2015-2024
- Victim Advocate, State of Virginia, 2023- 2024
Timeline
Asst. Comptroller
U.S. Coast Guard Training Center Yorktown
07.2020 - Current
Contract Specialist
U.S. Coast Guard - Sector New York
07.2017 - 07.2020
Mission Support Department Head
U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Munro
07.2015 - 07.2017
Project Manager
U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters
07.2010 - 07.2015
No Degree - Interdisciplinary Studies
Liberty University
- Contracting Officer, United States of America - 2015-2024
- Victim Advocate, State of Virginia, 2023- 2024
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