Neva Hammond
Smyrna,DE
Summary
Accomplished Management Analyst with a proven track record at the State of Delaware, adept in fiscal policy formulation and leading teams to exceed financial goals. Expert in financial forecasting and grant management, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills to enhance stakeholder relations. Achieved significant improvements in financial stewardship and operational efficiency through strategic planning and rigorous compliance monitoring.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Management Analyst
State of Delaware
09.2020 - Current
- Ensured compliance with agency budgetary constraints, grant agreements, contracts, and federal/state regulations, safeguarding financial integrity and resource allocation.
- Led and mentored a team of 2+ full-time staff, overseeing performance management, task delegation, and talent development while recommending staffing decisions (hiring).
- Utilized advanced financial analysis to resolve complex fiscal issues, providing strategic recommendations to leadership and escalating matters only when necessary.
- Directed workflow optimization and ensured timely achievement of financial goals, performance metrics, and budget deadlines.
- Conducted in-depth review of financial records, reports, and statements, ensuring accurate fund utilization, and completing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial health assessments.
- Collaborated with program and project managers to develop, review, and submit grant proposals, ensuring compliance and accuracy of funding requests.
- Acted as primary liaison with leadership, fiscal staff, vendors to resolve accounting discrepancies and drive operational efficiency.
- Administered the financial operations of the department, including the design, implementation, and evaluation of fiscal policies and procedures, with final approval of all financial documentation.
- Coordinated preparation of comprehensive budgets for state, federal, and appropriated special funds, performing regular adjustments to reflect changes in expenditure estimates, and programmatic needs.
- Established and enforced fiscal policies while setting both long-term and short-term objectives to optimize financial stewardship and regulatory compliance.
- Developed and implemented financial performance evaluation frameworks to monitor budget adherence, grant compliance, and cost-effectiveness.
- Delivered expert financial analysis to state officials and agency leadership, advising on the fiscal impact of policy decisions, and offering strategic recommendations to enhance the agency's financial position.
- Oversaw grant compliance, ensuring timely and accurate reporting of expenditures, and managing high-value grants and contracts in alignment with regulatory guidelines.
- Spearheaded the development of strategic fiscal plans, aligning department resources with financial goals to enhance operational efficiency and regulatory adherence.
Accountant
State of Delaware
03.2017 - 09.2020
- Performed accounting duties including researching discrepancies Reviewed financial transactions and reports and ensured compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Assisted with several First State Financial (FSF) functions, including review and reconciliation of PCard transactions, travel and accounts payable, chargebacks, bank deposits, and disbursements to guarantee adherence to FSF requirements
- Help maintain database for business permits
- Maintained detailed administrative and procedural processes that reduced redundancy, improved accuracy, and efficiency to achieve organizational objectives
- Recorded fiscal or financial transactions to various financial information systems
- Recorded internal and external audits with the required documentation, computations, codes, signatures, and rules/regulations.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
- Detected and corrected mistakes early on and implemented systems to avoid recurring issues.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
Teller Manager
Citizens Bank
09.2006 - 03.2017
- Forecasted goals and objectives for the company and strived to exceed them
- Hire, train, mentor, and monitor the performance of all workforce members while maintaining the execution of procedures with legal and regulatory adherence
- Performed random bank audits, ensuring there were no security issues, balanced bank vaults, and teller drawers daily
- Trained employees on banking processes, policies, and improved sales techniques toward achieving their sales goals
- Counseled clients with the selection of financial products to meet their financial planning and banking needs
- Effectively participated in the budget preparation for the entity, extending strong accounting and finance acumen.
- Resolved escalated issues with customer transactions to facilitate improved process flow and encourage good customer relations.
- Streamlined daily operations by developing and implementing efficient scheduling, task delegation, and performance tracking systems.
- Facilitated smooth transitions during periods of change by effectively communicating new processes and expectations to team members.
Education
Information Technology
Phillips Junior College
LouisianaSkills
- Proficient in fiscal policy formulation, budget management, and financial forecasting
- Expertise in managing grants and contracts, including compliance monitoring and reporting
- In-depth knowledge of government budgeting processes, state and federal fund management
- Skilled in financial analysis, cost-benefit assessments, and financial forecasting
- Advanced proficiency in grant proposal preparation, review, and submission processes
- Strong understanding of financial auditing, internal controls, and regulatory compliance
- Ability to lead teams in high-pressure environments, driving results while ensuring financial accuracy
- Expertise in performance metrics development and evaluation to ensure fiscal accountability
- Excellent interpersonal skills for managing relationships with external partners, vendors, and regulatory bodies
Timeline
Management Analyst
State of Delaware
09.2020 - Current
Accountant
State of Delaware
03.2017 - 09.2020
Teller Manager
Citizens Bank
09.2006 - 03.2017
Information Technology
Phillips Junior College
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