Owen Smith
Pickford,MI
Summary
Detail-oriented Management Analyst recognized for driving operational excellence through data-driven insights and strategic project execution. Expertise in advanced analytical tools such as Power BI, Excel, SQL, Tableau, and Python, complemented by extensive experience in budget formulation, training initiatives, and procurement processes. Committed to fostering organizational growth and continuous improvement within a dynamic environment in the Nashville area.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Management Analyst (GS-7 / GS-9)
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Michigan
09.2023 - Current
- Leverage Power BI and Excel to develop dashboards tracking financial performance, schedule execution, and operational trends
- Create detailed reports and visualizations to monitor key performance indicators across multiple operational areas
- Lead the development and execution of operating and project budgets in strict compliance with Federal Fiscal Law
- Develop and maintain comprehensive budget tracking models for Operations, Maintenance, and other financial accounts
- Conduct thorough financial reconciliations and provide regulatory guidance to ensure fiscal accuracy
- Partner with program managers and stakeholders to forecast budget needs and implement cost-saving measures
- Streamline procurement process for industrial, mechanical, and operational items-from requisition to final delivery-ensuring efficiency and compliance
- Assist in project scheduling and coordinated organizational activities to align with mission priorities, deadlines, and timelines
Correctional Officer (E-9)
Michigan Department of Corrections
10.2018 - 09.2024
- Enforced facility policies with clear, consistent communication and strict adherence to procedures
- Compiled comprehensive daily reports and incident logs to support audits and maintain regulatory compliance
- Effectively managed high-stress and crisis situations to ensure the safety and security of both staff and inmates
- Served as a liaison between management, staff, and inmates, upholding operational standards in challenging environments
Assistant General Manager
Bob Evans Restaurant Management
11.2014 - 03.2018
- Managed product purchasing and conducted regular inventory counts to ensure optimal stock levels and cost control
- Oversaw inventory management systems, tracking product usage to reduce shrinkage and maximize efficiency
- Monitored daily sales performance and analyzed profit & loss and income statements to drive strategic decision-making
- Developed and managed budgets to ensure the effective execution of sales targets and rigorous cost control
- Implemented initiatives to manage food, labor, and direct operating expenses, tracking key financial metrics to drive profitability
- Conducted regular performance reviews to adjust operational strategies based on data-driven insights
- Supervised, trained, and onboarded staff; managed scheduling and personnel development programs to enhance team performance
Education
Associate of Business Studies - Accounting
Delta College
08.2024
Associate of Business Studies - Business Management
Delta College
08.2024
Skills
- Power BI Analytics Expertise
- Advanced Excel Formulas
- Tableau, SQL, DAX, Python, VBA
- Advanced Data Querying
- M code
- KPI Monitoring
- Advanced Knowledge of Federal Budgeting Laws
- GAAP
- Microsoft Suite
- SharePoint
- Primavera
- Corporate Financial Systems Expertise
- Data Warehouse Optimization
- Microsoft Visual Studio
- Process optimization
- KPI tracking
- Collaborative Problem Solving
- Strategic Leadership
References
- Mandy Cook, Former Employer (Bob Evans), (989) 390-0997
- Royce Williams, District Counterpart for the Army Corps of Engineers, (301) 806-6561
Timeline
Management Analyst (GS-7 / GS-9)
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
09.2023 - Current
Correctional Officer (E-9)
Michigan Department of Corrections
10.2018 - 09.2024
Assistant General Manager
Bob Evans Restaurant Management
11.2014 - 03.2018
Associate of Business Studies - Accounting
Delta College
Associate of Business Studies - Business Management
Delta College
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