Alexandria Strawder
Leavenworth,United States
Summary
Experienced Program Manager skilled in managing functional operations and projects related to acquisition management. Advanced understanding of organizational strategies, financial management, procurement and contracting. Thorough understanding of procurement and acquisition regulations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Manager (Budget Analyst)
US Army
12.2018 - Current
- Manage and supervise administrative and daily program operations, complying with policies and regulations.
- Identify program obstacles and communicated possible impacts to team.
- Generate annual budget forecasting for 49 activities, totaling $1.3 billion in contracts annually.
- Coach team members on productivity strategies, policy updates and performance improvement plans to accomplish challenging goals.
- Interact with customers and clients to identify business needs and requirements.
- Resolve problems and provide solutions to customers by communicating requirements to subordinates.
- Develop and maintain logistics workflows, procedures and reports.
- Assess performance and scheduled cost control while maintaining contractual and internal performance requirements.
- Meet with project stakeholders on regular basis to assess progress and make adjustments.
- Implement and lead meetings, opening up dialog with area managers to discuss acquisition strategies.
- Monitor and report budgetary discrepancies to senior management to maximize reporting efficiency and finalize spending plans.
- Reviews estimates for compliance with rules, regulations, and procedures prescribed by higher echelons within Department of Defense. Recommend revisions when necessary.
- Responsible for researching, evaluating, developing and analyzing policy and regulations to create action plans, procedures and guidance to streamline acquisition processes.
Civilian Payroll Representative
US Army
10.2016 - 12.2018
- Maintained employee privacy and protected payroll operations by keeping all information confidential.
- Resolved payroll discrepancies quickly and successfully.
- Adjusted employee tax status along with information regarding withholding.
- Developed reports by compiling summaries for earnings, taxes, deductions, nontaxable wages, disability and leave.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Researched regulations, guidelines and methods of payroll and leave for Exempt and Non-Exempt FLSA employees.
- Processed manual checks for employees in accordance with company policies.
- Developed and implemented payroll procedures to streamline workflow.
- Conducted monthly audits of time and attendance, certifier access, and timekeeper access.
- Analyzed overtime pay and worked with organizations to ensure compliance of regulations.
- Briefed and trained new employees and supervisors on payroll regulations, policies, and standard procedures.
Budget Technician
US Army
08.2015 - 10.2016
- Identified and monitored budget expenses for accuracy and signs of fraud.
- Created and updated expenditure reports in General Fund Enterprise Business(GFEBS)
- Monitored contracts and analyzed expenses to facilitate financial objectives for 49 activities, across 7 locations.
- Identified and implemented process changes resulting in improved performance and accuracy.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently
- Created and updated expenditure reports in Microsoft Access and SAP-GFEBS
- Checked key performance indicator reports for accuracy and completeness
- Evaluated procurement needs and projected expenditures
- Developed, analyzed and modified budgets to allocate current resources and estimate future financial requirements
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Upper Iowa University
Fayette, IA05.2016
Skills
- Funds Distribution
- Preparing Budgets
- ERP Understanding
- Status Reports
- Forecasting
- Accounting Assistance
- Records Management Procedures
- Variance Reporting
- Set Organizational Policies
Timeline
Program Manager (Budget Analyst)
US Army
12.2018 - Current
Civilian Payroll Representative
US Army
10.2016 - 12.2018
Budget Technician
US Army
08.2015 - 10.2016
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Upper Iowa University