Experienced Financial Management Analyst with 10 years of success in overseeing financial activities for the federal government and its customers. Expert in Accounting with reputation for excellence in operational efficiency and integrity. Developed business relationships to improve communication between departments.
Military Background brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Financial Management Analyst
Department of the Navy
03.2015 - Current
Current Command: Naval Special Warfare Group 8
Previous Commands: NAVFAC Hawaii, NCTAMSPAC
Utilizes various financial management systems, such as CFMS, SABRS, and DAI, to reconcile and process transactions.
Recorded, interpreted and communicated financial data and plans using MS Excel, MS Access and other document applications.
Also uses peripheral systems such as Rsupply, Syncada, Webvlips, EBS, PIEE (WAWF), DCBS, to research transactions and clear unmatched disbursements, unliquidated obligations, CIF errors, and to validate transactions for the Dormant Accounts Reports Quarterly.
Analyzes the interrelationships between appropriations and the various GL accounts and subsidiary accounts maintained in order to determine the need for and the type of adjustment necessary to reconcile and balance accounts.
Communicates technical accounting policy statements to non-financial personnel in order for them to comprehend the impact of such policies.
Provides detailed explanations of and propose corrections for abnormal account and report balances.
Manages financial systems and official accounting system financial reconciliation for echelon 3 staff and component commands, when required.
Voucher Examiner
Department of Veteran Affairs
07.2012 - 03.2015
Examines a variety of routine and complex claims for payment.
Examines vouchers, invoices, claims and other requests or payment for good and services.
Analyzes each voucher or invoice to determine propriety of payment.
Determines the proper amount due and processed the necessary payment transactions.
Examines accounts or resolve difficult reconciliations requiring an analysis of adjustments corrective entries in the account.
Processes voucher payments using an automated system.
Certifies vouchers for payment.
Reviews documents authorizing payment of benefits.
Interprets rules, regulations, and laws as to how they apply to a claim.
Resolves discrepancies according to established procedures.
Work in a joint venture with Department of Defense, processing DOD claims for NON VA Care.
Ensures proper processing and retention of monetary and workload data on a daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, biannual and annual basis consistent with each Fiscal Year and/or Calendar Year.
Maintains spreadsheets and other reporting criteria of a fiscal nature.
Perform Account Payable duties, such as paying claims through a software called VISTA.
Routinely uses VA softwares, such as VISTA, Janus, CPRS, FBCS, and the Enhanced Document and Referral(EDR) to perform various tasks.
Qualified typist at 45 wpm.
Tax Preparation Consultant
Liberty Tax Service
02.2007 - 07.2012
Completed and filed returns with tax departments at local, state, and federal levels.
Reviewed clients tax filing papers thoroughly to determine eligibility for additional tax credits or deductions.
Offered clients recommendations to reduce tax liabilities.
Prepared tax returns, extensions, tax planning calculations, and write-ups for organizations and entities.
Researched complex tax issues utilizing online resources and professional tax software.
Served as a Tax Class Instructor. Covered basic tax preparation and techniques.
Security Officer /General Engineer
Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui
10.2003 - 01.2007
Security Officer:
Screened individuals and prevented passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas.
Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
Conduct lock interrogations and assist Engineering Department with lock repairs
Ensure adherence to Lost & Found procedures including accepting items with proper documentation, assisting colleagues & guests with inquiries, maintaining accurate logs and following retention guidelines.
Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of resort grounds.
Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
General Engineer/Painter:
Led engineering team to successfully complete renovation projects on time and within budget.
Perform basic repair/fix on suites as assigned.
Inspect suites and perform daily, weekly, and monthly painting maintenance.
Conduct Hot Mud patching for suites that needs to be ready for occupancy.