Sherry Fluke
Harrisburg,Pennsylvania
Summary
Seasoned Senior Financial Manager known for unparalleled productivity and efficiency in managing financial operations. Specialize in strategic financial planning, risk management, and budget analysis to optimize resources and support business goals. Skilled in leveraging leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities to navigate complex financial landscapes, ensuring smooth collaboration across departments and successful project execution.
Overview
47
47
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Financial Manager
Johns Hopkins University & Medicine
Baltimore, MD
07.2013 - Current
- Lead financial operations and related services of the offices of Government, Community & Economic Partnerships (GCE).
- Provide departmental financial oversight and funds management including budget development, expense projections and cost control.
- Analyze, extract, and define financial data and relevant information, and present results to various audiences with varying level of financial experience and knowledge (e.g. trending, variance analysis, risk analysis).
- Monitor monthly financial statements and projections to oversee the financial operations of GCE. Provide spending analyses and produce spending trend reports to develop solutions for handling budget deficits, recommend adjustments to internal policies and find opportunities for increased efficiency.
- Assist the unit Directors in translating business plans into financial and administrative plans for their individual units. Monitor plans and changes to assess fiscal implications throughout the year and review/update accordingly.
- Evaluate existing policies, procedures and systems to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Manage all phases of the Johns Hopkins University and Medicine Economic Impact Reporting including gathering and verifying information from a team of over 100 internal and external constituents; developing the RFP and managing the contract for economic impact modeling consultant(s); working with a graphic designer on production and collateral materials; and performing ad hoc analysis as needed.
- Lead the financial data gathering and analysis of the annual Community Benefit report for The Johns Hopkins Hospital including serving as a resource for all JHHS hospitals for regulatory requirements and qualification of inclusions; and researching national best practices, innovations and trends.
- Serve as a primary team leader for the triennial Community Health Needs Assessment for JHH and JHBMC which includes working with all Baltimore City hospital Community Health Improvement teams to develop and deploy a survey tool to Baltimore City residents; producing interim reports with secondary and primary data project results; identifying primary health and social determinant needs; and developing the published report (organizing data, producing charts, graphs and graphics).
- Ensure compliance of lobbying reporting and the state and local levels ensuring accuracy of data and methodology and adherence to policy guidelines. Stay updated on regulatory changes and/or publications referencing nonprofit lobbying practices nationwide.
- Serve as liaison with the JHU and JHHS tax offices re: IRS 990 Schedule C preparation and charitable contribution guidelines.
- Supervise the work of financial/administrative staff currently completing financial processing and data reporting.
- Provide guidance regarding interpretation of applicable contract and grant terms and conditions, as well as other administrative rules, cost principles, vendor policies and regulations under JHU and JHHS policies.
- Shepherd contracts for outside consultants and services through the appropriate channels for approval and act as liaison with the vendors for payment processing.
- Monitor and approve purchasing card (P-card) activity for department and comply with audit report requirements.
Controller
The Wireless Authority
Harrisburg, PA , PA
04.2000 - 06.2013
- Responsible for all accounting functions using QuickBooks including A/R, A/P, cash management, accruals, reconciliations, purchasing, invoicing, taxes, and inventory control.
- Developed pay-for-performance commission plans and managed monthly payments and exception reporting.
- Developed marketing plan including promotions and coordinated media support.
- Developed e-mail marketing program to inform current customers and generate new business.
- Responsible for all human resources and payroll functions, taxes, benefits plan selection and administration.
Director of Finance & IT
AT&T Wireless
Harrisburg, PA
04.1999 - 04.2000
- Transition Team/Analyst for conversion of regional customer base from proprietary billing system to Convergys after Vanguard Cellular was purchased by AT&T Wireless, including rate plan and feature mapping, testing, troubleshooting, and modeling.
Director of Finance & IT
Vanguard Cellular Systems
Harrisburg, PA
11.1988 - 04.1999
- Responsible for financial planning and analysis of the Central PA Region, including capital budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
- Responsible for facilities, leasing operations and maintenance of all sales and service locations within the region.
- Responsible for oversight of IT planning and support for 400+ users including 24X7 customer service call center and IT help desk operations.
- Project Manager for the design/build of 82,000 S.F. Regional Technology Center, coordinating all facets of the build and upfit.
- Liaison with corporate legal and accounting departments to coordinate leases, buildouts, budgets and reporting requirements.
- Managed a staff of 12 finance and IT professionals.
Accounting Manager
Syntonic Technology, Inc.
Harrisburg, PA
12.1985 - 11.1988
- Project Manager for conversion of accounting system from IBM System 3 to System 36.
- Prepared monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
- Analyzed financial data, identified trends, and developed strategies to improve profitability.
- Created budget templates and coordinated input for 50+ cost/profit centers.
- Performed discounted cash flow analysis on major purchases and leased vehicle analysis.
- Prepared monthly management reports for Executive Committee presentation.
- Supervised staff of 3 administrative & 2 clerical personnel.
Assistant Contract Administrator
Syntonic Technology, Inc.
Harrisburg, PA
02.1981 - 01.1986
- Instrumental in the design, programming and maintenance of a computerized management system to track customer service history and company productivity.
- Drafted and prepared contractual documents such as NDAs, service agreements, and purchase orders.
- Reviewed and processed customer invoices, ensuring accuracy of data entered into billing system.
- Performed job costing and account analysis.
Accounts Payable Supervisor
Display Data Corporation
Hunt Valley, MD
08.1978 - 08.1980
- Processed payments to vendors and promptly responded to payment inquiries.
- Supervised staff of 2 clerical.
- Promoted from Accounts Payable Clerk.
Payroll/Personnel Clerk
Bannings Beltway Dodge
New Carrolton, MD
03.1977 - 06.1978
- Calculated sales commissions and performed all payroll functions for three dealerships.
- Processed employee salary and benefit changes in accordance with company policies.
Education
MBA - Business Administration, Management & Finance
Pennsylvania State University
Middletown, PA01-1990
BBA - Computer Applications Option
Pennsylvania State University
Middletown, PA01-1983
Skills
- Corporate Finance & Financial Management
- Quantitative & Qualitative Analysis
- Financial Modeling & Forecasting
- Budget Planning
- Variance Analysis
- Expense Control
- Risk Assessment
- Attention to Detail
Timeline
Sr. Financial Manager
Johns Hopkins University & Medicine
07.2013 - Current
Controller
The Wireless Authority
04.2000 - 06.2013
Director of Finance & IT
AT&T Wireless
04.1999 - 04.2000
Director of Finance & IT
Vanguard Cellular Systems
11.1988 - 04.1999
Accounting Manager
Syntonic Technology, Inc.
12.1985 - 11.1988
Assistant Contract Administrator
Syntonic Technology, Inc.
02.1981 - 01.1986
Accounts Payable Supervisor
Display Data Corporation
08.1978 - 08.1980
Payroll/Personnel Clerk
Bannings Beltway Dodge
03.1977 - 06.1978
MBA - Business Administration, Management & Finance
Pennsylvania State University
BBA - Computer Applications Option
Pennsylvania State University
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