Vanessa Kalua Flowers
Newport News,VA
Summary
Experienced and dynamic financial and logistics professional with 30+ years of progressive experience in the military and defense sectors. Proven expertise in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial performance management. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills with a reputation for excellence in project execution and stakeholder collaboration.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Analyst
Anglicotech LLC
Arlington, VA, USA
02.2025 - Current
- Lead FP&A activities including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis for NWCF accounts
- Develop financial models and support monthly/quarterly financial reviews
- Analyze financial performance trends and recommend cost-saving strategies
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and ICOFR standards
- Collaborate cross-functionally to maintain audit readiness
Financial Analyst III & II
TQI Solutions Inc.
Chesapeake, VA, USA
09.2022 - 01.2024
- Conducted variance analysis and forecasting to support budget performance
- Prepared execution, burn rate, and financial performance reports
- Supported financial planning cycles and budget execution
Production Controller II, Lead
Eagle Harbor, LLC
Newport News, VA, USA
05.2021 - 07.2022
- Oversaw funding and cost analysis for 40+ ships
- Improved budgeting accuracy and cost efficiency
Logistics Analyst
ITA International
Newport News, VA, USA
06.2019 - 05.2021
- Supported cost and logistics analysis to improve operational efficiency
Accountant & Logistics Support
Huntington Ingalls
Newport News, VA, USA
01.2016 - 12.2019
- Performed GL reconciliations and financial reporting using SAP
- Supported budgeting and inventory management
Logistician
United States Navy
USA
07.1991 - 07.2011
- Managed budgets, procurement, and financial operations
- Led teams and ensured financial compliance
Education
Master of Business Administration - Project Management
Strayer University
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting
Strayer University
Associate of Applied Science - undefined
ECPI University
Skills
- Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
- Budgeting
- Forecasting
- Variance Analysis
- Financial Analysis
- Reporting
- Working Capital Fund Management
- Audit Readiness
- Internal Controls
- Logistics & Supply Chain Management
- ERP: SAP
- Navy ERP
- GFEBS
- STARS
- Process Improvement
- Team Leadership
- Mentorship
- DoD Financial Compliance
Timeline
Financial Analyst
Anglicotech LLC
02.2025 - Current
Financial Analyst III & II
TQI Solutions Inc.
09.2022 - 01.2024
Production Controller II, Lead
Eagle Harbor, LLC
05.2021 - 07.2022
Logistics Analyst
ITA International
06.2019 - 05.2021
Accountant & Logistics Support
Huntington Ingalls
01.2016 - 12.2019
Logistician
United States Navy
07.1991 - 07.2011
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting
Strayer University
Associate of Applied Science - undefined
ECPI University
Master of Business Administration - Project Management
Strayer University