Veronica B. Sample Washington

Objective

Target Job Title: Financial Management Analyst; Budget Analyst; Program Analyst
Department:  Department of Defense; Department of the Navy; Department of Homeland Security
Target Locations:  Norfolk, VA; Virginia Beach, VA; Portsmouth, VA; Suffolk, VA
 

Professional Profile

Achievement-oriented professional leveraging over ten years of experience, including multiple years of progressive leadership as a government contractor with the United States Department of the Navy. Offers high level of expertise in financial management analysis, including budget execution and accounting operation analysis within working appropriated fund organizations. Also presents exemplary work ethic and leadership initiative in leading and implementing new programs, policies, and procedures. Presents eligibility for greater leadership responsibility and upward mobility.

Excels in coordinating program operations and is highly skilled in interpreting financial policies and procedures. Demonstrates best-in-class performance in efficient financial processing, including expense reporting. Also highly proficient in presenting recommendations and strategic advice for business process improvement.

Strong critical thinking, problem solving, and time management skills with proven success handling multiple responsibilities.

Ensures financial program activities are within regulatory compliance, legality, propriety, and integrity of financial management practices.

Offers advanced knowledge of financial management systems and databases such as Standard Account Reporting Systems-Field Level (STARS-FL) and Command Financial Management System (CFMS). Highly proficient in appropriation Law interpretation, project establishment, and funds certification. Also presents corrective actions to eliminate budget inaccuracies and/or performance issues.

Served as subject matter expert of Defense Travel System (DTS) for the Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC). Implemented DTS and educated thousands of soldiers on fully integrated, automated, end-to-end travel management system enabling Department of Defense (DoD) travelers to create authorizations, prepare reservations, receive approvals, generate travel vouchers, and receive split reimbursement between bank accounts and Government Travel Charge Card (GTCC) vendor. Also designs, develops, and delivers training curriculum to personnel on various account and management information systems, budget policy, DTS program, and management regulations.

 

Employment History

STL Office Solutions, Inc.
Regional Comptroller Office
Commander, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic (CNRMA)
Title: Program Manager V
Location: Norfolk, VA
Dates of Employment: 2014-Present
Hours per week: 40

Core areas of responsibility include implementing process improvements to financial mission performance by assessing, analyzing, and compiling financial data from operational studies and system reviews. Troubleshoots areas for non-compliance to new policies, procedures, and regulations. Operates and maintains high-level accounting systems while also preparing, assessing, and presenting accounting data. Utilizes STARS-FL and CFMS to reconcile funding documents. Demonstrates expert knowledge of rules and regulations of the DoD’s Financial Management Regulations.

Highlighted achievements include:

Ø      I have excelled in the duties assigned to me with little to no supervision.

Ø      I have taken leadership initiative to independently complete more than 68% of document number verification, reconciliation, and review of Transaction Validation Review (TVR) program to ensure money was allocated appropriately and accurately. Also cleared suspense transactions and researched unliquidated documents.

Ø      I have provided mission-critical guidance and advice on automating administrative support and/or program operations to boost productivity, efficiency, and workforce optimization.

Ø      I completed the required training modules.  Gained and maintained access to the necessary resources such as STARS-FL including QMF Reports, CHOOSE and EDA which allowed me to complete the daily reconciliation between STARS-FL and CFMS. 

Ø      In understanding the overall accounting functions I have been able to analyze the root cause of the discrepancies of the EMA Recon and the suspense reports (TEXV, UMD, and IDA 128/129)  

Ø      In correcting the discrepancies I utilized the Field Level Journal Voucher (FLJV) as backup documentation in order to be in compliance with regulations and with the Financial Improvement Audit Readiness (FIAR).

Ø      I have been instrumental in processing and taking immediate corrective actions for ‘M’ Status documents and in keeping the credit card accounts from being deactivated, thereby decreasing or eliminating interest fees/charges.  I also have been instrumental in getting Credit Card transactions processed in a timely manner.

Ø      I received rave reviews during the FY16 mid-review evaluations.  I was praised for going above required scope of work to achieve initiatives of higher grades. 

Ø      Completed prior year reconciliation of Child Development and Galley programs called Net Zero during the vacancy of the team lead.

Ø      Completes FY16’s 1^st and 2^nd quarter reconciliation of the Net Zero programs.

Ø      Increases effectiveness and efficiency of resolving operational problems, producing system output, and evaluating reports.

Ø      Designs, develops, and delivers training curriculum/Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to personnel on various account and management information systems.

Ø      Employs astute knowledge of CFMS to execute financial analysis and evaluations including posting, reconciling, and issuing quarterly funds for Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC).

Ø      Proves vital to support CNIC’s mission to support the fleet, fighter, and family.

 

ACCEL Corporation
Regional Comptroller Office
Commander, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic (CNRMA)

Department:  Controls
Title: Financial Analyst/Budget Technician
Location: Norfolk, VA
Dates of Employment: 2014
Hours per week: 40

 

Core areas of responsibility include implementing process improvements to financial mission performance by assessing, analyzing, and compiling financial data from operational studies and system reviews. Troubleshoots areas for non-compliance to new policies, procedures, and regulations. Operates and maintains high-level accounting systems while also preparing, assessing, and presenting accounting data. Demonstrates expert knowledge of rules and regulations of the DoD’s Financial Management Regulations.

 

Highlighted achievements include:

Ø      I have excelled in the duties assigned to me with little to no supervision.

Ø      Achieves issue resolution for checkbook balances and composite balance report. Also reconciles checkbooks under Funds Distribution module in CFMS.

Ø      Also uses the Funds Grant module in CFMS to post and reconcile Schedule of Operating Authority (SOA) cash and/or controls to the appropriation and Special Interest Codes level.

Ø      Reconciles and posts SOA cash and controls to accurate appropriation and program level.

Ø      Improves method of issuing, un-issuing, and realigning cash and control funds received quarterly from CNIC headquarters by authoring decision sheets.

Ø      Assists Program Budget Analysts in meeting requests of Program Directors by creating, updating, and managing cash spend and phasing plans. Also matches spend plans to composite balance sheet report.

Ø      Demonstrates superior knowledge and expertise in utilizing Resource Allocation Management System (RAM) for processing pending transfers, realignments, unfunded issues, status reports, receiving funds process, and archiving initiatives.

Ø      Integral to consolidating processes of Mid-Atlantic and Midwest regions during Fiscal Year 2014.

 

ASG Solutions
Administrative Office
Center for Information Dominance / US Navy and Marine Corps Intelligence Training Center
Title: Administrative Office, Command Pass Coordinator, and Command Leave Administrator
Location: Virginia Beach, VA
Dates of Employment: 2013-2014
Hours per week: 40

Core areas of responsibility include exercising exemplary work ethic in performing two job functions simultaneously including Command Pass Coordinator and Command Leave Administrator. Provided mission-critical pay/personnel administrative support and conducted administrative initiatives for Center for Information Dominance Learning Site Norfolk.

Highlighted achievements include:

Ø      Served as key liaison between Personnel Support Detachment and 500+ staff members through the cutting-edge Transaction Online Processing System or TOPS.

Ø      Provided strategic recommendations to director on improving efficacy of administrative policies, procedures, and regulations of command. Gave authoritative reports on effectiveness of services.

Ø      Assumed responsibility and leadership over all correspondence agendas and maintenance of central files.

Ø      Was entrusted with all classified information.

Ø      Processed, reviewed, and ensured accuracy of staff awards by utilizing the Navy Standard Integrated Personnel System or NSIPS. Also meticulously updated sailors’ Electronic Service Records.

Ø      Oversaw complex calendar administration and management for director. Also prepared for meetings by designing and developing dynamic PowerPoint presentations.

Ø      Assisted in coordinating special events involving hundreds of participants including award ceremonies, retirement, re-enlistments, and diversity/cultural awareness celebrations. Conducted behind-the-scenes preparation to ensure seamless and successful event production.

 

STL Office Solutions
Comptroller Office
Commander, Navy Reserve Force (CNRFC)
Title: Financial Analyst
Location: Norfolk, VA
Dates of Employment: 2012
Hours per week: 40

Core areas of responsibility included serving as the DTS subject matter expert. Assessed and analyzed reconciliation of Centrally Billed Account (CBA) invoices as well as expenditures for Reserve Personnel’s Navy department, located in the office of the comptroller. Also, analyzed CBA travel transactions for accuracy, verification and certification.

Highlighted achievements include:

Ø      Eliminated errors and improved communication by acting as key business unit liaison between Travel Assistance Center, DTS Program Management Office (PMO) and Defense Travel Management Office. Also improved report generation and data collection agenda by utilizing Navy Reserve Order Writing System, STARS-FL, and DTS.

Ø      Boosted effectiveness of project manager and supervisors of N33 and N8 departments by conducting research and analysis of programs with interrelated functions. Prepared narrative and statistical information for high-level presentations and briefings.

 

CACI Inc.
CACI Help Desk Office
Title: Functional Analyst
Location: Chesapeake, VA
Dates of Employment: 2011-2012
Hours per week: 40

Core areas of responsibility included providing ongoing coaching of DoD travelers and DTS Administrators from various branches of the military in accurately utilizing the DTS. Corrected and eliminated errors in accounting transactions for travelers.

 

Highlighted achievements include:

Ø      Demonstrated versatility, expediency, accuracy, and best-in-class customer service while assisting various branches of the US military.

Ø      Implemented and educated callers on fully integrated, automated, end-to-end travel management system enabling DoD travelers to create authorizations, prepare reservations, receive approvals, generate travel vouchers, and receive split reimbursement between bank accounts and GTCC vendor. Documented and resolved travel issues related to DTS.

Ø      Provided instructions, guidance, and management of GTCC program. Dispersed information on travel policies and procedures.

 

CACI Inc.
Travel Office
Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC)
Title: Defense Travel Administrator
Location: Virginia Beach, VA
Dates of Employment: 2009-2011
Hours per week: 40

Core areas of responsibility included facilitating and overseeing DTS program for NECC onboard Joint Expeditionary Base/Little Creek. Conducted data mining, research, and development of reports on travel expenses for command metrics. Managed Individually Billed Accounts (IBA) and monitored Debt Management Module (DMM). Reviewed and ensured alliance to regulatory and policy guidelines according to Joint Federal Travel Regulations and Joint Travel Regulations.

 

Highlighted achievements include:

Ø      Ensured compliance with command and federal travel policies, regulations, and procedures by auditing employee expense reports.

Ø      Accomplished cost savings by researching and implementing most efficient mode of transportation to fulfill mission obligations for the Continental United States, Outside the Continental United States, and local temporary duty travel agendas.

Ø      Exercised excellence and top-tier performance as DTS trainer for NECC travelers and authorizing officials. Developed and presented designated curriculum in both one-on-one and classroom settings.

Ø      Oversaw user profiles and maintained accurate system access and permissions which were assigned with DTA maintenance tool.

 

Transtecs Corporation
Military Sealift Fleet Support Command (MSFSC)
Title: Administrative Specialist, National Security Personnel System (NSPS) Management Assistant, Lead/Supervisor, and Administrative Assistant
Location: Norfolk, VA
Dates of Employment: 2006-2009
Hours per week: 40

Core areas of responsibility included proving vital to implementing NSPS program across department. Supervised, trained, mentored, and coached 11 employees. Ensured career development and succession while reviewing performance and maintaining adherence to quality control requirements.

Highlighted achievements include:

Ø      Achieved series of three promotions starting with Administrative Assistant to NSPS Management Assistant to Administrative Supervisor in three years.

Ø      Acted as quality control lead for statement of work reports and procedures.

Ø      Proofread for accuracy and elimination of errors, edited, and contributed to authoring, publishing, and distributing Navy Directives and Correspondences.

Ø      Maintained best-in-class performance department-wide by updating standard operating procedures.

Ø      Provided mission-critical administrative assistance to Military Sealift Command’s Class Managers.

 

Previous Experience:

Help Desk Support Technician - Remedy Staffing/ Dendrite International – 2005-2006

Customer Service Specialist ▪ Towers Perrin/EDS - 2000-2005

 

Education & Professional Certifications

Informational Awareness Training, 2015

Information Assurance Certificate, 2015
Centrally Billed Account Training Certificate, 2012
Training for Accountable Officials and Certifying Officers Certificate, 2012
Travel Card Program Training Certification, 2009

 

Technical Areas of Expertise

Microsoft Office ▪ Command Financial Management System ▪ Standard Account Reporting Systems-Field Level ▪ Resource Allocation Management System ▪ Navy Standard Integrated Personnel System ▪ Electronic Service Record ▪ Defense Travel System ▪ Human Resources Management System

 

 

References

 

Monica Silva

Controls Team Supervisor (CNRMA)

757-439-2907

Cindy Watts

Lead Defense Travel Administrator (MSFSC)

cynthia.watts@navy.mil

757-443-2156

Steve Brown

Human Capital Program Specialist

steven.r.brown5@navy.mil

757-203-3107

Shannon Harbin

RPN Supervisory Financial Management Analyst (CNRFC)

Shannon.harbin@navy.mil

757-322-5698

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