Results-driven leader possessing 10+ years of professional experience in project management, financial analysis and business process improvement.

         Recognized for the ability to steer all phases of complex projects to an on-time, within budget completion.

         Seasoned in streamlining process improvement initiatives to significantly increase efficiency throughout daily operations.

         Formerly held a Secret Clearance (debriefed 2017) and a Top Secret/SCI Clearance (debriefed 2007).

         Leveraged strong knowledge of Lean principles to reduce time spent to close by 30%; succeeded in providing EBITDA guidance to management on day one for 3-consecutive months (Kapstone).

         Successfully utilized strong project management skills to rehabilitate projects in red status; redesigned project timelines and optimized use of available resources to create profitability throughout programs (BAE SYSTEMS).

         Managed $100M production contract; used top-notch organizational abilities to coordinate all facets, including sales, orders and shipments (BAE SYSTEMS).

         Strategically supported negotiations, audits and due-diligence processes for 20+ proposals annually by developing direct labor estimates and certifying basis of estimates (BAE SYSTEMS).

         Recipient of 2014 Bronze Chairman s Award for significant enhancements to customer performance (BAE SYSTEMS).

         Tactically oversaw three major delivery orders for the Enforcement, Security and Intelligence Divisions valuing $60M (Computer Science Corporation).

Kapstone Paper Corporation, North Charleston, SC 2017-Present

Senior Financial Analyst III

         Fulfill critical leadership position responsible for maintaining quality control throughout all financial operations; successfully manage multimillion-dollar accounts and projects.

         Leverage expert level knowledge of financial processes to perform in-depth analysis of forecast revenue / risks; relay pertinent data to appropriate parties and make knowledge-based recommendations to significantly increase efficiency.

         Complete various financial tasks, including month end reporting, general ledger management and budgeting, with utmost precision.

         Develop innovative strategies to improve efficiency throughout month-end close processes.

BAE SYSTEMS, Summerville, SC 2007-2017

Project Manager (2015-2017)

         Utilized top-notch project management abilities to steer complex IT projects to an on-time, within budget completion.

         Strategically identified needs of high-profile clients, including the US Army, and designed innovative solutions to ensure fulfillment.

         Exemplified strong organizational abilities while ensuring strict adherence to project timelines and maintaining utmost quality control.

         Used exemplary interpersonal skills to maintain open lines of communication regarding project status.

Senior Program Control Analyst (2007-2015)

         Succeeded in utilizing strong analytical problem-solving skills to identify discrepancies and design effective solutions regarding negotiated baseline and government guidelines.

         Thoroughly reviewed data to maintain utmost quality control.

         Associated duties included weekly review / estimate preparation, schedule management an oversight of all financial data.

SRCTEC, INC., Syracuse, NY 2007

Deputy Program Manager

         Assumed key leadership position providing exemplary support directly to Program Manager responsible for administration of Department of Defense Program in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.

         Steered each project phase to an on-time completion; devised detailed project timelines and closely monitored budget.

         Ensured utmost compliance to all contract requirements throughout all operations.

         Utilized strong organizational abilities to compile data, create detailed project status reports and develop statements of work (SOW).

         Streamlined existing risk mitigation reporting operations to significantly simplify process and reduce risk.

Computer Science Corporation, Hanover, MD 2005-2007

Lead Business Analyst

         Leveraged strong leadership skills to provide mentorship to 5 team members while strategically compiling pertinent data to develop financial models.

         Spearheaded reporting functions by implementing automated system; conducted in-depth testing to ensure functionality.

         Demonstrated an excellent attention to detail while identifying trends and determining variances; implemented innovative strategies to promptly resolve.

Master of Science in International Studies, St. John Fisher College

Bachelor of Arts in Strategic, Military and Diplomatic Studies, St. John Fisher College