Diligent, dynamic and adaptable professional with 15 years of sharpened and refined experience as it pertains to the areas of accounting, research, cross-functional collaboration and team supervision, to name a few. Adept in effectively overseeing concurrent accounting functions at once to ensure smooth operations. Leverage sound interpersonal communications skills to build a sense of rapport and establish fruitful relationships with both clients and colleagues alike. Fast to learn new concepts and train coworkers in newly-mastered areas of skill. Seeking a professional accounting role that will allow for continued work on CPA License; open to an exciting new career change in corporate training within the public or private sectors, as well as working as an Accounting Systems Transition Consultant or in the budgeting process for state government.

Accounting | Administration | Tax Preparation & Filing | Financial Reporting | Accounts Payable & Receivable | Payroll Administration

Reconciliation | Filling | Project Management | Regulatory Compliance | Systems Transition | Operational Effectiveness | Needs Assessment

Process Improvement & Standardization | Human Resources | Training & Development | Time Management & Prioritization | Organization

Problem Solving | Critical Thinking | Supervision | Interpersonal Communication | Relationship Building | Team Building | ALDER | IRIS | Windows

Microsoft Office | QuickBooks | Quicken | BillQuick | Axium Protrax | Project Management Software | Data Analysis, Extracting & Reconciling

State of Alaska | Chief Financial Officer, Department of Fish & Game (2017 Present)

         Oversee fiscal functions on a daily basis for the Department; drive high levels of accuracy and proper accounting practices across all programs within the Department s scope of influence

         Lead fiscal research and management analysis to offer key decision makers the tools needed to make holistic, well-developed determinations

         Research and set into motion solutions to accounting concerns; develop new requirements and assess each for compliance

         Demonstrate comprehension of how to optimally use and extract data from complex accounting or financial systems including the Integrated Resource Information System (IRIS)

         Deliver leadership and supervision in updating and enforcing essential policies and procedures geared towards achievement of compliance with the guidelines for all directives

         Assess complex financial data and processes used to make appropriate conclusions and deliver recommendations for improvement

         Founded work groups to streamline productivity; included self-participation in the Finance Officer Subcommittee focused on the statewide Reimbursable Service Agreements, inter-agency state contracts used to institute best practices in all regions within the state

         Also participated in the statewide Alaska Data Enterprise Reporting System Subcommittee; crafted accurate accounting reports that were able to combine payroll content with the accounting system

         Completed an Indirect Cost Rate Proposal used to revamp cost accounting structures; headed all hiring, training and staff support measures as they team navigated often-complex changes to major accounting and reporting systems

         Devised reports using the data warehouse for department and state purposes, all achieved in under 12 months time

Accountant IV, Division of Administrative Services (2016 2017)

         Led vital accounting duties; worked as an Agency Advocate, managed the Budget and Structures Fiscal Unit, cooperated on special project work with the Finance Officer, processed daily Revenue Unit approvals, as well as authored ALDER departmental reports

         Diligently supervised and guided a duo comprised of an Accounting Tech III and Accounting Tech II

         Mentored the Fiscal Unit and other divisions in navigating the first closeout using the new accounting system; included the development of numerous highly informative ALDER reports used for re-appropriation purposes

         Rectified erroneous payroll content which coincided with IRIS resolution

Accountant IV Revenue Supervisor, Department of Labor & Workforce Development (2014 2016)

         Supervised operations in working on a lead management team; handled financial management for approximately $45M across 150 federal grant awards and 100 Reimbursable Service Agreements (RSAs)

         Took on responsibility for development of various items including the Federal Schedule, CMIA, PCI Scope, PCI Compliance, Federal Cash, and Grant Reports (ETA9130s)

         Coached and guided an Accounting Technician III in processing RSA activity, as well as a team of three Grant Accountants during federal reporting, audit compliance and billing processes

         Advised departmental divisions specific to grants and RSA contracts; trained and coached the teams in central accounting concepts and important related philosophies

         Volunteered statewide to write and develop RSA Contract protocols; seamlessly liaised with other departments to procure quality feedback from staff members at all levels for use in completing this project

         Called on the federally-approved Indirect Cost and Allocation plan to observe billing for indirect allocations

         Worked tirelessly as an Agency Advocate to report on items related to the accounting system; trained and supported all DLWD in IRIS usage

Accountant IV Revenue Supervisor, Department of Labor & Workforce Development (Continued)

         Complete numerous staff members performance assessments and developed department training materials during the IRIS transition

         Used expertise in program and project accounting structures to develop IRIS Cost Accounting Structures 


         Wrote and set forth countless useful, imperative policies and procedures during tenure in this capacity

         Swiftly learned and became an expert in the use of the intricate ALDER Reporting system; included applying new logic discovered during the development of over 25 accounting reports

         Processed and leveraged Generally Accepted Accounting Procedures, (GAAP) specific to federal cost regulations and best practices

Administrative Assistant III, Department of the Governor, Division of Elections (2008 2012)

         Supported sound functions each day by making active contributions to office administration and accounting effort; included duties specific to charting account maintenance, finalizing travel logistics and procuring supplies as inventory levels saw a need for replenishment

         Proved crucial in developing the Help America Vote Act (HAVA); produced a management report that offered a narrative basis for grant reporting

         Carefully developed and dispensed federal financial forms (SF269) for use in processes related to the aforementioned grants

         Communicated HAVA grant financial data clearly to management on a recurring basis as needed 


         Completed the management analysis of financial data specific to HAVA grant and division
invoices using AKSAS and ALDER

         Also used AKSAS and ALDER to extract data for grant reports, delivery order management and in responding to noted concerns

R&M Engineering, Inc. | Bookkeeper/Human Resources (2012 2014)

         Amassed financial data for quarterly and annual tax returns, including Alaska Unemployment, City Sales Tax, as well as Forms 940, 941, 5500, and W-2 with the IRS

         Fortified the accounting software system by self-learning both legacy accounting and project management software. 


         Fronted the introduction of new project management and accounting software, which allowed management personnel to closely monitor projects and strengthen client relations as a direct result

         Led key HR and accounting tasks, e.g. Accounts Payable and Receivable, account reconciliation, payroll, and collections; also tended to client billing inquiries with timeliness and precision

         Finished and filed annual Worker s Compensation audit and premium calculation forms; fueled compliance with all applicable labor laws

         Reviewed project budget data to reconcile activity in alignment with vendor and client contracts

         Headed staff training focused on accounting processes, HR policies and proper software usage; also led benefits administration including a 401K retirement plan and health insurance policy

RICHARD EARL EA, Inc. | Tax Professional (2002 2012)

         Cooperated with individual and business clients; led interviews, gathered and reviewed tax documents, completed tax planning and fielded tax returns; also prepared correspondence for the IRS on behalf of clients

         Served in a managerial capacity during the Owner s absence; aimed to promote consistency, efficiency and delivery of superb client service

         Offered advisement and guidance in how to improve clients bookkeeping and record management processes

         Unfalteringly stayed apprised of evolving tax laws on an annual basis via involvement in crucial continuing education courses

Bachelor of Arts, Accounting, Ashford University (Cum Laude, 2015)

Associate of Arts, Accounting, University of Phoenix (Magna Cum Laude, 2012)

Volunteer as a Backup Treasurer for local church; also help organize community events, e.g. carnivals, garage sales and other happenings