Jenae Giles
Upper Marlboro
Summary
Results-driven financial professional with 20+ years of experience across budgeting, financial analysis, cost management, forecasting, and reporting multi-year budgets; streamlining financial processes; and translating data into actionable, detail-oriented, and effective results in both independent and collaborative environments. Committed to delivering strategic insights that enhance decision-making and operational efficiency.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervisory Budget Analyst/Acting Office Director
U.S. Department of State
Washington
05.2023 - Current
- Serve in an acting Office Director capacity, following a departmental reorganization, maintaining continuity of operations, and financial oversight.
- Manage the budget formulation and execution of a $1.5 billion+ budget, supporting global programs.
- Coordinate financial planning, reporting, and execution activities to ensure accuracy, compliance, and alignment with strategic priorities.
- Develop and implement financial tracking tools and reporting templates that improve transparency and decision-making.
- Analyze funding requirements, assess risks, and provide actionable guidance to senior stakeholders.
- Review and interpret appropriation language to determine funding availability, restrictions, and optimal use of resources.
Lead Budget Analyst
U.S. Department of State
Washington
07.2020 - 05.2023
- Led end-to-end budget planning for portfolios totaling $1.5 billion+ annually.
- Provided strategic financial recommendations that supported one of the most successful budget submissions in over a decade.
- Managed forecasting, funding scenarios, and variance analysis to support evolving organizational priorities.
- Coordinated enterprise-wide financial data calls and reporting deliverables, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Drafted operating plans, allotment requests, and financial justifications used for executive decision-making.
Budget Analyst
U.S. Department of State
Washington
11.2014 - 07.2020
- Executed and monitored multi-year budgets across multiple programs, ensuring efficient and compliant use of funds.
- Performed cost-benefit and trend analyses to evaluate funding options and financial performance.
- Produced recurring and ad hoc financial reports on obligations, expenditures, and variances.
- Reconciled financial data across systems and collaborated with program offices to resolve discrepancies.
- Supported procurement, interagency agreements, and reimbursements through detailed financial review and approval.
Financial Management Cost Analyst
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Arlington
09.2013 - 11.2014
- Analyzed and reconciled intergovernmental transactions and fund balances to ensure financial accuracy.
- Identified accounting issues, and recommended solutions to improve financial operations and compliance.
- Served as a liaison between financial operations and internal stakeholders to resolve discrepancies.
- Supported business process improvements and developed standard operating procedures.
Budget Analyst
U.S. Department of Defense, Army
Arlington
10.2007 - 09.2013
- Supported budget development, execution, and reporting for large federal programs and capital projects.
- Prepared financial summaries, execution reports, and audit documentation for senior leadership.
- Conducted audits, variance analyses, and compliance reviews to ensure sound financial practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Hampton University
Hampton, VA05-2023
Skills
- Financial Planning & Analysis
- Budget Development & Execution
- Forecasting & Variance Analysis
- Cost Analysis & Resource Optimization
- Financial Reporting & Controls
- Process Improvement & Automation
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Compliance & Risk Management
- Data Analysis & Decision Support
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Supervisory Budget Analyst/Acting Office Director
U.S. Department of State
05.2023 - Current
Lead Budget Analyst
U.S. Department of State
07.2020 - 05.2023
Budget Analyst
U.S. Department of State
11.2014 - 07.2020
Financial Management Cost Analyst
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
09.2013 - 11.2014
Budget Analyst
U.S. Department of Defense, Army
10.2007 - 09.2013
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Hampton University