Melissa Shertzer
Essex
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in financial analysis and team collaboration. Strengths in budget development and compliance evaluation have led to significant process improvements and enhanced decision-making capabilities. Committed to supporting organizational financial goals through effective communication and problem-solving. Experienced in mentoring junior analysts, fostering a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement to achieve operational excellence.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Financial Management Analyst
DoW Army, C5ISR Center
APG, MD
07.2021 - Current
- Analyzed financial data to support budgeting and forecasting processes.
- Developed analytical reports to enhance decision-making for financial initiatives.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline financial operations and improve efficiency.
- Evaluated compliance with financial regulations and standards to mitigate risks.
- Assisted in the preparation of annual budgets and variance analysis for performance tracking.
- Implemented process improvements that increased accuracy in financial reporting systems.
- Provided training and mentorship to junior analysts on financial modeling techniques.
- Led strategic planning sessions to align financial objectives with organizational goals.
- Recorded, interpreted, and communicated financial data and plans using GFEBS.
- Offered budget development and financial planning to clients.
- Adjusted financial management system to be accurate and productive.
Financial Management Analyst
DoW, Army, DEVCOM, CBC
Edgewood, MD
07.2010 - 07.2021
- Assisted in the preparation of annual budgets and variance analysis for performance tracking.
- Implemented process improvements that increased accuracy in financial reporting systems.
- Provided training and mentorship to junior analysts on financial modeling techniques.
- Led strategic planning sessions to align financial objectives with organizational goals.
- Offered budget development and financial planning to clients.
- Enhanced financial reporting accuracy by streamlining data collection and analysis processes.
- Handled payments and disbursements for numerous Military and Federal agencies.
- Adjusted financial management system to be accurate and productive.
- Implemented cost control measures, achieving significant savings in departmental budgets.
- Assisted in the development of strategic financial plans, resulting in improved long-term financial stability.
- Developed comprehensive financial models for forecasting and budgeting purposes, enabling better decisionmaking.
- Provided expert guidance on investment decisions, contributing to overall portfolio growth.
- Supported senior management with strategic planning initiatives through detailed financial analysis and insightful recommendations.
Budget Analyst
DoW, Army, DEVCOM, CBC
Edgewood, MD
01.2006 - 07.2010
- Analyzed budget proposals to ensure alignment with organizational goals and compliance standards.
- Developed financial reports to track expenditure trends and inform decision-making processes.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize resource allocation and enhance budget efficiency.
- Conducted variance analysis to identify discrepancies and recommend corrective actions for fiscal management.
- Achieved successful audit results through diligent record-keeping and strict adherence to internal controls.
- Compiled statistical data after each month-end closing.
- Created and updated expenditure reports in Excel.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Harford Community College
Bel Air, MD12-1997
Skills
- Organizational development
- Relationship management
- Decision support
- Internal controls
- Cost estimates
- Stakeholder communication
- Financial systems
- Budget development
- Cost accounting
- Business intelligence
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Verbal and written communication
Certification
- Obtained Defense Acquisition University Level II Certification (November 2019)
- Obtained Department of Defense (DoD) Financial Management (FM) Certification (July 2015)
- Obtained Certificate in FM from USDA Graduate School (December 2011)
Employee of quarter
Received Employee of the quarter award twice for outstanding work performance and collaboration
Timeline
Financial Management Analyst
DoW Army, C5ISR Center
07.2021 - Current
Financial Management Analyst
DoW, Army, DEVCOM, CBC
07.2010 - 07.2021
Budget Analyst
DoW, Army, DEVCOM, CBC
01.2006 - 07.2010
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Harford Community College