G. Josh Houston
**** *. ***** **. **********, IN
Home: 317-***-****
Cell: 317-***-****
abgvgt@r.postjobfree.com
Qualifications Summary
. Experienced in meeting project deadlines no matter the size of the
project
. Possess a unique ability to focus on all tasks and work well with
others so that there is success as a team
. Proficient in process improvement, data analysis, and reporting
findings to senior leaders with recommendations on business decisions
and solutions
. Dedication to and proven record of achieving productivity and quality
goals
. Skilled in the management of multiple projects
. Proficient with Word, Excel, Access & PowerPoint
. Experienced with Federal software/systems
. Dedicated to work, flexible team member, and adaptive in new
situations
Relevant Work Experience
Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) March 2004 - Present,
Indianapolis, IN
Human Resources - Processing, March 2010 - Present
. Process official orders for customers into Access Database and record
keeping and for merging into Word documents to use in creating
official orders for customers
. Assisted with special projects from direct supervisor
. Directed finished documents to the proper Approving Officers for
signatures
. Partnered with the "Recruitment and Placement Team" within Human
Resources. Researched and investigated resumes for qualified
candidates for job placement
. Created Amendments for customers in Access Database
. Processed Rescinding Orders as some customers decided not to go forth
with their orders. In result, the funds were allocated back to the
budget to keep record
. Responsible for answering questions concerning rules/regulations from
customers who called
Civilian Pay - Technician, November 2007 - March 2010
. Coordinated with the Arbitration team for follow ups to consent orders
received from the Arbitrators regarding class action suits.
. Lead analyzing reports and taking appropriate action within
established timeframes.
. Developed and maintained various Excel spreadsheets in conjunction
with pay issues, showing how computation was derived for both offline
and online pay
Travel Pay -Auditor/Examiner, March 2004 - March 2007
. Processed monthly travel vouchers and provided customer service
specifically for Washington DC
. Coordinated with of a group of soldiers at the (AOC) Army Operations
Center to correctly process their expenses
. Communicated with a POC (point of contact) to provide in processing
expenses of soldiers finances
. Provided the ability to apply various accounting methods, forms and
techniques
. Verified the accuracy and completeness of accounting data
. Compute and process travel reimbursements for meals, lodging, and
similar entitlements
. Prepare discrepancy letters for travel payments that are incorrectly
submitted or missing supporting documentation
Thunderbird Products, Decatur, IN
Engineer - Computer Aided Design (CAD) Engineer October 2000 - March
2004
. Created solid model drawings for the next year's prototypes powerboat
product
. Provided information for the design of the interior of the boats with
cabinetry, upholstery, and canvases
. Managed employees from the factory line to ensure proper installation
. Responsible for precise measurements in design to make pieces fit with
the whole project
Fleetwood Motor Homes, Decatur, IN
Product Development - Computer Aided Design Draftsmen July 1998 -
September 2000
. Managed updates to current fiscal year drawings and future model
drawings
. Provided technical assistance with online applications and assisted
clients
. Analyzed spreadsheets to determine the costs and determined the result
of the overall product
. Supervised the vendors for product accuracy before shipping to the
plant for installation
Prestress Services, Decatur, IN
Computer Aided Design Draftsmen July 1997 - June 1998
. Prepared production drawings of precast concrete pieces for parking
structures
. Prepared bill of materials using Microsoft Word and Excel
. Budgeted projects and managed the pricings of materials
Education
Bellmont High School, Decatur, IN - Graduate (Diploma) Class of 1995
Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN 1995-1996
Technical Graphics-(Credit Hours earned 14)
Activities
High School Assistant Track and Field Coach - Cathedral High School
2006-2010
High School Assistant Track and Field Coach - Bellmont High School 1996-
2002
Ran and completed 10 marathons dating back to 2002