RICHARD VARN

Fayetteville, North Carolina ad34t6@r.postjobfree.com 910-***-****

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

An expert accountant, auditor, budget and financial program analyst with over 40 years of experience in financial management and accounting. Adept at delivering comprehensive financial solutions and driving financial success for various departments in the U.S. government. Proficient in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and tax compliance. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail ensure accuracy in financial data analysis and reporting. Expertise in optimizing financial processes and implementing cost-effective strategies. Exceptional communicator and team player, capable of collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to achieve financial goals. Seeking opportunities to leverage my extensive expertise to contribute to the financial stability and growth of a forward-thinking organization.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Data Gathering Analytical and Conceptual Audit Readiness Audit and Compliance Base Realignment and Closure Programs Financial Management Programming and Budgeting Budget Analysis and Execution Resource Management Army Financial Management Systems Contracting Civilian Pay Military Pay Procurement and Financial Reporting MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint) Oral and Written Communication

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS

Certified Government Financial Manager The Association of Government Accountants

WORK EXPERIENCE

BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON U.S. ARMY COMMAND – FORT JACKSON, SC

Financial Analyst November 2016 – May 2017

Conducted assessments to verify adherence to audit readiness requirements and devised strategies for securing an unblemished audit evaluation

Leveraged expertise in the General Fund Enterprise Business System, General Command Supply System, and Defense Travel Systems to retrieve and evaluate key supporting documents essential for assessing the U.S. Army Reserve Command's compliance with the audit readiness program prerequisites

LIFE CYCLE ENGINEERING U.S. FORCES COMMAND – FORT BRAGG, NC

Sr. Financial Analyst April 2015 – April 2016

Executed quantitative drill-down analysis to identify and explain monetary activity in assessable and sub-assessable units

Conducted an in-depth analysis of the Audit Readiness Notice and Recommendation to identify the causes of sample failures and recommend corrective actions

Collaborated with the client in formulating comprehensive action plans to address identified issues

Carried out monthly self-directed testing examinations as part of the sample audits

HEADQUARTERS, U.S. ARMY RESOURCE MANAGEMENT – THE PENTAGON, WASHINGTON, DC

Budget Analyst June 2009 – June 2014

Oversaw the entire spectrum of Army planning, programming, budgeting, and execution for three programs, managing an annual funding plan totaling approximately $240 million

Assessed funding requests originating from Army Staff Elements to determine the necessity for adjustments in funding requirements or the submission of fund requests for additional resources

Crafted budget guidelines and methodologies for evaluation and appraising the performance of budget functions; delivered budget recommendations to senior management officials

Successfully implemented budget policies and adhered to financial regulations

Carefully monitored year-end closing to ensure that all available funds were used appropriately, preventing anti-deficiency violations

EARLY CAREER

Financial Management Specialist January 2007 – August 2007

Department of Air Force, Robins Air Force Base, Warner Robins, GA

Senior Auditor September 1994 – August 2003

U.S. Army Audit Agency, Fort Bragg, NC

Developed audit objectives and prepared audit programs to address these objectives

Gathered relevant data for analysis and to support audit findings and recommendations

Accurately executed audit programs and analyzed data

Identified weaknesses in internal control procedures and problem areas, along with their causes and effects

Prepared Draft Audit Reports summarizing findings and recommendations and cross-referenced with audit work papers

Conducted entrance and exit conferences to explain audit objectives, findings, and recommendations

Program Manager, Development Assignment July 1999 – September 2000

Headquarters U.S. Army, Comptroller Proponency Office, The Pentagon, Washington, DC

Senior Auditor June 1986 – September 1994

U.S. Army, Internal Review Office, Camp Zama, Japan

Duties similar to above Senior Auditor role

HONORS/AWARDS

Sustain Superior Performance Award 2010 – 2012; 1990 – 1993

Commander Award for Civilian Service 2000 & 1994

EDUCATION

Master of Business Administration 2012

Strayer University – Washington, DC GPA: 3.5

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration 1975

Benedict College – Columbia, SC

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