Financial Management Support

Logan Edge

Experienced and dedicated business professional seeking a managerial

position. Possess extensive experience applying unique supervisory perspectives and business procedures to achieve business goals. 6225 E Platte Ave.

Colorado Springs, CO 80915

(254) - 458 - 2209

*****.*.****@*****.***

EXPERIENCE

230th Financial Management Support Unit, Fort Carson, CO

— Detachment Sergeant

JAN 2022 -PRESENT

● Updated commander on status of 51 detachment

personnel, mission irregularities, and administrative activities.

● Conducted thorough reviews, assessed shortfalls in business procedures, and held meetings with division leaders to highlight areas for improvement to ensure accurate pay of 24,000 personnel.

● Assessed data trend reports, gathered information to develop plans to execute operational success for

personnel locally and internationally.

● Established clear objectives for subordinates,

monitoring progress of professional development

through regular monthly performance evaluations.

● Instituted best practices for equipment maintenance routines to extend the life cycle of essential gear.

● Maintained records on personnel and operations for reporting purposes.

● Directed security measures for detachment facilities, safeguarding sensitive information and valuable assets from unauthorized access or compromise.

● Collaborated with other units on joint exercises, enhancing interoperability between different branches of service and foreign military units.

● Coordinated the deployment of personnel and

equipment to support multiple missions.

SKILLS

Talent/Time/Production

Management

Leadership

Integrity

Active Listening

Relationship Building

Analytical Skills

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Emotional Intelligence

AWARDS

2022 4th Division

Sustainment Brigade NCO of

the Year- a series of

competitive events that

measure the mastery of army

knowledge, history, and skills

in both tactical and technical

settings.

2021 Staff Sergeant Marcario

Garcia Leadership Award this

is given to the

Noncommissioned Officer on

Fort Carson, that best

demonstrates developing

subordinates and embodying

the Army Values

Fort Carson Army Military Pay Office, Fort Carson, CO

— Senior Internal Control Analyst

NOV 2020 - DEC 2022

● Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements by conducting in-depth reviews of policies, procedures, and documentation.

● Maintained strong relationships with other

organizations by addressing concerns promptly and

providing regular updates on audit readiness.

● Conducted monthly follow-ups on past audit

recommendations to evaluate effectiveness of

implemented changes and track progress toward

resolution.

● Utilized advanced data analytics tools to identify patterns and trends in financial data, leading to more focused audit procedures.

● Reduced audit timeframes with efficient planning, scheduling, and execution of audit procedures.

● Developed training materials for junior auditors to enhance their skills and overall office performance.

● Identified potential areas of operational improvement through comprehensive data analysis and effective

communication with management teams.

● Maintained up-to-date knowledge of the Defense

Finance and Accounting Service's best business

practices and emerging trends to ensure accurate

assessments of operations.

● Worked seamlessly with the Criminal Investigative Division to aid in the detection of fraud by performing targeted queries on high-risk transactions.

● Improved the accuracy and timeliness for all military pay transactions in the Fort Carson Army Military Pay Office to 99.4% and 99.7% respectively, by executing actionable recommendations.

2019 MG Nathan Towsend

Medallion Recipient- an

award that honors an

individual's lasting

contributions that brings

credit upon the US Army

Finance Corps. The Service

Members name will then be

engraved on the DMR plaque

in the Finance School.

2016 Finance Soldier of the

Year- A week-long

competition that tests the

technical and tactical abilities

of Soldiers in the Finance

Corps nominated by their

command teams. These

Soldiers serve in the grades

ranging from Private to

Specialist

Army Commendation Medal

-received 6 times

Army Achievement Medal -

received 12 times nonummy

Inherent Resolve Campaign

Medal- 2 service stars

Global War On Terror

Expeditionary Medal- one

service star

Korean Defense Service

Ribbon- received twice

LANGUAGES

English

Spanish

Joint Task Force-Bravo, Comayagua, Honduras

— Senior Budget Analyst

SEP 2019 - OCT 2020

● Reviewed monthly operations to assess compliance with budgets and determine necessary adjustments for future plans.

● Checked key performance indicator reports for accuracy and completeness.

● Compiled statistical data after each month-end closing.

● Created and updated expenditure reports in

Government Funds Enterprise Business System

(GFEBS).

● Advised 10 subordinate commands monthly on unit

expenditures to mitigate risk of overages.

● Collaborated with commanders to develop realistic budgets, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and needs.

● Developed comprehensive budget tracking tools,

enhancing transparency and enabling informed

decision making.

● Assisted in annual audit preparation, maintaining organized records for efficient review by external auditors.

● Sole government funds certifier for 13 countries in both Central and South America

Fort Hood Defense Military Pay Office, Fort Hood, TX

— Auditor/Data Analyst

AUG 2017 - AUG 2019

● Provided valuable insights by leading monthly variance analysis reviews between actual results and

budget/forecast expectations.

● Enabled commanders decision-making by presenting key findings from complex data sets in clear, concise formats for senior leadership team members.

● Trained new analysts on department of defense

policies and procedures and implemented mentoring

program, reducing overall onboarding time.

● Reviewed statistical information to determine financial trends for use in forecasting potential workloads to preposition office personnel in sections of elevated usage.

176th Financial Management Support Unit, Seoul, South Korea — Debt Counselor

JUN 2016- JUL 2017

● Promoted a supportive environment for clients

throughout the debt resolution process, fostering trust and open communication.

● Achieved high client satisfaction ratings through consistent communication, progress updates, and a

genuine commitment to helping individuals overcome financial hardship.

● Trained new clerks on policies, procedures, and best practices for successful debt management counseling.

● Developed customized debt repayment plans for

clients, significantly reducing their financial stress.

● Maintained detailed records of client interactions and progress, ensuring thorough documentation for future reference.

● Corresponded with a minimum of 50 customers per

day via telephone, and email.

● Elevated cross-organizational issues, was the only military member granted capabilities to service the other three branches of service that occupy the pacific theatre.

● Received and submitted customer payments to further reduce open account balances.

● Produced budget tools and educational support for clients.

33rd Financial Management Support Unit, Fort Drum, NY

— Data Entry Analyst

JUN 2016- JUL 2017

● Increased productivity by creating efficient filing systems for easy access to critical documents.

● Assisted with month-end closing procedures, ensuring all account information was accurately recorded.

● Improved data accuracy by diligently entering account information and verifying input.

● Streamlined reconciliation processes, identifying discrepancies quickly and finding solutions to resolve issues effectively.

● Kept meticulous records on all entered transactions, facilitating easier tracking and auditing efforts.

● Expedited invoice processing by promptly entering vendor invoices into accounting software for payment approval.

● Resolved discrepancies in account balances through thorough research and analysis of transaction history.

● Managed workload effectively, prioritizing urgent tasks while maintaining attention to detail throughout all entries.

● Ensured compliance with company policies while

completing various account-related tasks efficiently and accurately.

● Served as a reliable resource for colleagues needing assistance or clarification on data entry tasks.

176th Financial Management Support Unit, Seoul, South Korea — Onboarding Coordinator/Data Entry Clerk

AUG 2013– AUG 201

● Conducted daily meetings with department heads to discuss efficacy of onboarding procedures and

identify areas for improvement.

● Collaborated with HR managers to gather feedback and streamline the onboarding process.

● Maintained accurate records of all onboarding

activities, ensuring compliance with department of the army regulatory guidance, policies and legal

requirements.

● Oversaw updates to internal documentation related to the onboarding process, reduced onboarding

timeline from 5 business days to 3.

● Provided guidance to HR team members regarding

best practices in onboarding coordination, leading to greater consistency across all departments across

the Korean Peninsula.

EDUCATION

American Military University, Remote — BS Business Management

JAN 2020 - AUG 2022

McMurry University, Abilene, TX

SEP 2010 - MAY 2011

Collin County Community College, Plano, TX

SEP 2009 - MAY 2010

ROLES IN CONFLICTS

Operation Inherent Resolve — Disbursing

Technician/Certifier

● Served as one of two members of the forward banking and disbursing team. Assisted in removing US currency from the battlefield and implementing a prepaid debit card system and 47 kiosks throughout Central

Command’s Region (Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Syria, and Afghanistan)

Operation Tidal Wave II — Budget Analyst

● Charged to assist in a joint agency analysis of crude oil and other assets owned by ISIL. Provided proof of the degradation or overall elimination of funding between accounts.

Operation Allies Refuge — Deputy Disbursing Officer

● Collected all US currency from all military installations in the country of Afghanistan. Accounted for,

transported, and reconciled $1.4 billion in US funds without discrepancy.

Operation Atlantic Resolve — Field Ordering Officer (FOO)

● Advised the Deputy Chief of Staff G8 on necessary purchases, purchasing power, and cost analysis to

make informed decisions on building infrastructure and providing aid to foreign forces in the region.

Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023 — Senior Cost Analyst

● Assisted in development and implementation of

Division M of the Consolidated Appropriations Act

2023, which focused on asset seizure of Russian

Oligarchs in efforts to aid to rebuild key infrastructure in Ukraine.

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