BRUCE O. HILL, SR.

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SUMMARY

Senior Financial professional with (12) years of Federal Government Financial Management (Intelligence Community) experience. Extensive knowledge of DoD, ODNI, OMB, US Treasury and GAO laws, regulations and guidance to support agency-wide Financial Statements. Strong understanding of accounting operations and financial statement development, reconciliation processes; performance metrics reporting; business process re-engineering, United States General Accepted Accounting Principles (USGAAP). Strong skills and experience in communications, team building, and conflict resolution. Possesses active TS/SCI with CI Poly Clearance.

PROFESSIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE

Senior Audit Consultant, Knowledge-Link, Inc. (06/19 – Present)

Provide support to the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) meeting their reporting requirements by providing an objective and independent examination of their financial statements, timely and constructive discussion with management on accounting and reporting matters, and a robust and clear perspective to audit committees. Perform internal audit assurance activities (internal audits over financial, operational, compliance, IT, SOX and QARs), consult with engagement leadership and clients on strategic plans and other business matters, and help to anticipate emerging risks for NGA. Identify internal control deficiencies, evaluate their risk implications, and draw the appropriate conclusion to best notify NGA. Support NGA engagements by helping plan the audit approach and scope, preparing the audit program, determining auditing procedures, seeing the audit process through completion, and applying internal audit standards in accordance with the Government Accounting Office (GAO) Standards for Internal Control in the Federal Government.

Senior Financial Manager, Vintun, Zero-Based Review Program (11/18 – 06/19)

Provide financial support to Vintun Zero-Based Review commissioned by Deputy Commandant of the Marine Corps (C4I) to identify the skills, manning, and organization required to deliver USMC local, regional and enterprise IT/Cybersecurity /Telecommunications workload based on Government Owned/Operated Marine Corps Enterprise Network (MCEN) and unified communications. Responsible for developing techniques for planning, control and execution, and improving program. Collaborate in summarization of workforce and workload findings and recommendations in current state, future state, gap analysis, and road ahead documents. Manage the development of key deliverables such as, Pre-Analysis Plan, Market Research Plan, Financial Analysis Plan, and final Economic Analysis Results in support of the Zero- Based Review program.

Accounting Advisory Specialist, U.S. Navy, Sehlke Consulting LLC (10/17 – 11/18)

Provides business financial management, internal controls, evaluation, and analysis to the Navy Strategic Systems Program (SSP) program. Directly provides support in the assessment of business processes, coordination activities and internal controls procedures associated with documentation and Internal Controls Testing of SSP Headquarters Requirements. Also, supports SSP by responding to data calls and participating in ad hoc Navy FMO meetings.

Financial Audit Manager, Marine Corps Cyberspace Command, Sehlke Consulting LLC

Managed the Financial Management Operations and the Financial Improvement Audit Readiness

(FIAR) program in support of the Comptroller responsible for a military command in support of U.S. Marine Corps Cyberspace Command (MFCC). Continued development and implementation of the FAIR Program that strengthened financial controls and achieved an audit-ready system environment. Directly responsible for three Senior Consultant employee appraisals as well as career development and mentoring in support of the military command.

Senior Financial Audit Analyst, AMYX, Inc. (08/17 – 10/17)

Responsible for the Financial Improvement Audit Readiness (FIAR) program that focuses on improving processes, controls, and systems supporting financial information most often used by DoD decision makers to ensure it is accurate, reliable, relevant and ready to be audited. Developed the FAIR Program that applies strategy and standard methodology, as well as a step-by-step approach for discovery and evaluation while documenting, testing, and strengthening controls; and achieves an audit ready system environment. Analyzed business processes and practices and drafted recommendations for improvement to ensure that the Comptroller is prepared to successfully perform financial transactions.

Senior Financial Program Analyst, ASET Partners, Inc. (01/17 – 08/17)

Performed detailed economic analysis while providing support to the Defense Intelligence Agency’s (DIA) Chief Financial Officer’s (CFO) Enterprise Organization by developing narratives to document change reasons in preparation for submission of the Congressional Budget Justification Book (CBJB). Built Pivot Tables for a Contract Services segment and assisted in the analysis of changes in funding data across all General Defense Intelligence Programs (GDIP).

Financial Program Manager, CENTRA Technology, Inc. (06/16 - 01/17)

Provided overall guidance and direction to the development, maintenance, and analysis of the program financial activity; collected scheduling and performance measurement data for the NITES Information Technology (IT) program within the Office of Naval Intelligence (ONI). Performed financial planning and analysis for multiple jobs within this line of business. Tasks included, but were not limited to, baseline planning, actual cost verification, economic analysis, preparation of Estimates at Completion (EAC), variance analysis, revenue and profit forecasting and general support to the Program Manager/Program Team with business and financial analysis.

Principal Acquisition Analyst, Alion Science and Technology (05/15 – 06/16)

As subject matter expert (SME), provided financial and business support to the U.S. Air Force Financial Management (FM) business unit, including formulation, justification, evaluation, and monitoring of specific budget areas. Provided technical support in the day-to-day operation and control of a broad range of accounting and financial management activities. Completed economic analyses and business cases to drive informed decisions. Prepared the annual budgets for Operation and Maintenance (O&M) and Research, Development, Evaluation, and Testing (RDT&E) for incorporation into the overall annual financial plan. Provided input for annual build of resources requirements for Program Objective Memorandum (POM) submissions. Monitored actual versus obligations against approved budgets to ensure that funds were properly allocated and were spent in a timely and effective manner. Reviewed and recommended approval/disapproval of requests from program leadership to reprogram with General Fund Enterprise Business Systems (GFEBS) and Oracle financial database to extract pertinent budgetary data. Maintained commitment and obligation records and files.

PROGRAM FINANCIAL ANALYST LEAD, CACI International (10/14 – 05/15)

As subject matter expert (SME) provided financial and business support to National Geospatial Agency’s (NGA) Financial Management (FM) business unit, including budget preparation, execution tracking and analysis, report generation, staffing analysis, purchasing, and reporting.

Prepared program/project and budget information for Government submission to the Office of the Director, National Intelligence (ODNI), Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD), and Congress. Managed the budget portfolios for high profile programs under the Directorate of Xperience (DX) at NGA; this resulted in the portfolio being funded for $197 million; analyzed client’s needs to determine budgetary requirements as they applied to the client’s management systems. Performed budget formulation procedures/processes involving independent assessments and preparation of detailed analyses, budget estimates, special reports and other documentation for DX’s budget. Ensured proper execution of DX’s budget as authorized and appropriated by Congress. Developed approaches for improving program planning, control, and execution. Provided financial advisory services for DX’s budget; served as a financial consultant, conducted special studies, analyzed data trends, developed projections of program funding requirements, recommended financial strategies and actions, and provided management of financial information. Used automated budgetary systems and computer-generated products in completing budget assignments; periodically performed quality checks of automated system database information, and produced budget reports, plans and schedules within established time limits.

SENIOR FINANCIAL BUDGET ANALYST, Starry Associates (08/13 – 10/14)

Managed the budget portfolios for the Directorate of Intelligence (DI) at the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and three other high-profiled programs resulting in a $80 million portfolio; analyzed client’s needs to determine budgetary requirements as they applied to the client’s management systems. Worked closely with various Program Managers to design and develop bi-weekly financial reports via Web focus. Created, maintained, and updated financial database and spreadsheets to generate various financial reports as required. As Senior Financial Budget Analyst for DI, providing budgetary guidance to the Director of DI, planning, programming, budget, and execution (PPBE). Assisted the FBI in identifying, recommending, and implementing improvements to financial management and accounting business processes. Supported the development of detailed financial statements and reports that required maintaining appropriate records and documentation.

SENIOR FINANCIAL BUDGET ANALYST, PRO-telligent, LLC (04/10 – 08/13)

Managed the budget portfolios for the Coordinator for Bureau of Counterterrorism (CT) and five other high-profiled programs resulting in a $120 million portfolio; analyzed client’s needs to determine budgetary requirements as they applied to the client’s management systems.

Extensive experience working with Operation & Maintenance (O&M) appropriations and Overseas Contingency Operations (OCO) funds in support of embassy office expenditures, operations cost, and security needs abroad. As Senior Financial Budget Analyst for CT, provided budgetary guidance to the Coordinator for the Bureau of CT and planning, programming, budget, and execution (PPBE). Provided decision support assistance to the Coordinator for the Bureau of CT, the Chief of CTF Program, and government budget leaders by identifying, validating and prioritizing resource requirements for the National Intelligence Program (NIP), the Foreign Counterintelligence Program (FCIP), and the Military Intelligence Program (MIP). Developed plans and budgets to meet contractual requirements for programs as necessary. Provided financial expertise in building the Program Objective Memorandum (POM); used forecast techniques to evaluate contract/program status and ensure compliance. Monitored cost performance against plans to ensure contractual cost obligations were met.

SENIOR CONSULTANT, Booz Allen Hamilton (04/09 - 04/10)

Provided project management, budget formulation, and budget execution, and consulting to support DOD client. Managed project management documentation for a portfolio of projects. Provided budgetary and accounting processes and execution processes including; funds control, fund transfers, travel orders, and credit card purchases.

PROGRAM MANAGER, Strategic Business Solutions, Inc. (06/07 - 04/09)

Provided direct accounting management to the Office of the Chief Financial Executive (OCFE), Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA). Managed (2) Deputy Project Managers and (35) Senior Consultants, to include employee appraisals, career development planning and mentoring. Advised COR concerning any contractual or employee issues, to include contract amendments, new positions, and employee movements. Supported all planning, programming, and execution (including transaction processing) for a $481.4 million budget for (4) Directorates within DIA. Managed staff during the implementation of the new Oracle PeopleSoft-FACT System. Prepared and reviewed financial input for acquisition documentation as required. Ensured timely obligation and disbursement of funds; reconciled and resolved unmatched disbursements and negative un-liquidated obligations; and cancelled liquidated obligations.

POLICE OFFICER - (08/03 -06/07) Defense Intelligence Agency, Washington, D.C.

Prince George’s County Police Department, Upper Marlboro, MD.

Served as a uniformed police officer responsible for enforcement of a wide range of federal laws and assimilated local laws; applied and enforced the application of these laws within the federal jurisdiction. Preserved the peace and protected life and civil rights within the jurisdiction of the military installation. Provided force protection, detection and investigation of crimes, arrested and apprehended violators, and assisted citizens in emergency situations.

SYSTEMS ANALYST - (01/01 – 12/02)

Fannie Mae - Washington, D.C

Managed the software development life cycle for E-web technology for a select client base of accounts for Fannie Mae's e-Business solutions group.

Provided systems support for various business elements within Fannie Mae’s e-Business unit.

ACCOUNT MANAGER (10/87- 01/01)

Digital Equipment Corp. Westminster, MA

Formed a strategic alliance with clients to jointly develop a business process to yield maximum revenue return on investment. Managed numerous regional sales offices, including engineering and sales personnel, managed budget quotas and increased profitability while controlling cost.

FINANCIAL ANALYST (05/83 – 10/87)

Digital Equipment Corp. Westminster, MA

Advised senior management on expenditures and funding requirements.

Managed budget administration functions associated with the formulation, execution, and review of the operating budget. Analyzed budget requests utilizing trend analysis and trade-offs alternatives. Managed reporting of all financial activity to Corporate Accounting.

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

Association of Government Accountants (AGA) Member

Baltimore PMI Member

Morehouse College Washington, D.C. National Alumni Association Member

EDUCATION

B.A. degree, Business Administration, Morehouse College, Atlanta, GA.

M.S., Management Information Systems - University of Maryland University College, Adelphi, MD., currently pursuing.

CERTIFICATIONS, SKILLS, TRAINING

Certification: Association of Certified Fraud Examiners, American Society of Military

Comptrollers - Enhanced Defense Financial Management Training Course; Joint Military

Intelligence Training Center – SCI Security Officials Course (SCI-SSO) Certificate of Training.

Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, Expert in MS Excel, and various internet applications. GFMS, Oracle PeopleSoft – FMS FACT, iRMIS Database, ARIBA, Share point, GAAP, DBMS, DFAS, Microsoft Office, and Momentum Financial Management.

AWARDS:

U.S. Department of State – Certificate of Appreciation – FY10-11 U.S. Department of State – Certificate of Appreciation – FY11-12 (U)

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