New London, CT *****
Cassandra Campbell
914-***-**** (C)
***********@*****.***
Professional summary
Accounting professional possessing management, supervisory, program development and federal grant administration. Very proficient with MUNIS software, IDIS HUD program management tool, budget, payroll, tax, and experience. Proficient with Microsoft office. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Education
Pace University, Lubin Business School. Advanced Graduate Degree - Public Accounting, June 2008. Actively pursuing CPA credential, satisfying all requirements to sit for exam.
Pace University, Dyson College of Arts and Sciences, White Plains, New York. Master of Public Administration - January 2001
New York University, Washington Square University College. Bachelor of Arts: joint major Metropolitan Studies and Sociology. October 1986.
EXPERIENCE
Department of Defense
June 2021- May 2022
Cadet Activities Fund Manager- Academic programs
Administer training sessions to each procurement procedures and funds management for cadet activity programs. These sessions are conducted during the Coast Guard Academy academic semesters.
The City of New Rochelle, Department of Finance
Financial Management
July 2015 to August 2020
Budget Analyst/Accounting Supervisor
Responsible for the development, analysis and execution of the annual budget. Provide year-round financial interface accounting tasks. Monitor draw downs and reconcile MUNIS with IDIS/HUD grants. Assist in preparation of CAFR and internal audit
Provide on-going supervision of accounts payable, accounts receivable and office manager
Provide analysis and support meeting departmental requests and reports
Process budget appropriations with periodic monitoring of payroll and budget through position control maintenance, periodic review of general ledger accounts, and preparation of budget reports for City Council and in-house use
Perform municipal budget comparisons, serve as budget coordinator responsible for the start to finish budget process and presentation. Develop processes to ensure that departments identify costs and spend in accordance to budget guidelines34
Program Management and Supervisory
July 2014 to July 2015
Senior Community Development Specialist
Program administration and development of the HUD funded Community Development Block Grant and Home Investment Partnership Program providing federal funds for infrastructure projects, business and community development projects, and public service programs that benefit primarily low- and moderate-income persons
Development’s official representative to partner with developers and neighborhood organizations to build and maintain affordability standards for low- and moderate-income renters and owners. Determine program eligibility and implement City Council approval process and project underwriting
Oversight and development of program budgets, and payment processing
Financial Management
June 2001 to present
Budget Analyst
Develop, analyze and execute the annual budget.
Provide year-round financial interface with payroll and accounting tasks
Provide analysis and support for departmental requests and reports
Process budget appropriations with periodic monitoring of payroll and general ledger accounts
Perform municipal budget comparisons, serve as overall budget coordinator, represent the finance department in a variety of committee driven initiatives
Provide on-going MUNIS training to all levels staff
The Mayor’s Office of Management and Budget (OMB)
Supervisory and Compliance position
June 2000 to June 2001
Policy Analyst
Direct oversight responsibility, provide guidance on policy and compliance issues as it relates to the Federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
Coordinate program goals to meet HUD guidelines
Assist program directors by providing technical assistance in budgetary planning/management and program development
Knowledge of the City’s financial management system - FMS and IDIS
CASES – Center for Alternative Sentencing and Employment Services 12/90 to 6/97
Supervisory position
Acting Director of Personnel
5/94 to 7/96
Oversight of several administrative responsibilities including staff recruitment, workload management
Supervisor to benefits administrator, workers compensation administrator, payroll clerk and development and training officer.
Responsible for the integrity of personnel records
Knowledge of “fund” accounting techniques and contributed to the development of a in – house Personnel Management Information System (PMIS)
Coordinate the employee recognition program as well as the tuition assistance program
Designated personnel officer to handle employee grievance procedures
Staff Development Officer
12/92 to 5/94
Select and recruit management and staff level employees. Conduct orientation for new hires
Review employment references, process new hires, and document all personnel changes
Generate reports and initiate documentation in support of the agency's policies including performance evaluations, compensation changes and eligibility for 401K employer match
Professional Affiliations
Coast Guard Auxillary
Mamaroneck, NY
Flotilla 014-07-05
FSO-IS officer May 2018-present