Information Technology Financial Modeling
Resume:
Newton, MA. *****
*******@*******.***
CLAUDE C.R. BELLOT
617-***-**** (days)
617-***-**** (cell)
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Experience in overseeing all functional areas of an Academic Department
Over 18 years experienced in fiscal management and capital budgeting
Demonstrated ability to efficiently generate information necessary to monitor financial operations, build business models, and inform decision making through the use of information technology and financial modeling.
Knowledgeable in most Federal payment reimbursement systems and mechanisms. Expertise in manual drawdowns of Federal funds using, NSF ACM$, ASAP, G5 (US Dept. of Education Grants), GRPS (Dept. of Justice), WAWF, VIPERS (Dept. of Energy).
Knowledge of Reporting Requirements and submission of Federal Financial Reports (FFRs) for most Federal Agencies.
Thorough knowledge of OMB Uniform Guidance. Member of NCURA
Good judgment, outstanding analytical and problem solving skills
Proven strengths and knowledge in the performance and comprehensive financial management of pre and post award Federal and Industrial research contracts
Recipient of MIT’s Infinite Mile Team Award for 2002
COMPUTER SKILLS: Microsoft Access, Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Project.
Banner, Oracle, Brio Query, SAP, Financial Modeling
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
2019-2024 MassAudubon, Lincoln, MA
Grants Administrator
Spearheaded the proposal to obtain a NICRA – Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement, for the organization.
Collaborate with development, finance, and program staff to ensure an accurate, timely, efficient and transparent process for managing the entire grant life cycle, from proposal to final reporting, primarily focusing on government grants and contracts.
Grant Project Management: Oversee the pre-award and post-award activity to effectively track expenditures for all projects receiving government funding and large foundation grants. Organize initial grant kick-off coordination and planning meetings for complex grant awards and assist with management of grant awards (grant reporting, team meetings, compiling spending reports, etc.). Submit financial reports and reimbursement requests and other materials to government agencies in a timely manner.
Maintain Grant Process & Systems: Implement and improve processes and systems related to grant proposal development and grants management.
Collaboration: Serve as key liaison between the development department, business office, and program staff at HQ and wildlife sanctuaries.
Monitor and Implement Compliance Measures: Stay updated on state and federal regulations and guidance for management and submission requirements.
Grant Proposal Budget Development and Project Accounting
2008- 2019 Northeastern University, Boston, MA
Financial Analyst, Research Administration and Finance
Provide pre and post award support and reporting for the National Science Foundation funded Center and the School of Engineering.
Administration of two major contracts with the Department of Homeland Security.
Manual drawdowns of Federal funds using various Federal Reimbursement systems and mechanisms, ASAP, G5 (US Dept of Education), GRPS (Dept. of Justice), WAWF, VIPERS (Dept of Energy).
Process NSF ACM$ cash drawdowns for all NSF
Invoicing of all NSF pass-through subawards and Foundation grants.
Submission of Federal Financial Reports (FFRs) for most Federal Agencies, and ensuring that they are received in a timely manner.
Collection of outstanding receivables for subawards and Foundation grants through coordination with PIs and other stakeholders.
2005- 2008 Northeastern University, Boston, MA
Senior Grants and Contract Specialist, Department of Sponsored Projects Administration
Provide pre and post award support for National Science Foundation
Advise and assist faculty with research budget development and preparation.
Review, approve and process grant modifications, pre-awards and no- cost extension along with ongoing communication with Engineering faculty in regards to University and federal policies and regulations.
1980-2005 Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA 1998-2005 Budget Officer, Office of Budget and Financial Planning
Responsible for the preparation of summary reports on major construction projects constituting the Institute’s $1.35 billion construction program.
Monitor the spending and funding of multiple small and large construction and acquisition projects across the campus through the Committee for the Review of Space Planning (CRSP).
Maintain and update the Capital Plan and estimate its impact on the operating budget, fundraising and debt activity.
Assist in compiling information and writing the Capital Section of the annual Budget Book, end of year reports and queries from data warehouse.
Work closely with senior budget staff in the detail preparation of the Institute’s capital budget.
Interpret budget policies for MIT staff, providing advice and guidance on to ensure proper and consistent application of funds.
Evaluate budget vs. actual performance to identify issues and make recommendations for corrections in spending.
Special Project: Data Sharing for Capital Projects
Spearheaded and coordinated a major data sharing project for the integration and sharing of data on capital projects across departments thereby providing easy access to key data by stakeholders. Identified problems caused by data for management of capital project being spreads across departments and applications, and proposed looking at ways in which data could be leveraged and accessed.
Fiscal Administrator, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Department.
Responsible for the management of all departmental accounts (general, fund/fellowship and research) and the department's compliance with M.I.T and sponsor policies and audit requirements for these accounts.
Assessed operational needs and/or problems and recommended solutions.
Managed and supervised the administrative staff payroll distribution system (SANDI), effort reporting and certification.
Assisted faculty with budget preparation for research proposals, reviewed and approved research proposals, and opened/closed research accounts.
Prepared financial projections, various internal and external financial reports, research budgets and research volume forecasts.
Prepared standard and nonstandard reports, financial analysis, forecasting, graphs and the research budget for the department.
Worked on special projects for Administrative Officer in budget-related areas resolving issues with M.I.T offices (accounting, OSP, audit, travel, payroll, etc.).
Special Project
Documented and developed a process flow chart for out of pocket reimbursement to faculty which made the process more efficient and significantly reduced the waiting period. Implemented a robust monitoring system and established policies and procedures and trained staff in the tracking of expenses on research contracts. Rectified, balanced and successful terminated approximately 60 research contracts with various budget overrun problems.
Administrative Assistant, Department of Earth, Atmospheric and Planetary Sciences
Responsible for all aspects of Grant and Contract administration for four faculty members including proposal development, submission, pre and post award management, monthly financial performance and termination.
Assistant Director of Forestry & Wildlife, Ministry of Agriculture Government of Dominica, West Indies
Responsible for development and implementation of wildlife preservation legislation, training forest wardens; supervision of five Forest Rangers and twenty Forest Guards.
Prepared and managed department budget of $2.5M including purchasing and inventory maintenance of all equipment and supplies.
EDUCATION
1998 Bentley College, Waltham, Massachusetts
MBA, Finance
1988 University of Massachusetts, Boston, Massachusetts
BSc, Business Management
1976 Eastern Caribbean Institute of Agriculture & Forestry, Trinidad, West Indies
Associate Degree, Forest Management
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