Management Specialist Financial
Resume:
Ali Sanjabi, International MBA
Silver Spring, MD 20906
Phone: 301-***-****, Mobile: 240-***-**** (text only) Email: ***.*********@*****.***
Country of Citizenship: United States of America
AVAILABILITY: Job Type: Permanent
Work Schedule: Full Time
DESIRED LOCATIONS: US-DC
US-MD, Suburbs of DC
US-VA, Suburbs of DC
WORK EXPERIENCE:
September 2023 to February 2025
40 Hours/Week
$86,444/Year
U.S. Integrated Ocean Observing System Program
Regions, Budget, and Policy Division
U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Financial Management Specialist
Dedicated and detail-oriented Financial Management Specialist with extensive experience in budget execution, financial management, and internal controls. Seeking to leverage expertise in the U.S. Integrated Ocean Observing System Program to contribute to NOAA’s mission in enhancing financial accountability and operational efficiency.
• Supported budget execution and financial management; established controls and monitored the rate of expenditures throughout the fiscal year, ensuring adherence to financial objectives.
• Led planning and tracking of office travel and training budget; responsible for approving travel and training budgets, reviewing E2 travel system activities for local, domestic, and international expenses. Reviewed and reported employee travel cards in statements quarterly.
• Monitored and tracked financial Internal Agency Agreements (IAA) with a focus on maintaining communication with internal and external agencies for smooth financial operations.
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• Identified and resolved discrepancies related to funding issues, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with policies.
• Utilized Business Applications Solution (BAS) software applications to effectively track, record, and reconcile financial data; analyzed financial reports for compatibility with planned objectives and prior periods.
• Provided recommendations based on analysis of processing flows and integrated external systems; offered solutions to improve internal controls and enhance financial reporting.
• Developed and implemented methods to streamline financial data accumulation and reporting processes, significantly improving efficiency with a 30% time saving for employees.
• Oversaw the preparation and presentation of financial statements and reports to management and developed actionable recommendations based on data trends.
• Ensured timely completion of obligations and expenditure documentation in compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations, maintaining alignment with the division’s financial spending plan.
• Acted as a liaison between IOOS and Human Resources for hiring processes, promotions, and employee documentation updates; effectively managed operational schedules and administrative functions for executive leadership. September 2021 to May 2022
40 Hours/Week
$64,272/Year
School of Language, Education, and Culture
Gallaudet University
Washington, DC, USA
Program Support Specialist
• Provided comprehensive administrative support to eight academic departments, including the Department of English, Department of World Languages and Cultures, English Language Institute, and Master's Degree in International Development.
• Monitored and analyzed departmental budgets, creating comprehensive financial forecasts and identifying spending trends.
• Managed personnel actions including hiring, termination, promotion, and job title changes by completing necessary paperwork for both temporary and permanent employees.
• Established a systematic calendar to monitor deadlines for personnel action, contract expirations, and renewals.
• Developed and maintained detailed Excel files for faculty, staff, and student worker personnel information.
• Utilized Adobe EchoSign Documents to streamline signature collection for hiring contracts and Personnel Action Forms.
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• Administered the Time and Labor system, resolving employee time entry issues while ensuring compliance with overtime approvals and pay structures for adjunct professors and student workers.
• Processed check requests for domestic and international invoices, ensuring timely payment.
• Adhered to relevant laws and regulations, including FERPA, HIPAA, and Title IX, in handling sensitive information.
• Processed applications for the English Language Institute using PeopleSoft while advising students on health insurance and financial matters.
• Submitted interpreter requests for departments and facilitated logistics for professional development, including travel arrangements and conference registrations.
• Created and posted the English Language Institute schedule annually and managed requests for conference room reservations.
• Ordered and maintained inventory of office supplies to ensure efficient operations. August 2012 to September 2021
40 Hours/Week
$76,000/Year
English Language Institute (ELI)
Gallaudet University
Washington, DC, USA
Operations Support Specialist
• Budget Management: Provided daily oversight and execution of the operating budget for the English Language Institute. Monitored and analyzed budgetary expenses and revenues, developed enrollment and budget projections, and ensured compliance with financial limits.
• Financial Oversight: Classifying expenses and income; eliminating unnecessary allocations and reducing expenditures while streamlining the budget across various functions.
• Payroll Processing: Processed payroll and leave requests for staff, handled hiring and termination paperwork, and took charge of various Human Resources actions to ensure compliance and efficiency.
• Team Leadership: Hired, trained, and supervised front desk assistants, graphic designers, editorial assistants, and volunteers, promoting a collaborative and efficient working environment.
• Program Coordination: Developed, implemented, and reviewed office policies; created and managed forms for staff and students; processed interdepartmental invoices and requests, leading to increased operational efficiency.
• Accreditation Support: Assisted with accreditation requirements for the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation (CEA) and ensured compliance with international market standards.
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• Marketing and Recruitment: Monitored marketing functions to attract international students, resulting in a 300% increase in enrollment from 2004 to 2015. Utilized tools such as Radius and Peoplesoft for recruitment and applications.
• Event Management: Scheduled and managed events such as ELI Student Orientation and Awards Ceremony, fostering community engagement and showcasing the program’s successes.
• Reporting and Analysis: Compiled statistics and generated reports; conducted risk management analysis, ensuring the smooth operation of ELI initiatives.
• Customer Service: Delivered excellent service to staff, students, and visitors, addressing inquiries and providing logistical support as needed. October 2008 to May 2022
25 Hours/Month
Included in the Salary Above
Gallaudet University
Washington, DC, USA.
ACT Test Coordinator
Supervised the administration of the ACT test on behalf of Gallaudet University’s Admissions Office.
December 2017 to October 2020
8 Hours/Month
Included in the Salary Above
TOEFL ITP Coordinator
Supervised the administration of the TOEFL ITP level 1 test on behalf of the ELI and the Graduate School’s admission office.
July 2013 to August 2018
10 Hours/Semester
Included in the Salary Above
CaMLA Writing Test Coordinator
Supervised the administration of the CaMLA Writing Test for ELI students. Supervised the former METfor ELI test from CaMLA from July 2013 until the multiple-choice test was dropped in favor of just the METfor ELI Writing Test. Supervised the administration of the MET public test from CaMLA from July 2013 to June 2016. The MET test was from the Michigan Language Assessment site (https://michiganassessment.org) at the University of Michigan and in conjunction with Cambridge Assessment English. It had score rankings that was linked to the Common European Framework of Reference, which was why the test was selected by the ELI in the first place.
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August 2008 to July 2012
40 Hours/Week
$74,000/Year
Gallaudet University
Washington, DC USA
Coordinator of Operations
• Coordinated operations and monitored programs at the Center for International Programs and Services (CIPS) and ELI, ensuring the successful implementation of various educational initiatives and activities.
• Managed New Student Orientation for Gallaudet University and the ELI, aiding in the transition of new students into academic life.
• Recruited potential students for the ELI program and Gallaudet University, including conducting business trips abroad to promote educational offerings.
• Oversaw the ELI application process, collaborating with international student immigration officers for the review and approval of I-20 and DS-2019 forms for academically and financially qualified applicants.
• Assigned classes to students, ensuring a healthy teacher-to-student ratio and recorded mid-term and final grades, complying with confidentiality policies.
• In 2011, expanded role to manage budgeting and financial analysis, utilizing Excel to create budget reports, projections, and identifying areas for expense reduction.
• Processed payroll for CIPS and ELI staff, hired student assistants and volunteers, and managed office operations and visitor agendas.
• Developed and maintained operational data in Peoplesoft and analyzed enrollment statistics through Excel.
• Collected and analyzed teacher evaluations, facilitating feedback distribution to enhance instructional quality.
• Provided logistics support for staff professional development, including travel arrangements, conference registrations, and meeting coordination.
• Spearheaded the implementation of the first Study Tour at Gallaudet in 2011 and continued to create and develop customized programs in collaboration with CIPS for Study Abroad Tours.
• Processed applications for the World Deaf Leadership scholarship and contributed to accreditation tasks for the English Language Institute, pursuing accreditation from the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation (CEA) https://cea-accredit.org Page 6 of 11
October 2007 to May 2008
20 Hours/Week
$25,000/Semester
Gallaudet University
Washington, DC, USA
Assistant Instructor
Assisted as well as mentored the instructor in teaching Cross Cultural Communication, College Success Strategies, and American Sign Language levels I-II at the English Language Institute. January 2 to April 6, 2007
15 Hours/Week
$5000 Stipend
Office of International Programs and Services
135th Anniversary Subcommittee
Gallaudet University
Washington DC, USA
Chair
Organized a banquet at the Kellogg Conference Center for the 135th anniversary of the Office of International Programs and Services as the chair of the subcommittee. Live entertainment with an international essence was provided, and a silent auction was included. September 2004 to October 2007
15 Hours/Week
Included in Salary Below
Gallaudet University
Washington, DC, USA
Instructor
Taught Cross Cultural Communication, College Success Strategies, and American Sign Language levels I-II at the English Language Institute. August 2004 to July 2008
20 Hours/Week
$22,000/Semester
Gallaudet University
Washington, DC, USA
International ELISO Advisor / Recruiter / NSO Coordinator / Test Supervisor Page 7 of 11
Advised 70 English Language Institute Student Organization (ELISO) students on various issues. Recruited new ELI students for the English Language Institute (ELI), which was under the Office of International Programs and Services (OIPS). Coordinated New Student Orientation
(NSO) for new ELI students. Worked in a team on the undergraduate International Student Orientation (ISO). Supervised Degrees of Reading Power (DRP), Gallaudet Writing Exam
(GWE), and program-level pretests and posttests for the English Language Institute. March 1 to October 31, 2005
Department of Business 50th Anniversary Committee
Gallaudet University
Washington, DC, USA
Chair
Was the chair of the fiftieth anniversary committee on behalf of the late Dr. Isaac Agboola, the then-chair of the Department of Business. Instructed the office assistant dedicated to the event on how to obtain marketing materials and prepare for the banquet. Instructed the graphic design developer on how to build the website for the event. Coordinated the work by a group of student volunteers for the banquet.
EDUCATION: Southern New Hampshire University
International MBA (iMBA), May 9, 2015
Gallaudet University, Washington DC
BS in Business Administration, May 2007
PROFESSIONAL
DEVELOPMENT / JOB
RELATED TRAINING
• Property Management Certificate (2025)
• Budget Official Certificate (2024)
• Financial Management Training (2024)
• The Federal Budget Process (2024)
• Budget Execution (2024)
• GSA SmartPay Travel Card Training for Agency (2024)
• Appropriations Law Seminar (2024)
• The Federal Human Resources Business Partner (2024)
• Business Applications Solution Session 1 (2024)
• Business Applications Solution Session 2 (2024)
• Business Writing (2024)
• Controlled Unclassified Information (2023)
• E2 Travel Approving Official (2023)
• Cybersecurity and Privacy Training (2023)
• Title IX training (Annually from 2017 to 2022)
• Commission on English Language Program Accreditation
(CEA) Reaccreditation Workshop (June 8, 2018)
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• Commission on English Language Program Accreditation
(CEA) Reaccreditation Workshop (October 19-20, 2017)
• Webinar - International Student Orientation: Help Your International Students Succeed & Persist Through Graduation
(March 22, 2017)
• FERPA Training (December, 2015)
• Webinar - Risk Management Abroad (September 29, 2015)
• Webinar - Persistence vs Retention (April, 2014)
• NAFSA Embassy Dialogue Committee on Education (EDC)
(October 16, 2013)
• Federal Connection (GUP 10), (February 20, 2013)
• Washington DC Area TESOL’s workshop Strategies for Using Technology to Teach ESL, (June 4, 2011)
• Bilingual Approaches Workshop, (May 16-27, 2011)
• Administering Compensation (GUP 12), (March 2011)
• Managing Conflict (LD102), (March 2011)
• Grammar Graphics Workshop, (March 5, 2010)
• SEVIS II (2010)
• FERPA (Law 3) (May 2009)
• SEVIS I (2009)
WORK PROJECTS • Financial Management Improvement Program Conference
(2024)
• Open House Booth on behalf of the Undergraduate
Admissions Office for the ACT test (twice a year from 2017 to 2022)
• Booth representative for Gallaudet University and the English Language Institute at the Korean Association of Deaf 70th Year Celebration Convention in Seoul, South Korea (May 30
- June 7th, 2016).
• Booth representative for Gallaudet University and the English Language Institute at the India Deaf Expo in Coimbatore, India (December 14, 2015 - January 5th, 2016)
• Booth representative of Gallaudet University and the English Language Institute at the World Federation of the Deaf conference in Istanbul, Turkey (July 25 - August 23, 2015)
• Went on an educational prospect screening trip to Muscat, Oman at the request of the Omani embassy on behalf of Gallaudet University/ELI (September 18-26, 2014)
• Gallaudet University/ELI booth representative for 1st International Forum for the Deaf Muslims conference in Doha, Qatar (November 11-13, 2013)
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• Gallaudet University/ELI booth representative for GETEX education, training and professional development exhibit in Dubai, UAE (April 15 - 21, 2013)
• Gallaudet University/ELI booth representative at Third India Deaf Expo in Mumbai, India (December 24, 2012 - January 3, 2013)
• Gallaudet University/ELI booth representative at 7th Asia Pacific Deaf Games in Seoul, South Korea (May 23 - June 3, 2012).
• Representative of Gallaudet University/English Language Institute for the Gallaudet University exhibit booth at Deaflymics in Taipei, Taiwan (September, 2009)
• ELI NSO management (August 2005, January 2006, August 2006, January 2007, August 2007, January 2008)
• Representative of Gallaudet University/English Language Institute for the Gallaudet University exhibit booth at World Federation of the Deaf in Spain, July 16 – 22, 2007
• Bush Banquet Food Preparation at the National Museum of Natural History on behalf of the Grand Hyatt Washington
(May 2002)
• Gold Cup Horse Racing Food Service and Hosting for 5000 people on behalf of the Grand Hyatt Washington (2001-2006) LANGUAGES
English American Sign Language
Written: Intermediate Receptive: Fluent
Read: Intermediate Expressive: Fluent
Farsi or Persian Iranian Sign Language
Written: Intermediate Receptive: Fluent
Read: Fluent Expressive: Fluent
Japanese Sign Language International Sign
Receptive: Fluent Receptive: Intermediate
Expressive: Fluent Expressive: Fluent
AWARDS: • Jabbar Baghcheban Award was issued to me by the National Congress of Deaf Iranians conference committee in Tabriz, Iran (August 2018)
• Best Trainer for Operations Management for Deaf
Organizations Award was given to me by Iranian Deaf Page 10 of 11
NGOs Coordination Network (IDNCN) at Ahvaz, Iran
(December, 2017)
• Deaf Community Award was given to the Pezvak
Nashnva team by a group of Iranian expatriates in
Hamburg, Germany, which I am a member, for the best year in educational advocacy (March 18-20, 2016)
• Consultant Award was given by the conference committee at the First Conference of Deaf Iranians Living Overseas in Hamburg (March 18-20, 2016)
• Plaque was given to me by the Kuwaiti Sports Club for the Deaf
• A Deaf Empowerment Award from the National Center of the Deaf of Fars Province in Iran was given to me at the World Federation of the Deaf conference in Istanbul, Turkey (July 25 - August 23, 2015)
• Plate Award was given to me by the Sultanate of Oman Ministry of Higher Education (September 18-26, 2014) ORGANIZATIONS
• Inducted into the Gamma Nu Chapter of Delta Mu Delta at Southern New Hampshire University (March 2014)
• International Awareness Week, Advisor for ELISO
(March 2005, April 2006, April 2007, April 2008)
PUBLICATIONS: Consultant and Author
Worked together as a team on the "Zaban Eshareh Irani (ZEI) and Its Fingerspelling System" article in the Sign Language Studies journal, volume 16, issue 4, by Ali Sanjabi, Abbas Ali Behmanesh, Ardavan Guity, Sara Siyavoshi, Martin Watkins, and Julie A. Hochgesang (Summer 2016)
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