Financial Analyst Accounts Payable Treasury Certifying Officer
Resume:
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Pearl River, LA 70452
Skills
SAP applications
Financial analysis
Data analysis
Accounts Payable Expert
Audit preparation
Performance evaluation and training development
Software testing
Presenter in a large audience
Proficient in Excel, Micro Soft Office, and Access
Multitasking and organizational abilities
Teamwork and collaboration
Education And Training
04/1987
Legal Secretary Certificate:
Legal Studies
Institute of Legal Studies
Metairie, LA
03/1986
GED:
Bonnabel High School
Kenner, LA
Certifications
National Association of Realtors
New Orleans Metropolitan Association of Realtors
Tammy Alphonse
Summary
Dedicated Supervisory Financial Analyst at USDA/OCFO/FMS with expertise in disbursements, confirmation and reconciliation processing of customer payments. Overwhelmingly recognized for optimizing the disbursement processes and enhancing team performance through effective training and leadership. Proficient at data analysis and presenting findings to senior management, ultimately enhancing the productivity of our Shared Services Provider capacity in financial operations and reconciliation of USDA agency payments.
Experience
Financial Management Services - USDA/OCFO - Supervisory Financial Analyst
New Orleans, LA
05/1999 - 03/2025
Processed $30 million to $50 million in domestic and foreign payments per day within SAP FIORI and FIET.
SAP Subject Matter Expert for Financial Management Services and customer agencies in disbursements, confirmations, and reconciliation of daily disbursements.
Analyzed, gathered, reviewed, and submitted yearly audits for disbursements (domestic/foreign), confirmations, and prompt pay within SAP applications.
Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis within SAP applications regarding the disbursement, confirmation, and reconciliation areas. Submitted monthly reports to senior management and customer agencies of payments processed.
FIORI/FIET 50 team member who provided processing knowledge in the building and implementation of the FIORI/FIET from the FMMI/GUI SAP applications. Conducted testing of software and systems to ensure quality and reliability.
Worked successfully with team members, customer agencies, and cross-functional teams to accomplish goals and address issues with knowledgeable, timely service related to our financial shared services operations.
Yearly presenter at the USDA Financial Management Services and Contracting Officers Forums.
Conducted quarterly performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback, and setting individual goals through the Federal Employee Career Development IDP Plan.
Prepared and presented quarterly and yearly reports on team performance, challenges, and achievements to senior management.
Led weekly team meetings to discuss progress, address issues, and plan future actions.
Trained new employees on policies, job duties, and performance expectations.
Developed training materials and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for staff members and agency representatives. Reviewed and updated SOPs to assess areas in need of improvement.
Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
Interpreted, educated customer agencies and instituted numerous laws pertaining to contracts and prompt pay within daily disbursements.
Department Of Justice and US Attorney Office - Paralegal
New Orleans, LA
04/1989 - 05/1999
Utilized legal software and databases for case management and legal research.
Composed and filed indictments, motions, pleadings, subpoenas, and appeals with court clerks to expedite trial proceedings.
Conducted comprehensive legal research and analysis to support case preparation and litigation processes.
Interviewed witnesses and agents, obtaining vital case information to support the Assistant U.S. Attorneys.
Attended court proceedings to observe and assist in jury selection, trials, or hearings.
Assisted attorneys in court by preparing and managing exhibit books, witness lists, and evidence to ensure that all necessary materials were available.
Assisted witnesses with entry into the Witness Protection Program.
Assisted in implementation of the Three Strikes You’re Out Law within the Eastern District of Louisiana (EDLA).
Lead paralegal in first death case for the EDLA.
Lead paralegal in largest Medicare/Medicaid Fraud cases for the EDLA.
Established and managed Stop Waste Fraud and Abuse Hotline.
Reported felony convictions to Clerk of Court for loss of voting rights.
Stayed abreast of changes in laws, legislative and regulatory guidelines.
Evaluated court orders to determine Thrift Savings Plan entitlement.
Accomplishments
USDA Secretary of Agriculture Award 2024
USDA Spot Awards, Time Off Awards
USDA Managerial Recognition Awards
References
References available upon request.
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