Budget Analyst Data Analytics

ANTHONY EZELL

Cibolo, TX *****

440-***-**** ********@*****.***

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A results-driven leader with greater than 15 years of experience in government budget and finance, seeking to leverage expertise in budget management, team leadership, and compliance in a similar role with Customs and Border Protection of the Department of Homeland Security. Proven track record in managing complex budgets, ensuring audit readiness, and driving financial transparency across diverse operational environments. Highly skilled in financial reporting, data analytics, and internal controls, with a strong ability to advise teams on fiscal accountability, best practices, and effective budget/financial management strategies. Career supported by operational experience, a Master of Business Administration degree, and a Master of Operational Studies.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Dept of Homeland Security – Customs and Border Protection (CBP) 12/2024 - 03/30/2025

San Antonio, TX 78108 (Internship: Virtual)

Supervisor: Nekeisha Munford 202-***-**** Salary: $0

OK to Contact: Yes

Budget Analyst (Office of Information Technology (OIT) / Enterprise & Infrastructure Operations Directorate (EIOD))

Summary of Position:

Internship serving as a budget analyst supporting Customs and Border Protection (CBP) by performing a variety of EIOD’s budgetary administrative functions supporting formulation and execution of a $125M budget, across all phases of the budget cycle within CBP, and providing recommendations to leadership. Utilizes strong oral and written communication to prepare a variety of recurring budget reports spanning funding status, expenses, and obligations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Skilled in analysis and application of financial activity for use in forecasting and modeling methods and tools. Superior ability in a range of briefing techniques used to report on quarterly and annual financial reports for management.

Ability and skill in developing singular, specific and multi-audience presentations, summaries and other communications in a clear and concise manner to organize work assignments and to provide management with recommendations related to budgetary policies, processes, and precedents.

Integrates a variety of budgetary best practices to leverage available resources to advise management on budget execution. Ability to create and maintain dashboards and other budgetary reporting tools.

Monitors the execution of budget resources of different types of funding, such as multi-year appropriations, allotments from external Offices within CBP, transfers of funds from other Agencies, reimbursement for services performed, revenue from working capital funds, and trust accounts.

Key Accomplishments:

Maintained financial reports, improved budget tracking, and reporting accuracy for a $125M budget, ensuring timely identification of spending trends and obligation rates.

Assisted in the analysis and application of financial data to support forecasting models, contributing to data-driven budget formulation across all phases of the CBP budget cycle.

Created and led briefings to management providing key insights to support resource allocation and strategic planning within CBP.

United States Army – Various Domestic Locations 10/2016 – Current

4th Expeditionary Sustainment Command (ESC)

Fort Sam Houston, San Antonio, TX 78234

Supervisor: Christopher Garcia 210-***-**** Salary: $130,000

OK to Contact: Yes Hours per week: 40

Budget Officer (Resource Management)

Summary of Position:

Chief of budget operations for a corporation of more than 7,000 personnel across 4 states; planned, prepared, and executed an annual Reserve, Personnel, Army (RPA) budget of greater than $25M. Provided oversight, guidance, and support to 4 organizations with budget formulation, estimates, and submission.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Developed, justified, and oversaw the execution of the corporation’s budget. Ensure funds were allocated in accordance with mission priorities, fiscal law, and higher command directives. Monitored obligations, expenditures, and funding adjustments to maximize budget efficiency.

Ensured compliance with Department of the Army and Department of Defense (DoD) financial policies, regulations, and audit readiness standards. Conducted internal reviews and managed Unliquidated Obligations (ULO).

Analyzed funding requirements across personnel, operations, and sustainment programs. Provided leadership with data-driven recommendations for financial planning, cost-saving measures, and reallocation of resources to meet evolving mission needs.

Served as the senior financial advisor to the Resource Management Officer (RMO) and corporation leadership. Coordinated with higher headquarters, subordinate units, and external agencies to align budgetary strategies, resolve financial issues, and ensured seamless execution of fiscal operations.

Key Accomplishments:

Demonstrated a strong ability to plan, develop, and execute financial reporting systems, ensuring accurate resource control procedures. Played a key role in managing the financial oversight of various programs, ensuring adherence to policies and maximizing resource utilization for mission-critical activities.

Earned a #1 out of 7 ranking, within a large organization for effectively executing a $25M annual budget. Through effective communication, closely monitoring and tracking spending, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and prioritizing funding for critical initiatives. I drove operational efficiency and ensured mission success.

Ensured the accuracy and completeness of submitted budget justification by identifying discrepancies and enhancing the reliability of budget estimates. Provided leadership with well-supported financial date, improving budget transparency, compliance, and resource allocation efficiency.

Excelled in preparing and presenting sensitive, complex budgetary materials to senior management. Delivered clear, concise, and well-supported briefings that contributed to decision-making processes, even in instances involving controversial or high-stakes financial decisions0

374th Financial Management Support Unit

1001 Ogletown Road, Newark, DE 19711

Supervisor: Lieutenant Colonel David Russell 330-***-**** Salary: $110,000

OK to Contact: Yes Hours per week: 40

Commander / Finance Director

Summary of Position:

Directed and coordinated the financial management functions of an organization of over 250 employees across 4 states; planned, resourced, and assessed collective training for the unit; provided oversight, accountability, and operational readiness for property valued at more than $15M.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Led and managed financial management operations, including military pay, disbursing, commercial vendor services, and fund control. Ensured detachments executed financial support in accordance with Army and Department of Defense (DoD) regulations while maintaining operational readiness.

Oversaw training, professional development, and the welfare of all Soldiers across the company. Ensured employees were deployable, proficient in their financial management duties, and prepared to support contingency operations.

Managed the unit’s operational budget, ensured proper allocation and execution of funds to sustain training, logistics, and mission requirements. Coordinated with higher headquarters for financial planning and resource allocation.

Served as the primary link between the company, its detachments, higher headquarters, and external agencies. Ensured seamless financial operations by coordinating with brigade/division G8, Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS), and supported units.

Key Accomplishments:

Strategically guided financial decision-making processes by conducting comprehensive analysis, forecasting, and risk assessments, resulted in informed resource allocation and cost-saving initiatives.

Mentored and trained junior financial personnel on financial management best practices. Fostered a culture of excellence and proficiency within the team; ensured over 25 personnel submitted Finance Manager Certifications with 100% completion in a single calendar year.

Administered and managed travel pay for 240+ military personnel, meticulously ensuring accurate disbursement and timely processing of reimbursements, aligning with strict regulatory guidelines and policies.

Provided expert oversight for a substantial operation, facilitating the successful completion of over 2,000 coded pay actions with an exceptional accuracy rate of 98.8%.

United States Transportation Command / TCJ6

901 South Drive, Scott AFB, IL 62225

Supervisor: Darren Johnson 618-***-**** Salary: $90,000

OK to Contact: Yes Hours per week: 40

Finance Manager (Information Technology (IT) / Resources & Enterprise Infrastructure (EI))

Summary of Position:

Managed 11 government and contractor employees; provided financial oversight for funds totaling $101M for an Information Technology (IT) budget and $503K for a non-IT budget; served as the Fund Line Manager for Corporate Data Solutions (CDS), Cyber Security, and Infrastructure with a budget totaling $22M.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Managed the formulation, execution, and budget of each assigned program. Oversaw the financial management of all requirements and capabilities within each respective funding program(s).

Provided expert guidance and support to managers and budget staff throughout all phases of the budget process for both appropriated, non-appropriated, and reimbursable funds.

Assisted in day-to-day management of all personnel and aspect of branch personnel.

Utilized a comprehensive understanding of program development, budget formulation, and manpower management to effectively guide budget execution. Developed and implemented budgetary techniques that resulted in more efficient allocation and utilization of funds across multiple programs.

Key Accomplishments:

Streamlined procurement procedures and demonstrated adeptness in swiftly acquiring essential resources, enabling agile decision-making and rapid deployment of critical assets, while consistently ensuring adherence to budgetary constraints and regulatory compliance.

Facilitated a 6% reduction in the Cyber and IT portfolio budget, a 25% decrease in contract expenses, and achieved cumulative savings of approximately $250 million over a 5-year period.

Leveraged knowledge of the Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process to optimize budget formulation and execution. Ensured compliance with federal regulations, improved resource allocation, and provided data-driven recommendations to leadership, enhancing fiscal efficiency.

Developed and delivered clear and concise briefings to senior leaders on budget execution and financial performance, using data-driven insights to inform decision-making and address critical concerns. Successfully tailored communication to align with leadership priorities, resulting in actionable guidance and improved organizational outcomes.

Expertly executed contract closeouts, deobligating $1.5M in excess funds and ensuring 100% audit compliance ahead of FY deadline.

Excelled in preparing and presenting sensitive, complex budgetary materials to senior management. Delivered clear, concise, and well-supported briefings that contributed to decision-making processes, even in instances involving controversial or high-stakes financial decisions.

Defense Finance and Accounting Services (DFAS)

1240 E. 9th Street, Cleveland, OH 44199 Dates: 05/2016-05/2019

Supervisor: Brandt Heinrich 216-***-**** Salary: $84,000.00

OK to Contact: Yes Hours per week: 40

Accountant

Summary of Position:

Managed financial oversight and cost control for defense-related projects, ensuring accurate budgeting, expense tracking, and timely financial reporting at the Defense and Financial Accounting Services Agency.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Maintained and reconciled general ledger accounts.

Ensured accuracy and compliance with federal financial regulations, policies, and standards.

Work with military departments, federal agencies, and stakeholders to correct accounting errors.

*Accepted an Army Reserve Active Guard/Reserve (AGR) position effective 10/2016.

910th Airlift Wing (Air Force Reserves)

3976 King Graves Road, Vienna, OH 44473 Dates: 09/2014-05/2016

Supervisor: Lori Cook 330-***-**** Salary: $83,000.00

OK to Contact: Yes (Retired) Hours per week: 40

Management (Cost) Analyst

Summary of Position:

Evaluated financial data, develop costed estimates, and analyzed budgets to support mission readiness. Monitored expenditures, conducting cost-benefit analyses, ensured compliance with regulations, and provided financial recommendations to leadership for efficient resource allocation.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Performed audit reviews of Air Force (AF) Services financial programs and prepare a variety of reports.

Planned, initiated, and conducted special analyses and studies as directed by higher.

Served as the Wing Audit Focal Point (AFP) for Internal and External Audits

Established, developed, and maintained effective working relationships with base organizations, senior leadership, representatives from other military services, and the Department of Defense (DoD) agencies.

Key Accomplishments:

Led the Installation as chairperson, collaborated with internal and external personnel to successfully complete an approved $9.4M Firing Range cost analysis project on time and within all deadlines.

Successfully coordinated a large-scale travel pay audit through effective communication with leadership and internal/external agencies, achieving an outstanding outcome.

EDUCATION

Master of Operational Studies (MOS) – GPA: 3.7

Command and General Staff College, Fort Leavenworth, KS – May 2023

Master of Business Administration (MBA) – GPA: 3.6

Maryville University, St. Louis, MO – December 2018

Bachelor of Science – Finance – GPA: 3.3

Cleveland State University, Cleveland, OH – December 2003

CERTIFICATIONS AND TRAINING

Certified Scrum Master

Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt

Financial Management Level II Certification (DoD)

AWARDS

Defense Meritorious Service Medal Meritorious Service Medal

Army Accommodation Medal Air Force Commendation Medal

Joint Service Achievement Medal Air Force Achievement Medal

Afghanistan Campaign Medal w/ Campaign Star Southwest Asia Service Medal w/ 2 Bronze Service Stars

Global War on Terrorism Service Medal Kuwait Liberation Medal

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