Grants Manager
Resume:
GWENDOLYN REESE
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Professional Summary
Grants Manager with over ten years of excellent project management skills, specializing in managing and supervising government funding and programs. Expertise in human resource management, financial administration, executive administrative support, accounting, payroll, and budget management. Extensive knowledge of corporate and non-profit business and management principles. Strong ability to provide strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership, and coordination of people and resources. In-depth understanding of accounting principles and analytic processes associated with local, state, and government funding. Experienced in grant writing, grant management, reports, government auditing, benefits, cost allocation, individual and business tax preparation.
Education and Certifications
Certified Tax Preparer
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS-200) Certificate
Homeless Training Institute (Nonprofit Training Certification)
Certification in Microsoft Excel, Skill Path
Certification in 2018 Desktop QuickBooks
Certification in Finance and Accounting for Administrative Professionals
Undergraduate Studies in Business Administration, Hawaii Pacific University
Human Resource Personnel Specialist Diploma, U.S. Army, Fort Jackson, SC
Military Finance Certificate, U.S. Army, Schofield Barracks, Hawaii
Technology and Skills
Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software: QuickBooks, Invoicing Systems
Database Systems: User, Case Management Systems, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Tax Software
Grant Databases: National and Local Government
Human Resources Software: Human Resource Information System (HRIS)
Office Equipment: Printers, Computers, Photocopiers, Multi-Phone Systems, Scanners, Video Conference Cameras
Business Analysis: SWOT, PESTEL, financial modeling, risk assessment, requirements gathering, stakeholder analysis
Professional Experience
Certified Independent Tax Preparer and Business/Non-Profit Consultant
Nu Image Creations Consulting LLC.
June 2010 – Present
Prepare and file complex tax returns using advanced tax software solutions.
Analyze financial data to identify tax-saving opportunities and compliance risks.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance.
Spearheaded a cross-functional team to redesign business processes, resulting in a 20% efficiency gain and annual savings of $500K
Facilitated the corporate restructuring of a non-profit, leading to a 25% increase in operational efficiency
Central Support Grants Manager
Connections Homes Inc.
February 2023 – Jan 2025
Conducted in-depth research on over 2 million foundations, corporations, government agencies, and other potential funders to identify and evaluate prospects for grants.
Compiled and meticulously tracked grant reporting as required by foundation and corporate donors.
Tracked critical statistics relevant to development using Airtable.
Maintained comprehensive records in the database file system, including grant tracking and reporting.
Oversaw and supported grant management processes across all state branches.
Director of Government Grants and Contracts
First Step Staffing Inc., Atlanta, GA
November 2019 – February 2022
Oversaw and managed $2 million in government grants and contracts in the Southeast region.
Supported program implementation and compliance for a $69 million revenue non-profit across five states.
Conducted cost analysis and coordinated with departments for funding needs.
Prepared grant proposals and facilitated programmatic and financial reports, invoicing, accounting, and audits.
Trained staff on government programs.
Veteran Employee Supportive Services Specialist
Mary Hall Freedom House, Roswell, GA
November 2015 – November 2019
Managed a $340,000 budget for a 20-year non-profit organization.
Administered a Department of Labor grant and composed budget reports.
Ensured accuracy of financial data through routine financial audits.
Coordinated with suppliers and vendors, maintaining supply inventory and financial accounts.
Assisted clients with job applications and interviews.
Organized staff/client training and community outreach.
Professional Experience (Continued)
Administrative Consultant/Master Stylist
Nu Image Creations Hair Salon, Hiram, GA
July 2006 – August 2015
Provided administrative support for salon operations.
Supervised marketing, payroll, and overall management.
Managed scheduling, travel arrangements, contracts, and administrative tasks.
Personnel Analyst Processing Technician
SERCO Inc., Fort Stewart, GA
November 2004 – May 2006
Managed administrative functions for active-duty personnel.
Maintained personnel records and processed insurance information.
Supported deployment processing for soldiers.
Human Resources Supervisor
U.S. Army, Fort Stewart, GA
May 2002 – May 2004
Supervised a human resources staff providing services for an 800-member organization.
Conducted weekly training sessions and developed a tracking system for personnel documents.
Human Resources Management and Program Analyst
U.S. Army, Wheeler AAF, HI
May 2001 – April 2002
Supervised HR staff in a 150-person headquarters brigade.
Advised senior management on soldier readiness and employment placement.
Trained team members on financial duties.
References available upon request
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