Financial Analyst Senior
Resume:
Garry Mcphie
· *** Karis Cove, McDonough GA ***** · Cell 228-***-**** · ******@*****.***
Summary of Qualifications
Highly analytical and detail-oriented financial professional with a strong background in business finance, financial modeling, and data-driven decision-making. Adept at streamlining financial processes, leveraging technology for in-depth analysis, and driving operational efficiencies. Proven ability to manage complex financial systems and provide strategic insights that support business growth.
Excellent Software & Systems: Tableau, Power BI, Salesforce, FBMS (Federal Business Management System), PMIS (Project Management Information System), ASF4 (Advanced Shipping Notice 4), Capture Solutions Server, Geo Media, Geo-Spatial Imaging, Earned Value System, IRIS Recruiting Module, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook), ESRI GIS Mapping, Insight Business Analysis Tool, Dreamweaver.
Internet Recruiting Tools: S3 (Student System Source)
Education
Master’s Degree in Business Administration, 2023- 2025
Georgia Southern University – Statesboro, GA
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration Finance, 2005- 2009
University of South Alabama – Mobile, AL
New York Life Financial Securities Intern, 2007-2008
Financial Advising, Shadow Financial Advisor, Complete Career School
High School Diploma 2001-2005
Ocean Springs High School – Ocean Springs, MS
Certifications
Alabama Certified Appraiser (Real Property)- August 13, 2015
Auburn University- Auburn, AL
Professional Experience
Department of the Interior- National Park Service December 2020-Pres
Atlanta, GA
Sr Financial Analyst
Senior Concessions Management Specialist providing general concession management support and financial analysis of the Commercial Services Program to parks/divisions within the Southeast Region.
Lead financial oversight and strategic management for the Southeast Region’s commercial services portfolio, comprising over 900 concession contracts and commercial use authorizations generating $102M in gross receipts and $4M in government revenue annually.
Architect advanced financial models from scratch in Excel, forecasting 10-year operational and capital expenditures, supporting scenario planning and decision-making for senior leadership.
Leverage internal systems and Build models to develop financial forecasts which are used to support business decisions
Review and validate external consulting firm models to ensure adherence to federal policy and analytical rigor.
Standardize data collection protocols, regional analysis guidelines, and operational review processes to ensure consistent financial oversight across diverse parks.
Spearhead service-wide investigations into financial complaints and operational deficiencies; deliver comprehensive reports and drive corrective actions to safeguard fiscal integrity.
Deliver targeted financial guidance through recurring and ad hoc reporting, empowering OBPA managers with actionable insights that influence operational and budgetary decisions.
Negotiate policy and budget strategies with senior stakeholders; influence regional and national-level financial decisions and drive improvements to commercial operations.
Design and implement annual condition assessment strategies to monitor infrastructure, financial health, and operational performance of concession-managed assets.
Lead cross-functional projects focused on revenue growth, cost optimization, and risk mitigation, while aligning outcomes with the National Park Service’s mission of conservation and public engagement.
Uniti Fiber December 2018-2020
Mobile, AL
Network Design and Cost Analyst
Build financial models for strategic projects and/or significant opportunities that help facilitates and coordinates the preparation and processing of budget activities for Engineering budgets and execution, workload/staffing, organization, management, reporting and other activities for engineering projects
Developed and implemented advanced financial models to support multi-million-dollar fiber network projects, optimizing engineering budget planning, staffing allocations, and execution strategies in alignment with corporate objectives.
Designed fiber optic network layouts using engineering principles and GIS data, translating blueprints and spatial analysis into cost projections that closely mirrored real-world field conditions.
Evaluated and refined costing methodologies by comparing forecasted expenses to actual project costs; partnered with construction teams and external contractors to ensure model accuracy and cost discipline.
Built dynamic Excel models incorporating macros, pivot tables, and custom formulas to simulate material, labor, and supply chain variables, producing adaptable forecasts across diverse deployment scenarios.
Utilized GIS software and mapping tools to analyze topography and spatial layouts, integrating geographic data into cost analysis to improve network design efficiency and resource allocation.
Applied expertise in statistical analysis, economics, and cost forecasting to support high-level investment decisions, strategic initiatives, and operational reviews.
Created and maintained interactive dashboards and performance metrics using Tableau-type programs and Salesforce, enabling real-time insights into cost variances and project financial health.
Integrated new data streams into existing cost models to improve forecast precision and drive continuous model enhancement in support of evolving market conditions and corporate strategy.
Collaborated with cross-functional engineering and finance teams to implement cost analysis best practices, ensuring compliance, transparency, and alignment with internal governance standards.
Revenue Commission June 2016-2018
Mobile, AL
Property Valuation Analyst - Appraisal Trainer
Review, analyze, and establish fair market values for equalization purposes on land, commercial, industrial, and residential properties while setting production goals and evaluates performance
Supervised and trained a team of 22+ appraisers in conducting accurate property valuations for land, commercial, industrial, and residential assets, ensuring compliance with legal standards and contributing to equitable tax assessments across Mobile County.
Supervising Auditor-Appraiser assists in planning, organizing, directing and reviewing the operation of an audit-appraisal staff engaged in auditing and valuing all types of personal property in the county, and performs other related duties as required.
Directed the quality assurance process for appraisal deliverables, performing in-depth reviews to validate valuation accuracy and uphold internal and regulatory guidelines.
Applied advanced appraisal methodologies, including the income approach, financial evaluation, and cost analysis, to establish defensible market values and enhance long-term revenue projections.
Conducts in-service training programs in the audit-appraisal of real property; makes statistical and sales ratio cost analysis and prepares written reports on audit-appraisal problems as well as to maintain valuation guidelines.
Utilize income approach Financial evaluation and cost analysis approach of valuation.
Perform index studies on construction material cost in relations to base cost to construct and sell ratio’s taking into consideration time adjustments to develop a pricing and value adjustments percentage based on ratio statistics.
Provides technical assistance and advice on complex or unusual audit and appraisal problems. Analyzes workload and production statistics Analyzed workload and production statistics, identifying opportunities for process improvement and efficiency gains; delivered data-driven recommendations to optimize appraisal operations.
Build complex Excel-based models utilizing pivot tables, macros, and formula-based logic to interpret large data sources of information by deriving ratios statistics and the utilization of excel formulas, pivot tables and macro’s to aid in cost analysis and market analysis.
Revenue Commission August 2011-2016
Mobile, AL
Real Property Appraiser II - Industrial Appraisal Specialty
Review, analyze, and establish fair market values for equalization purposes on land, commercial, industrial, and residential properties.
Led the appraisal of land, commercial, industrial, and residential properties, ensuring fair market valuations aligned with legal standards for tax equalization and revenue integrity across Mobile County.
Applied the income approach, financial evaluations, and cost analysis methodologies to deliver accurate, defensible property valuations, enhancing the consistency and fairness of the assessment process.
Conducted comprehensive sales ratio studies and county-wide index analyses, generating statistical reports that informed leadership on valuation trends and identified discrepancies in appraisal outcomes
Built and maintained advanced Excel models using formulas, pivot tables, and data-driven logic to extract and interpret statistical insights from large datasets related to cohort default rates and market fluctuations
Facilitated and managed informal and formal property tax hearings, acting as a trusted intermediary between taxpayers and county officials, and resolving disputes through technical expertise and stakeholder engagement.
Coordinate and participate in meetings for the purpose of assessing and preparing recommendations for improved operations and performance. Initiate and participate in complex team assignments dealing with cross cutting equalization issues.
Perform financial analysis and evaluation research to achieve a uniformed valuation standard. Act as a liaison, and middle man between management and industrial business leaders.
Assists in the analysis of large quantities of data and ratios related to cohort default rates and identifies anomalies and determines any impact. Conducts quantitative analysis of data in order to recognize conflicting or incomplete information, identify trends and make recommendations.
ITT- Technical Institute August 2010- April 2011
Mobile, AL Campus
Educational Recruiter
Perform large volume recruiting efforts for perspective students as well as maintain student rapport and satisfaction.
Conduct face to face interviews, telephone interviews, and scheduling interviews while meeting goals/deadlines head on.
Aid in student college financing, complete relevant taxes and enter into financial system, explain the dynamic of loans and interest rates.
Wachovia April 2010-August 2010 Mobile, AL
Bank Teller
· Collaborated with internal departments to maximize company share & profit.
· Explained and advised on bank products and potential benefit of such product while also processing cash and check transactions.
Operating an electronic cash register, collecting cash and giving correct change. Preparing signs and menu boards for display.
Associations &
Voluntary Experience
Habitat for Humanity- 2008- Present
MLK March and the March of Dimes-July 2009
Ronal McDonald House 2004-Present
Men of Excellence: 2006-Present
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Incorporated:
References
1.Charline Powe- Security Personnel Specialist, Federal Bureau of Investigation
2.Shane Boyd- Process Engineer, Honda
3.Andre Snead- Senior Logistics Officer, Army, Department of Defense
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