Financial Analyst Administrative Support

Uzma Bajwa

Chantilly, VA *****

********@*****.*** http://www.linkedin.com/in/UBajwa 703-***-****

Professional Administrator, Financial Analyst & Business Coordinator

~ Highly Organized, Dynamic, and Focused Financial Analyst Bringing a Disciplined Management Approach to Productive Teams ~ Management Client Relations Bookkeeping Financial Reporting Contract Administration Process Management Project & Cost Accounting Underwriting Operations Administration Quality Control Resourceful and detail-oriented professional with 12+ years of success in financial analysis, reporting, contract management, and administrative support across diverse industries. Adept at implementing process improvements, optimizing workflows, and supporting cross-functional teams. Proven track record in project coordination, budgeting, and vendor relations. Spearheaded Transformation to Nexus Automated Payables Process for the Multiple Long & Foster Companies Expanded Financial Analyst Role at Long & Foster to Support Newly Appointed Chief Administrative Officer and Added Responsibilities for Multiple Business Functions (Legal Affairs, Marketing, IT, HR, Risk Management) Created Documented Business Processes for Payables Processing Leading to Improved Communications, Lower Error Rates, and Improved Accountability for Spending vs. Budget by Department PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

The American Federation of Teachers, Washington, D.C. 2023-Present The AFT is a union of professionals that champions fairness; democracy; economic opportunity; and high-quality public education, healthcare and public services for our students, their families and our communities. Accounting Specialist

Systematically review and consolidate incoming voucher requests from the accounts payable inbox, ensuring meticulous validation and obtaining necessary approvals from the Finance department.

Establish and maintain vendor records for a diverse range of stakeholders, including employees, consultants, vendors, and affiliates, adhering to rigorous financial control standards.

Act as a liaison between accounting and department heads, conducting analysis to ensure contractual adherence.

Oversee and audit ACH and W-9 submissions to ensure accurate and compliant updates to vendor information.

Process and record a variety of financial transactions, including invoices, credit card expenditures, intercompany transfers, and shipping/mail charges, with precision.

Execute the download and processing of lockbox cash receipts, preparing detailed per capita batches and other cash receipt forms.

Provide backup support for departmental colleagues and undertake additional responsibilities as assigned.

Perform month-end close activities, including downloading bank statements from multiple accounts and preparing accurate journal entries.

The Long & Foster Companies, Chantilly, VA 2015-2022 A Berkshire Hathaway Affiliate, Long & Foster is the largest affiliate within Home Services of America with multiple business lines in financial services with emphasis on residential real estate.

Financial Administrator & Accounting Analyst

Supported several departments for multiple companies for various accounting functions with emphasis on payables, to ensure compliance with approved business practices and timely, correct processing of vendor invoices.

Key lead in transitioning from legacy paper process to more efficient automated processing resulting in increased communication, lower error rates, improved financial reporting and departmental accountability to budgets.

Direct contact for multiple vendors representing the company to ensure prompt, correct payments occur across multiple business lines and internal departments.

Key Administrator for contracts and contract management ensuring agreements are always current, and expirations and renewals are managed on time as intended by the business leaders. Uzma Bajwa Page 2

Supported annual budgeting and business planning processes to ensure business leaders are supported with timely, correct information and consultation leading to overall more accurate budgets as part of the planning processes. Ace Shop USA, Herndon, VA 2014-2015

International shipping and receiving company.

Office Administrator

Support Office Management with two direct reports in virtually all office functions to ensure operations are completed efficiently, on time and with a high level of accuracy.

Apply hands-on experience and knowledge of administrative support procedures and systems, such as word processing, files and records management, forms design, and office procedures and terminology.

Responsibilities range from monitoring sales performance and other KPIs including the creation and distribution of reports to measure and manage key business objectives, managing the operations calendar, ad hoc business analysis, select monthly reporting, preparation and tracking of annual budget and status to budget among others.

Direct interaction with clients to address both opportunities and resolve customer satisfaction related issues in a professional and timely manner.

Omar Properties, LLC, Chambersburg, PA 2009-2014

Commercial Property Management services managing over millions dollar properties including buildings and commercial spaces. Property Manager / Procurement Analyst

Managed book of properties interacting with both Owners and Lessee to ensure high client & owner satisfaction. Responsibilities included marketing properties, ongoing maintenance management and tax payments, inspections and general sales and leasing activities.

Administered daily functions of managing the book of properties including, but not limited to inspecting sites regularly, ensuring compliance with organizational established policies, safety measures and quality standards.

Led Owner/Investor management with emphasis on effective communications, timely maintenance and repair completion, revenue receipts, and return on investment. Lessee management focused on communication to ensure issues were addressed timely leading to client satisfaction and longer-term Tenants.

Became proficient in systems required for overall management (Deltek, Cognos) to support recording and management of all financial transaction relating to each property enabling effective reporting for both the company and Investors. H&R Block, Chantilly, VA 2006 - 2008

H&R Block is one of the Nation’s largest tax preparers that also offers payroll and business consulting services with ~12,000 locations worldwide. Branch Manager

Overall responsibility for the Branch location including managing team members, establishing, and achieving objectives and ensuring timely and correct completion of files for clients.

Helped drive business improvement initiatives working collaboratively with the HR, IT, Finance & Accounting teams.

Key interface to brief team members on revisions to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Federal and State guidelines. Dollar Wise Mortgage, Fairfax, VA 2002 - 2006

Dollar Wise was a Mortgage Brokerage servicing primarily residential clients based out of Northern VA. Financial Officer

Overall responsibility for managing and scheduling mortgage settlements including coordination with both clients and the lending institutions.

Interacted with and counseled clients on most suitable products to meet their individual needs supporting Loan Officers to help them drive more business and deliver exceptional customer satisfaction. SELECT SYSTEMS EXPERTISE & CERTIFICATIONS

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Systems Expertise

Encompass (Loan Origination Platform)

Bright Move (HR Applicant Tracking System)

Citrix (Virtual Workspace)

Deltek & Nexus (Automated Payables Platforms)

Concur SAP (Automated Expense Reporting)

Peoplesoft (Customer Service Management Application) SharePoint (Microsoft Shared Workspace)

Microsoft Office/Office 365

Certifications

Professional Scrum Master & Agile

Satellite Controller

Quality Control, Underwriter, Loan Officer, Appraiser Mortgage Banker

NASA – Orbital Science – Security Clearance (1998 – Currently Inactive)

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