Financial Analyst Planning
Resume:
Patrice M. Petersen
Odenton, MD
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Executive Summary:
Results-driven Financial Analyst and Strategic Operations Leader with over a decade of experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis within federal and contract environments. Skilled in supporting modernization initiatives, leading cross-functional teams, and providing data-driven insights for executive leadership. Adept at ensuring compliance, optimizing resource allocation, and delivering clear, actionable reports to drive strategic decisions.
Core Competencies:
●Strategic Financial Planning & Budget Oversight
●Government Budget Systems (FMIS, R*STARS, ADPICS)
●Grants & Financial Operations Management
●Stakeholder & Legislative Engagement
●Change Management & Team Leadership
●Policy Implementation & Executive Advising
●Risk & Compliance Analysis
●Cross-Agency Collaboration
●Microsoft Office & Google Workspace Proficiency
Professional Experience:
Supervisory Financial Analyst Aug 2024 – Present
Voice of America (VOA), Washington, DC
●Led fiscal planning and budget management activities across a multimillion-dollar federal program portfolio.
●Managed day-to-day project activities to ensure tasks were completed on time and within budget.
●Oversee reporting accuracy, compliance, and alignment with federal guidelines.
●Prepared and tracked project budgets, forecasts, and financial reports.
●Made sure projects followed company policies and met financial requirements.
●Collaborate across departments to inform financial strategies, optimize resource use, and ensure operational excellence.
●Act as a liaison between executive leadership and internal/external stakeholders, driving communication and project alignment.
Management and Program Analyst (Financial) May 2020 – Aug 2024
Voice of America (VOA), Washington, DC
●Developed and managed budgets, procurement documentation, and contracting strategies by federal regulations.
●Delivered actionable financial reports and forecasting models to senior leaders, improving funding allocation decisions.
●Worked with different teams to coordinate project tasks and resolve issues quickly.
●Monitored project expenses and helped reduce unnecessary costs.
●Reported project and financial updates to managers and stakeholders regularly.
●Contributed to the modernization of financial and administrative workflows, enhancing transparency and efficiency.
●Supported engagement with oversight bodies and community stakeholders to align program objectives with public service mandates.
Executive Assistant to the Chief of Staff Sept 2016 – May 2020
NOAA Satellite and Information Service – Velos, LLC, Princess Anne, MD
●Administered complex budget processes, including reconciliation, vendor coordination, and financial reporting.
●Provided executive-level advisement and supported strategic planning efforts across a science-based federal agency.
●Coordinated high-level internal and external communications and maintained executive calendars and priorities.
Education:
●Master of Science in Management (Public Relations)
University of Maryland University College – August 2018
●Bachelor of Science in Criminology
The University of Tampa – May 2010
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