Financial Manager with Government Contract Expertise

TINA M. RICHARDSON

Ellicott City, MD 443-***-**** ********@*****.*** https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-richardson-ab975b65/

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Results-driven Finance Manager with 15+ years of progressive experience in financial management, government contract administration, and executive support. Proven expertise in QuickBooks, SAP, account reconciliation, payroll processing, financial reporting, and cost-control initiatives. Recognized for streamlining processes, improving accuracy, and delivering actionable financial insights in fast-paced environments. Strong blend of technical accounting skills and administrative leadership.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Full-Cycle Bookkeeping

Financial Reporting & Forecasting

Budget Development & Variance Analysis

Accounts Payable / Receivable

Payroll Processing (25+ employees)

Bank & Credit Card Reconciliation

Government Contract Administration

QuickBooks SAP Microsoft Office Suite (Expert in Excel & PowerPoint)

Sales & Use Tax Admissions & Amusement Tax

Inventory Management

Executive Scheduling & Travel Coordination

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Finance Manager Broadway Electric – Ellicott City, MD June 2023 – Present

Develop monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, budgets, and forecasts.

Monitor daily financial operations, including payroll, invoicing, cash flow, and cost-reduction strategies.

Deliver data-driven insights to senior leadership to support strategic decision-making and minimize financial risk.

Contract Administrator / Finance Manager PRG – Towson, MD January 2021– May 2025 (includes concurrent and renewed contract periods)

Managed full financial operations for government contracting firm: AP/AR, payroll, monthly bank/credit card reconciliation, and annual expense reporting.

Secured documentation and reviewed contracts to ensure compliance and maximize award opportunities.

Assisted small businesses in writing winning government contract proposals.

Conducted project kick-off meetings and delivered weekly financial/status updates to stakeholders.

Office / Finance Manager Smoke Free – Owings Mills, MD February 2012 – December 2021

Oversaw all accounting functions: general ledger maintenance, invoice generation, payment processing, inventory tracking, and monthly bank reconciliations.

Processed bi-weekly payroll for 25+ employees and remitted sales/use and admissions taxes on time.

Balanced daily receipts, ordered supplies, managed a multi-line phone system, and resolved customer issues.

Coordinated executive travel, meetings, and correspondence.

EDUCATION

Associate of Arts in Business Administration University of Maryland University College (UMUC) – Baltimore, MD 2012 – 2014

Career Development Coursework Community College of Baltimore County – Baltimore, MD 2012

Additional Coursework in Business Baltimore City Community College – Baltimore, MD 2002 – 2004

High School Diploma – Business Law Concentration Woodlawn High School – Baltimore, MD Graduated 2002

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & CERTIFICATIONS

QuickBooks Certified ProAdvisor

Proficient in Calyx Point, Constant Contact

Ongoing training in GAAP and government contracting compliance

Ready to bring strong financial leadership, meticulous accuracy, and proactive problem-solving to your organization. Available for immediate interview and start.

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