IT Leader Transitioning Into Finance
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DEBRA WOOD
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Results-driven professional with a strong foundation in Information Technology and a growing expertise in Finance, leveraging analytical, problem-solving, and data management skills to drive business performance. Experienced in managing complex systems, optimizing processes, and ensuring data integrity, now applying this technical acumen to financial analysis, risk management, and strategic decision-making. Adept at translating technical insights into actionable financial strategies, with proven ability to collaborate across departments and deliver measurable outcomes. Currently pursuing opportunities in Finance to combine IT proficiency with financial knowledge, contributing to data-driven investment decisions, operational efficiency, and long-term organizational growth.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
INFORMATION SERVICES DIRECTOR Oct 2024 – Oct 2025
City of Glenpool – Same Responsibility as City of Sand Springs INFORMATION SERVICES MANAGER Oct 2005 - Oct 2024
City of Sand Springs
Collaborates closely with management to plan, develop, and implement technical strategies that align with the city’s vision.
Identifies issues related to computer hardware and network systems, employing troubleshooting techniques to resolve them.
Oversees the development and execution of improvements to support network operations effectively.
Plays a key role in the ongoing design, reevaluation, and optimization of the network to accommodate the city's growth and development.
Leads and assists in technical upgrade projects for end-users by coordinating with consultants and developers for integrations.
Skilled in both independent work and effective collaboration within a team environment.
Serves as the lead for software implementations and upgrades for the Police Department, Fire Department, and General Operations.
Demonstrated success in managing multiple projects simultaneously within tight deadlines.
Responsible for the preparation and management of the budget for all city information systems needs.
Provides IT support for Utility Billing, Finance, Parks Department, Police, Fire, and Public Works
Prepares and manages budgets for fiscal years.
Works closely with vendors, negotiating costs in compliance with municipal requirements.
General ledger entries
Annual asset review and depreciation calculations
Purchasing
o Responsible for acquiring quotes following municipal policies o Entering requisitions
o Generating, approving, and receiving PO’s
o Receiving PO’s for payment
Accounts Payable
o Invoice entry and matching
o Batch generation and check runs for payment of invoices.
Municipal Budgeting
o Creating of annual budget
o Updating contract services
o Maintaining expenditures
o Collecting and renewing of annual contracts
o Preparation of agenda items for administration approval
Responsible for preparing agenda items related to information technology that will be presented to the City Council.
Assisted with annual financial reporting and the year-end closing process
Responsible for reporting and evaluating all IT assets Utility Billing Manager Oct 2002 – Oct 2005
Responsible for verifying meter reads before going through billing
Account Receivable billing
Customer Service
Balancing and posting batches for payments for all departments
Daily bank deposits
Managed new meter reading software, implementation and ongoing support
Responsible for balancing petty cash
Processing of utility bill cut-offs
Coordinated with field crew on meter readings, work orders and reading areas
Supported both handheld reading devices as well as drive by unit
Managed a team of 10 in the Utility Department to include field crew Software Implementations and Support
Central Square ERP
Motorola FLEX (911 Dispatch and Police)
Locution (Fire)
Human Resources Platform
Rec Pro
Golf Now
First Due (Fire)
ESRI (Engineering)
AutoCAD
SKILLS
Application Implementation, Project Management, Performance Improvement, Account Reporting, Customer Satisfaction, Time Management, Tool Management, Budget Management, ROI Analysis, Invoice Examination, Incident Management, Network Operations, Complex Problem-Solving, Staff Scheduling, Cost Savings. Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, General Ledger, Budget, and Utility Billing
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