Experience

Justine PETERSEN

• United States
• Civic and Social Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director of Program + Investments

  • Jan 2023 - Present

  Responsible for coordinating the Development, Program, and Finance Departments on all grant funded activities including outputs and outcomes, assist with program implementation and delivery, prepare grant budgets and financial reports, oversee grant reimbursement, and maintain relationships with funders. Leverage technology and data practices to improve operational workflow and measure program results and impact to inform client-centered programming and strategic decision-making. • Manage Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), including investor relations, repayment terms, reporting, capital renewals to create products that connect institutional resources with the needs of low-to moderate income families so they can build long-term assets.



Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, Inc.

• United States
• Research
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Deputy Administrative Director

  • Sep 2022 - Jan 2023

  Developed and articulated a strategy for cost containment and improved operational efficiency. Created successful grant proposals by assisting faculty in preparation of grant applications and subsequent funding contracts in their grant portfolio. Execution of effort reporting and certification processes to ensure departmental compliance with appropriate sponsored projects management and financial reporting for all active grants. Monitored actual results compared to approved budgets; identified shortfall and recommended corrective action plans. Prepared and tracked salary allocations; coordinate timely resolution of suspense, overdrafts, and closing of open commitments. • Executed the faculty appointment and promotion process to aid human resources function in collaboration with RFMH, NYSPI, and DOP human resource offices to help build a high-functioning and fully trained administrative team.



Restore NYC

• United States
• Individual and Family Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director of Institutional Giving

  • Apr 2022 - Sep 2022

  Designed and implemented a forward thinking institutional giving strategy to grow and diversify financial support for Agency’s annual operating budget. Drove a results-focused, data-driven environment leading the institutional giving team development and completion of compelling proposals, reports, and funder communications. Represented Agency externally with foundation, government, and business partners. • Member of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Council developing clear strategy, execution and support to set and reach goals in addition to leading various DEI training for the whole company in three main areas: Company Culture & Inclusive Leadership, Client Strategy for Service Recipients, and Hiring & Retention.



Covenant House Missouri

• United States
• Individual and Family Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Senior Manager of Advancement

  • Jul 2021 - Mar 2022

  Managed the day to day operations of the Advancement department. Provided strategic direction, operations oversight, resource development, and leadership to Special Events Management and Volunteer Coordination as well as Marketing and Communication functions. Served as primary Advancement liaison for assigned corporations, foundations, and businesses to support efforts to grow engagement in a manner which reflects the mission, philosophy and policies of Covenant House Missouri. Managed Agency In-Kind Giving Program and secured retail sponsorships for Cov Closet. Responsible for the development of the DIY Sleep Out Program with local schools and community groups. • Secured partnership for Executive Sleep Out venue resulting in a reduction of fees and charges for a savings in the program budget and new community partner relationship.



Places for People, Inc.

• United States
• Mental Health Care
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Accounting Manager

  • May 2020 - Jan 2021

  Oversight of all daily operations of the accounting department and financial accounting processes, including month and year-end, AP/AR, treasury management and cash receipts, payroll processing, chart of accounts, and accounting policies. Monitored and analyzed accounting data and produced monthly financial statements and full report for the Board of Directors Finance Committee. Served as point person for the annual audit, assist with the preparation of the annual Agency budget, and developed financial controls in accordance with Agency procedures. • Led efforts to create procedures to standardize monthly close process and improve efficiencies resulting in the ability to close faster and smarter.



Craft Alliance

• United States
• Retail Art Supplies
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director of Finance + Administration

  • Feb 2019 - May 2020

  Responsible for the financial operations for all aspects of Finance, Payroll, IT, and HR Departments including the development of the budget, financial models, investments, financing arrangements, and oversight of audit and tax work performed by independent accounting firm. Guided other departments by researching and interpreting accounting policy, applied observations and recommendations to operational issues. Maintained accounting controls by maintaining a chart of accounts, defined accounting policies and procedures in coordination with both the Executive Director and Board of Directors Finance Committee. • Established financial status by developing and implementing systems for collecting, analyzing, verifying, and reporting financial information.



Easterseals Midwest

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Director Of Accounting

  • Sep 2016 - May 2018

  Managed the day to day operations of the Accounting and Payroll departments. Provided oversight for Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Billing, and Payroll including the maintenance of accounting records, design, and adherence to generally accepted accounting principles and controls. Performed analysis of cash flows, fixed assets, investments, and produce monthly financial statements to Leadership team. Served as backup to Payroll team, processing Payroll for 1700 employees on a bi-weekly schedule. On an annual basis, worked with the Leadership team and staff to develop a $60 million revenue budget. Oversaw the annual audit process working with external auditors and complete Agency grant reporting including necessary statewide and local grant reporting. • Developed policies and procedures to improve efficiencies of the Accounting & Payroll Departments resulting in improved employee productivity, cost savings, and ability to close faster and smarter.



Grace Hill Settlement House

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Associate Vice President, Community Impact + Compliance Officer

  • Oct 2014 - Sep 2016

  Provided strategic direction, operations oversight, resource development, and leadership to the Family and Community Advancement programs which include Women's Business Center, Family Resources and Support, Aging Services, School and Institutional Partnerships, Community Relations and Volunteers. Directed execution, fiscal management of a $4 million budget, compliance, assisted with grant writing and budgeting, responsible for documenting and achieving program outcomes. Managed relationships with the Board of Directors, Program Committee, Advisory Councils, funders, and community partners. Oversaw day-to-day operations of Water Tower Hub campus including building relationships with partners, achieving integrated outcomes, and facilities management. Program manager for the Whitaker Urban Evening Concert Series a six week free family outdoor event for the community. • Developed a sustainability plan for programs, including completing mission to margin analysis, strategic fundraising planning, logic model analysis for evaluating outcomes, resulting in data driven decisions and performance management tools.

• Contract Administration Manager

  • Feb 2013 - Oct 2014

  Delivered compliance support for all programs and program managers. Managed the grant contract files, tracked due dates, compared expenses versus budget; assisted in the preparation of reports and invoices. Monitored and reported the Non-Federal Share data for the Head Start grant by performing routine compliance audits to ensure the cost principles were applied appropriately and documentation is accurate. Served as the program manager and supervisor of the AmeriCorps VISTA program.• Managed the Agency’s volunteer program for all episodic and regular volunteers including the recruitment, screening, on-boarding, and monitor compliance requirements.



St. Louis County

• United States
• Government Administration
• 700 & Above Employee

• Procurement Contract Administrator

  • May 2012 - Feb 2013

  Purchased a wide variety of equipment, materials, supplies, services, and construction projects for all county offices. Prepared bid specifications, secured quotations, or issued invitations for bids. Analyzed bids received and assisted departments by providing award recommendations. Administered contracts to ensure compliance, approved requisitions, and handled any purchasing issues and complaints.• Served as the County’s Associate Purchasing Card Program Administrator managing all aspects of p-card program for all the County Departments.

• Health Grant Supervisor

  • Sep 2011 - May 2012

  Managed all DOH grant awards including monthly invoicing, financial reporting, and grant close-out process. Monitored and approved all grant expenditures. Prepared necessary journal entries, established grant budgets in General Ledger, and processed budget transfer request.• Assisted Program Managers with grant application process. Provided actual expenses to help create a transparent budget showing all revenue and expenses related to the program.

• Parks Accounting Supervisor

  • Oct 2010 - Sep 2011

  Reviewed and approved all A/P and purchasing documents. Monitored all department expenditures, prepared monthly purchasing card journal entry, and verified all supporting documentation. Supervised the Accounts Payable, Purchasing, and Reservation staff. • Worked with county offices to implement new purchasing card program with PNC. Trained department employees on online submission and approval process.



City of St. Louis

• United States
• Government Administration
• 700 & Above Employee

• Internal Auditor

  • Nov 2009 - Oct 2010

  Evaluated financial, operational, and information systems for proper controls, efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance with applicable laws, ordinances, regulations, and audit standards. Performed onsite fieldwork to review internal control environment, process inefficiencies, and verify support documentation and testing. • Helped various city departments and agencies improve their risk management, control, and governance processes. Evaluated financial, operational, and information systems for proper controls, efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance with applicable laws, ordinances, regulations, and audit standards. Performed onsite fieldwork to review internal control environment, process inefficiencies, and verify support documentation and testing. • Helped various city departments and agencies improve their risk management, control, and governance processes.



Caleres, Inc.

• United States
• Retail Apparel and Fashion
• 700 & Above Employee

• Financial Analyst

  • Jun 2008 - Feb 2009

  Maintained domestic budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting for Specialty Retail Naturalizer US division. Identified and analyzed significant expense variances for current month and year-to-date results. Identified impairment and asset write-off risks and drove management response to minimize or avoid risk exposure. • Researched all departments on previous and anticipated monthly expenses, resulting in an accurate and detailed $252.5 million revenue budget. Maintained domestic budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting for Specialty Retail Naturalizer US division. Identified and analyzed significant expense variances for current month and year-to-date results. Identified impairment and asset write-off risks and drove management response to minimize or avoid risk exposure. • Researched all departments on previous and anticipated monthly expenses, resulting in an accurate and detailed $252.5 million revenue budget.



University of Missouri-Columbia

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Senior Accountant

  • Aug 2006 - Jun 2008

  Prepared invoices and financial reports for grants and contracts as stated in the terms and conditions of the awards. Performed collection duties as necessary. Worked closely with UM system office on cost allocations and compliance with A-133 guidelines. Supervised work study students and department interns. • Developed training program on various policies and procedures related to the post award administration of the grants and contracts that resulted in standardization of four campuses and increased efficiency and compliance.



Commerce Bank

• United States
• Banking
• 700 & Above Employee

• Financial Reporting Specialist

  • Sep 2005 - Aug 2006

  Managed and maintained the integrity of the new business system, terminations, and referral data. Collected and processed all monthly new business for The Commerce Trust Company. Calculated sales credit, referral and assist incentive payments and turned into HR. • Modified sales report that tracked year to date sales versus year-end goals that resulted in a more accurate and user-friendly reports and ranked the employees for year-end awards. Managed and maintained the integrity of the new business system, terminations, and referral data. Collected and processed all monthly new business for The Commerce Trust Company. Calculated sales credit, referral and assist incentive payments and turned into HR. • Modified sales report that tracked year to date sales versus year-end goals that resulted in a more accurate and user-friendly reports and ranked the employees for year-end awards.



American Equity Mortgage, Inc.

• United States
• Financial Services
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Mortgage Loan Processor

  • Nov 2004 - Sep 2005

  Performed preliminary underwriting analysis and obtained required loan documents ensuring compliance with company, investor and legal guidelines. Performed verifications of employment, calculate debt to income ratio, order flood certificates, correct any errors on titles, and review appraisals. • Cross-trained employees, which resulted in better understanding of department and functions. Performed preliminary underwriting analysis and obtained required loan documents ensuring compliance with company, investor and legal guidelines. Performed verifications of employment, calculate debt to income ratio, order flood certificates, correct any errors on titles, and review appraisals. • Cross-trained employees, which resulted in better understanding of department and functions.



State Farm

• United States
• Insurance
• 700 & Above Employee

• Underwriting Assistant

  • Apr 2004 - Oct 2004

  Reviewed and processed policy changes such as coverage limits, vehicle add/deletions, lien holders, class changes to ensure proper rating of policy. Assisted underwriter by performing various support functions including typing and interpreting reports, process non-renewals and cancellations of auto policies. Communicated with independent agents, policyholders, and third parties via various methods (phone, email, written correspondence and fax). Reviewed and processed policy changes such as coverage limits, vehicle add/deletions, lien holders, class changes to ensure proper rating of policy. Assisted underwriter by performing various support functions including typing and interpreting reports, process non-renewals and cancellations of auto policies. Communicated with independent agents, policyholders, and third parties via various methods (phone, email, written correspondence and fax).



St. Louis Postal Credit Union

• Underwriter

  • Oct 2001 - Feb 2003

  Underwrote all consumer loans both secured and unsecured within approval limits, determined lending qualifying guidelines, delinquency and collection methods and served as liaison between third party lenders to establish new loans. Underwrote all consumer loans both secured and unsecured within approval limits, determined lending qualifying guidelines, delinquency and collection methods and served as liaison between third party lenders to establish new loans.