Experience

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  Indiana Department of Environmental Management

  • Chief Financial Officer

    • Aug 2017 - Present

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  Indiana State Department of Health

  • Controller

    • Mar 2014 - Aug 2017

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  City of Lawrence

  • Lawrence, IN

  • Controller

    • Jan 2008 - Aug 2013
    • Lawrence, IN

    Responsible for ensuring the financial stability of the City of LawrenceResponsibilities include:-Establishing the city’s $28 million budget, presenting it to the City Council and the State of Indiana for approval, and executing the budget during the fiscal year-Managing the city’s cash flow and securing tax anticipation warrants when necessary-Preparing the annual report for audit by the State Board of Accounts-Controlling the accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and human resources for the city -Ensuring accurate financial reporting and sound internal controls are implemented for the city, in both the Controller’s office and each city department-Working with the Mayor and various department heads to ensure the city’s priorities are reflected in the operational budget and capital planning-Preparing and presenting various financial reports for submission to the City Council, State of Indiana, members of the media and the general public-Representing the Mayor at various public meetings-Supervising an office comprised of a senior accountant, payroll clerk, human resources and benefits coordinator, and an administrative assistant-Serves as the CFO for the city-owned water and wastewater utilitiesThis position is a member of the city management team and reports directly to the Mayor.

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  Marion County Auditor's Office

  • Indianapolis, Indiana Area

  • Deputy Auditor

    • Jan 2007 - Jan 2008
    • Indianapolis, Indiana Area

    Responsible for controlling the operations of the county’s accounting section, settlement process, and grant management.Responsibilities include:-Controlling the accounts payable and accounts receivable for the county -Ensuring accurate financial reporting and sound internal controls are implemented for the county, in both the central accounting office and each county agency-Preparing the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for Marion County, working closely with the City of Indianapolis Office of Finance and Management and the city-county’s external auditors -Preparing and presenting various financial reports for submission to the City-County Council, State of Indiana, elected county officials, members of the media and the general public-Representing the Marion County Auditor at various public meetings-Supervising an office comprised of one manager, five clerks, grant manager and settlement analystThis position is a member of the agency management team and reports directly to the Chief Deputy Auditor.

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  City of Indianapolis

  • United States
  • Government Administration
  • 700 & Above Employee

  • Budget Manager

    • May 2005 - Jan 2007

    Responsible for preparing and overseeing the $1.15 billion budget for the City of Indianapolis and Marion County. Responsibilities include:- Preparing recommendations for annual spending for the City and County- Providing budgetary and financial advice and oversight to assigned departments and agencies- Preparing and presenting various financial reports related to the budget for submission to the City-County Council, State of Indiana, Mayor’s Office, elected county officials, department directors, members of the media and the general public- Representing the Office of Finance & Management at various public meetings- Serving as the chief financial officer for the City’s executive and administrative offices. This position is a member of the department management team and reports directly to the City Controller.

  • Financial Manager

    • Apr 2003 - May 2005

    Responsible for the creation, presentation, and management of the Office of Corporation Counsel budget. Responsibilities include:-Providing financial management, reporting, and analysis of the City’s legal department-Performing contract management-Participating in creating public policies-Providing grant financial management This position is a member of the department management team, responsible for all purchasing decisions, and responsible for both accounts payable and receivable. This position reports directly to the Corporation Counsel.

  • Financial Analyst

    • Nov 2001 - Apr 2003

    Responsible for the $80 million budget of Community Development and Financial Services, a division of the Department of Metropolitan Development. Responsibilities include:-Preparing and managing the department budget-Preparing and audit schedules -Providing reporting and analysis-Providing guidance to Grant Analysts who manage the accounting for federal grants-Working in a team environment. This position reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer of the Department of Metropolitan Development.

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  Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity, Inc.

  • Indianapolis, Indiana Area

  • Foundation Funds Manager

    • Aug 1997 - Nov 2001
    • Indianapolis, Indiana Area

    Responsible for the management of 81 donor restricted funds totaling almost $4 million is assets. Responsibilities include:-Setting up new funds and building relationships with donors for whom the funds are named-Assisting with grant requests from the Fraternity-Bookkeeping, record keeping, accounting and financial reporting for the Foundation. This position reports directly to the Assistant Executive Director – Alumnae Relations.