Experience

1st Judical Court/Caddo Parish District Attorney's Office

• Administration of Justice
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Financial Reporting Manager

  • Mar 2020 - Present

  - Oversaw the financial operations of the organization, including financial planning, budgeting, and reporting. - Prepared financial statements, management reports, variance analysis, and funding agencies. - Developed and implemented financial controls and processes to improve accuracy and efficiency. - Conducted financial analysis to support strategic decision-making and identify areas for cost reduction. - Monitored and managed cash flow, working capital, and investment portfolios. - Prepared and presented financial reports to senior management and board of directors. - Led the annual budgeting process and provided ongoing budget management support. - Collaborated with Attorneys to handle Asset & Bond Forfeiture Accounts, in additional to Pretrial, General, and Child Support Accounts. - Assisted in the development and monitoring of the office's budget, analyzing expenditures, and identifying cost-saving opportunities. Show less



Galilee Learning Center

• Shreveport, Louisiana Area

• Chief Financial Officer

  • Aug 2010 - Present

  - Hire and train new employees as team needs grow over time - Review, analyze, and report (daily, weekly, monthly) on delinquency, loss, collector performance, and other reporting requirements, interfacing with Centra’s accounting, collections, sales teams, and senior management - Ensure servicing data and reporting accuracy in deliverables presented to senior management and outside counterparties - Monitor portfolio aging trends and develop performance KPIs - Make P&L decisions related to settlements and early termination payoffs - Identify and negotiate contract modifications to improve portfolio performance - Allocate workload among your team to minimize losses - Work with outside legal counsel to strategize on plans to maximize recovery from charged-off accounts and delinquent debtors - Conduct call listening and employee reviews to help identify opportunities to improve team performance and develop scripts and best practices where appropriate - Stay informed on collections laws so you can shape Centra’s collections processes and policies - Develop a deep understanding of our customer experience (through customer onboarding and servicing) and make recommendations for improvements Show less



National Baptist Convention of America, Inc.

• Shreveport, Louisiana Area

• Chief Financial Officer

  • Feb 1998 - Jun 2010

  - Oversee all financial operations, including budgeting, financial reporting, cash management, and financial analysis. - Develop and implement financial strategies to ensure the church's financial stability and support its long-term goals. - Collaborate with the board of directors and senior leadership to provide financial guidance and assist in decision-making processes. - Prepare and present financial reports, including monthly, quarterly, and annual statements, to the board and other stakeholders. - Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including tax filings, audits, and financial disclosures. - Manage investment portfolios and work with financial advisors to optimize returns while aligning with the non-profits' values and risk tolerance. - Supervise the finance team, providing training, guidance, and performance evaluations. Show less