Chief of Accounting, NH-03 (TS/SCI) - Space Systems Command (SSC) / FMFO
(2024-04)
- Led the SSC Accounting Team to execute two consecutive, highly successful Fiscal Year End (FYE) close-outs since unit inception, achieving a 99.8% execution rate on $200M+ in funds as commended by SAF/FM and SSC senior leadership.
- Identified and corrected over $30M in Customer Service Requests (CSR) and expedited the timely execution of $22M in fallout and passed-on funds.
- Conceptualized, developed, and implemented the first-ever SSC Financial Management Operations (FMF) Business Rules, successfully integrating standardized procedures across the FM Division and the broader SSC enterprise.
- Identified a critical operational gap in the FAMS Key Signatory Annual Validation process; collaborated with SSC Systems and QA Managers to roll out new compliant procedures to squadrons and FM personnel, ensuring strict alignment with SAF/FM standards.
- Formulated a growth-oriented mentorship framework; guided team members to win prestigious awards including 1 SAF/FMBI-level recognition, 1 FM of the Quarter, and 1 Field Command-level superior performance award. Directed the accounting branch to secure the highly competitive SSC ATLAS Team Award for exceptional FINWAR mission contributions.
Branch Chief (Financial Operations / Financial Services & Control), GS-501-14 (TS/SCI) - Air Force Installation & Mission Support Center (AFIMSC)
(2015-09 - 2024-03)
- Directed the Military Post Pay Review team to dramatically reduce the Air Force's improper pay rate from 17% to 2% in under 4 months—achieving a low rate unprecedented over the previous 4 years.
- Provided comprehensive, strategic oversight and leadership for 4 Financial Services functional areas (Audit, Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF), FIAR, and Anti-Deficiency Act (ADA)), advising leadership across 9 MAJCOMs, 77 installations, and 3 Primary Service Units (PSUs).
- Led the branch to win the Larry O. Spencer Special Act/Service Award for consistent stellar achievement in FIAR, maintaining a >95% accuracy and on-time rate for IPA submissions to SAF/FM.
- Architected and implemented the first-ever Career Broadening Training Plan and formal AFIMSC Leader Development Course. Mentored team members to elite achievements, including selection for the DoD FM Stars Program and the prestigious Lisa S. Disbrow Civilian Employee of the Year (MAJCOM level). Led the branch to win the multi-year San Antonio Federal Government Team Award.
- Oversaw the rapid resolution of 31 "Silver Bullet" emergency installation requests, expediting $262K in hardship payments. Mentored and developed an employee selected as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Congressional pay inquiries, guiding the release of $174K in disbursements.
Audit Manager, GS-0511-13 (non-supervisory) - Air Force Audit Agency (AFAA) - JBSA, TX
(2014-11 - 2017-10)
- Led complex, high-priority classified space and cyber-security audits, establishing rigorous audit programs to test management corrective actions and compliance; accelerated Space and Cyber Integration draft reports ahead of schedule.
- Spearheaded development of standardized guidance, template working papers, and draft reports for the new AFAA Follow-on Audit service, launching the program via the Space Enterprise Improvements Implementation audit.
- Mentored junior auditors and peers, leading to mentee selections for career advancement, the Air Command and Staff College, and prestigious ASMC national awards. Instructed Effective Listening and Conflict Management courses at Communications School, earning superior student ratings.
