Lisa Allen

Business professional with 10+ years of expertise in financial operations, grant administration, and office management. Proven ability to streamline AP/AR processes, manage multimillion-dollar budgets, and ensure compliance with federal and state funding requirements. Recognized for accuracy, problem solving, and collaborative leadership.

AP / AR Specialist • Arrow Alliance Industries LLC 2023 – present

 Streamlined accounts payable/receivable processes in QuickBooks, improving accuracy and reducing reconciliation time.

 Prepared and monitored budgets with monthly forecasting, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and reducing variances.

 Optimized compliance by submitting invoices through the Federal invoice system, accelerating payment cycles and minimizing errors.

 Partnered with leadership to deliver timely financial reporting that supported strategic decision making.

Business Manager • Cornerstone Civil Engineering, PLLC 2022 – present

 Directed payroll for employees and subcontractors, ensuring 100% accuracy and timely disbursement.

 Oversaw budget planning and monthly reconciliation, strengthening financial transparency and accountability.

 Managed AP/AR operations, reducing outstanding receivables by improving collection processes.

 Implemented QuickBooks workflows that enhanced efficiency and reduced manual entry errors.

Lead Contract/Grant Coordinator • Hudson College of Public Health • University of Oklahoma

Health Sciences Center 2017 – 2022

 Administered budgets and reconciliations for multiple state and federal grants, ensuring compliance with funding requirements.

 Conducted monthly closeouts for awarded grants, reducing audit risks and maintaining accurate records.

 Reviewed and approved invoices for grant expenses, improving oversight and accountability.

 Negotiated and finalized contracts and professional service agreements, supporting faculty and staff research initiatives.

 Coordinated subcontractor setup and maintained effort distribution, contributing to accurate yearly budget preparation.

University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK BBA in Management

Honors: American Indian Scholarship, Duncan Foundation Scholarship