Oversee accounting, financial reporting, and the transformation of the grants management process for a multi-entity, conservation finance nonprofit with a $6.4MM budget and an interdisciplinary team of 35.

Responsible for the overall leadership and day-to-day management of the finance, human resources, and administrative operations of a local government entity with a $4.4MM budget. Led the District in earning five consecutive unmodified financial and single audit opinions. Effectively negotiated and implemented the indirect cost rate annually to maximize cost recovery across a portfolio of 50+ active funding sources. Designed and implemented a GASB-compliant accounting system and managed the migration to an integrated payroll solution. Overhauled pre- and post-award policies and processes to increase efficiency and reduce risk. Improved operational cash flow, rebuilt operating reserves, brought the investment portfolio into full compliance with state regulations, and preserved endowment fund capital. Created and presented financial reports and dashboards. Developed and maintained a compliant personnel manual and related HR procedures. Expanded benefit offerings to attract and retain talent. Supervised the Staff Accountant and Administrative Coordinator.

Led the financial management of a government contracts and foundation grants portfolio for a multi-program social services organization with a $10MM budget. Prepared proposal budgets, invoices, and financial reports for funders. Analyzed financial data and provided monthly financial reports to program directors. Managed the 2017–18 annual agency budget process. Provided budgeting and financial management education to program and development staff. Developed and administered expense allocations, reconciled balance sheet accounts, and performed month-end procedures. Assisted the CFO in improving the accounting system, procedures, and internal controls.

Managed all business and administrative operations for the Department of Environmental Studies and the Animal Studies Initiative. Collaborated with the department chair and associate chair on budget, policy, and planning matters. Conducted financial analysis to approve and reconcile transactions for a portfolio of 25+ operating, discretionary, research, and grant accounts. Assisted faculty with pre- and post-award sponsored project management. Oversaw the human resources function for the department and supervised union administrative, student, and temporary employees.

Directed and performed financial, human resources, and facility management functions for an ecology institute and 3,200-acre nature preserve with a $1.7MM budget. Established an operating reserve fund to ensure financial and programmatic sustainability. Coordinated all external audits and tax reporting requirements. Strengthened fiscal administration for federal, state, corporate, and foundation grants. Improved the annual budgeting process through development of a cost allocation plan and increased staff engagement. Oversaw a multi-faceted risk management program. Streamlined benefits administration and implemented a web-based timekeeping system. Grew capacity across departments by expanding the administrative team.

2008-2010; 2006-2007Served as board liaison and worked closely with the executive director on board development initiatives for a member-supported environmental education and advocacy nonprofit. Led successful relocation of organization headquarters and supervised ongoing maintenance and green renovation. Managed cash receipts, prepared sales tax filings, and shared accounts payable, grant accounting, and annual audit responsibilities. Co-coordinated human resources and payroll functions. Supervised teams of volunteers and a temporary employee.

Managed a team of 15 paralegals and served as a liaison between 30 section attorneys and office staff. Conducted performance reviews and participated in paralegal recruitment. Assisted attorneys in the investigation and litigation of antitrust violations.