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Cleveland, Ohio

• Direct the operations of the Internal Audit Department, managing a team consisting of three staff auditors and one administrative professional. Report functionally to the Audit Committee, composed of three commission members, and administratively to the Director of the Ohio Lottery.• Spearhead the development and execution of the annual internal audit plan. Conduct comprehensive annual risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential vulnerabilities within the organization.• Maintain and update critical governance documents, including the Internal Audit Charter, Audit Committee Charter, Internal Audit Policy Manual, and internal audit procedures. Ensure all documentation aligns with the Ohio Revised Code requirements.• Compile and present an annual report summarizing the department's achievements and insights from the previous year, emphasizing improvements and strategic recommendations.• Oversee all audit projects from inception to completion, reviewing workpapers, formulating recommendations, and drafting insightful reports. Ensure all audits adhere to the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) IPPF standards.• Develop a deep understanding of key business processes and strategic initiatives across the agency. Proactively assess changes and potential risks to agency success.• Foster strong, collaborative relationships with senior management and other key stakeholders to align audit functions with business objectives.• Provide quarterly updates to the Audit Committee on the progress and status of the current audit plan, remediation of issues, and outcomes of audit engagements. Facilitate the annual review of governance documents and address pertinent issues affecting the internal audit department or the Lottery at large.

Olmsted Township, Ohio

• Volunteered and served as the elected Treasurer on the Homeowners Association Board at Cambridge Township Condominiums, a self-managed entity with four board members.• Managed financial operations for 86 residential units, overseeing annual revenues of $180,000, expenses of $160,000, and maintaining reserve investments exceeding $125,000, ensuring fiscal responsibility and sustainability.• Contributed to strategic financial planning and budgeting, ensuring financial health and sustainability of the community through meticulous oversight and management.

Cleveland

• Directed the financial management of eight county agencies with an aggregate annual budget of $150 million, significantly improving planning and fiscal discipline.• Collaborated closely with the Director to craft monthly, quarterly, and annual budget reports, directly supporting strategic decision-making for the County Executive and Council.• Analyzed and linked statistical data to strategic objectives, enhancing the alignment of performance metrics with the County Executive’s Strategic Plan, thus driving efficiency and effectiveness across county operations.• Delivered strategic advisory services, offering critical insights on compliance, legality, and achievement of operational goals, fostering a culture of integrity and accountability.• Championed a landmark audit initiative for the Juvenile Court Detention Center, uncovering significant cost savings by revising labor management practices, which decreased unnecessary overtime without compromising federal compliance.• Oversaw the financial stewardship of a major County Enterprise Resource Planning Project, liaising with executive leadership to provide in-depth analyses on project staffing and budgetary compliance, facilitating on-target project execution.• Engaged with Internal Audit to conduct financial verifications, refining budget allocations to balance between capital and operational expenditures, thus safeguarding asset utilization and cost management.

Cleveland, Ohio

• Administered a $16 million budget, enhancing financial oversight through expenditure reviews and updated financial projections to maintain fiscal discipline.• Directed the agency’s procurement operations, managing the end-to-end process of soliciting bids, issuing requests for proposals, and overseeing contract negotiations and compliance, which streamlined purchasing and cost efficiency.• Managed payroll operations for over 400 full-time and temporary staff, optimizing labor costs and ensuring accurate and timely payments.• Supervised the maintenance and security of two agency facilities, coordinating with maintenance, security, and construction teams to ensure operational excellence and safety.• Acted as the primary strategic advisor to the Director, providing insights and analysis on agency operations, community engagement, and public communications, ensuring the Director was well-informed for decision making.• Facilitated effective communication and project coordination between the Director and management staff, ensuring seamless execution of priority projects and initiatives.• Led a comprehensive review of records retention policies and conducted an audit of stored items, aligning practices with regulatory compliance standards.• Developed and executed election workshops for staff and the public, enhancing preparedness and operations for the 2016 Presidential Election.• Honored as Employee of the Year for 2016, recognizing outstanding performance and dedication to agency goals and community service.

Cleveland,Ohio

• Executed all financial tasks within the Finance Department, including billing, payment collection, issuing checks, and managing daily banking activities, ensuring accuracy and timely processing. • Oversaw the accurate processing of all credit card and electronic filing fees through our designated online payment system, and diligently managed corresponding refunds to uphold financial standards. • Led the initiation and completion of critical special projects, directed by the Director of Operations, to address and rectify systemic inefficiencies, significantly boosting both efficiency and accuracy in departmental operations.• Recovered over $20,000 in funds from transactions that were incorrectly refunded, significantly enhancing the fiscal integrity of departmental operations.• Designed and implemented a new system for managing returned payments, including the creation of specific features for handling non-sufficient funds and negative adjustments within our docketing system, greatly improving financial management and oversight.

Westlake,Ohio

• Managed financial operations for 80-100 foreclosed properties across Northeast Ohio, overseeing expense accounts totaling $35,000. Collaborated closely with banks to ensure timely and necessary property repairs, enhancing property value and facilitating swift turnovers.• Handled vendor payments and oversaw the submission of completion reports for all property repairs, ensuring thorough documentation and compliance with bank requirements.• Licensed Realtor in the State of Ohio, specializing in assisting individuals, families, and investors with purchasing properties. Provided in-depth research and comprehensive background information to clients, ensuring well-informed decisions in their real estate investments.

• Guided customers through product selection by providing detailed information and asking lifestyle questions to tailor solutions to individual needs, enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty.• Implemented innovative procedures and selling strategies within my department to mitigate at-risk product issues, significantly improving product handling and customer experience.• Coached and mentored employees on effective selling techniques, customer relationship building, and product knowledge. Developed new procedures and strategies that effectively decreased incidents of at-risk product issues, fostering a knowledgeable and customer-focused team environment.

• Delivered specialized research and analysis reports for companies aiming for global and domestic expansion, focusing on current economic conditions, risk management, and international relations.

Cole Eye Institute And Lorain Family Health Center

Coordinated resources and performed multiple tasks for specialty medicine department. Provided comprehensive business, financial, insurance, billing and appointment related services using master patient index integrity with EPIC software, Microsoft and various databases. Created PSR Council review group, a task group that reviewed and recommended steps for continuous evolution of practices and protocols for the administrative staff and in coordination with the clinical staff. Key Accomplishments:• Led project team that developed management solutions to increase exam room efficiencies, improve scheduling and streamline appointments with business software improvements.• Recognized with special appreciation for quality initiatives, resolving issues and improving outcomes.• Worked closely with management and coworkers to teach and improve EPIC proficiency while streamlining processes.

North Olmsted, Ohio

Provide customers with detailed information on various products and services. By asking lifestyle questions I help build the unique solution to fulfill each customers individual needs.

Masters, Global Political Interactions

Completed a study abroad program in Cairo, Egypt during the summer 2011. While in Cairo I studies Economics and the Arab Spring uprisings.

Study Abroad, Political Science And Economics, Graduate

Focused on the Arab Spring uprisings throughout the Middle East and North Africa as well as Economic Public Policy Analysis.

Bachelors, History

Also received a cognate in Education.

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, History And Education

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, History And Education