•Advocated for and lead change and improvement efforts within the unit related to business operations to ensure that operations were efficient, effective, and compliant.•Served as the leader for financial and business-related functions within the unit.•Was responsible and accountable for transactional and functional fiscal activities and results for the unit.•Exhibited strong interpersonal skills ( integrity trust, diplomacy, negotiation skills).•Fostered an environment of mutual trust, including personal credibility and trust among stakeholders.•Provided guidance and direction to employees in carrying out their assigned fiscal duties.•Ensured that employees in their unit understand fiduciary roles and responsibilities.•Ensured approval authority within their organization was carried out properly.•Provided strong written and oral communication skills, both internally and externally to my unit.