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Hillsboro, Or, Us

Hillsboro, Oregon, United States

Oversee CWS’ strategic planning and development, performance excellence, research and innovation, and digital solutions with the goal of enhancing the organization’s strategic alignment, performance excellence, and innovative culture to realize our community’s vision and aspirations.

Hillsboro, Oregon, United States

Oversee the entire internal support function within Washington County including Emergency Management, Facilities, Finance, Fleet, Human Resources, Information Technology, Risk Management, and Sustainability Program.

Hillsboro, Oregon

Oversee the entire financial operations of the County including Financial Planning, Budgeting, Financial Reporting, Financial Operations, Payroll, Procurement, Mailing and Printing Services.1. Enhanced the County’s financial planning process and improved financial transparency at the County2. Led a strategic planning process which established new team culture and ensured stability in the transition of leadership in Finance3. Led the $1.4 billion budget development process which resulted in successful adoption of the County budget4. Restructured the County’s Treasury function and enhanced processes in cash management5. Established new internal control processes in the cash handling operations6. Reissued $25 million of debt which resulted in $7 million savings in future debt service payments7. Participated actively in the on boarding process of new members on the Board of Commissioners8. Established extremely positive communication and working relationships with all internal and external partners

Portland, Oregon

Internally, fostered a team culture that thrives for excellence in customer service, continuous improvements, collaboration and innovation. Externally, improved work unit’s relationships with other bureaus and offices; and led multiple cross function improvement projects which resulted in both hard dollar and staff time savings. A few examples of achievements include: oversaw City-wide SAP finance operations which decreased the month-end and year-end closing time; revised internal control documentation which resulted in audit process efficiency; revised finance policies and procedures which improved policy clarity and effectiveness; and revamped the internal finance training program which increased City-wide finance expertise overall.

As a key member of the SAP support team, worked closely with customers to meet the organization's business requirements. Duties include working with the customer in drafting business requirements; assembling a project team; finding solutions that meet the customer's needs; creating a project blueprint; executing the project plan; and monitoring the projects progress and performance; and managing professional staff on project deliverables. Implemented new SAP module - Public Sector Collection and Disbursement (PSCD). Supporting ongoing system operations at the same time of major projects. Area of expertise in SAP: All modules in the organization with a focus on GL, CO and PSCD.

Assigned to a critical financial reporting project on temporary term. Led a team of finance and accounting professionals in completing a critical financial reporting project during a critical time. Overcame challenges including limited resources and tightened timeline with critical due dates. Plan and executed the project ; and achieved project goal.

As a member of the SAP support team, worked closely with customers with the goal of understanding and meeting customers' business requirements. Duties include troubleshooting system issues; supporting system changes based on customers' needs; providing solutions that meet or exceed customers' expectations. SAP area of support: GL.

1120 Sw 5Th Avenue, Portland, Or 97204

As a team member in the Office of Management and Finance, Accounting Division, closely involved with City of Portland's Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) preparation and audit cycle.

Provided funds management services to corporate clients with settlement funds set aside related class action claims.

Provided premium assurance, tax and consulting services to clients in all industries. Acted as trusted advisor to corporate and individual clients.

Specialize in financial system consulting; financial audits, reviews and compilations; income tax planning, compliance, and preparation.Specialized industries include health care, communication, and manufacturing.

Specialize in QuickBooks training. Highly focused on helping small business clients understand and analyze accounting records and make smart business decisions.Mostly worked with small business owners in all industries. Provide training and consulting to small business entrepreneurs to be successful.

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Business Administration

Bachelor, Accounting & Finance

Activities and Societies: Former Vice President of Financial Management Association. Member of Beta Alpha Psi.Studied accounting.

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