Mohammad Siraj Email & Phone Number

Washington, Dc, Us

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

In my current role, my responsibilities include:Key Responsibilities:1. Budget Formulation: Partner with the Agency Budget Officer and Agency Fiscal Officer to develop budgets for upcoming fiscal years. This involves comprehensive data analysis of personnel and non-personnel expenses based on historical performance and the integration of new initiatives.2. Budget Validation and Execution: Collaborate with key stakeholders to validate and execute the budget. Perform detailed analyses to identify spending pressures, assess surplus or deficit situations, and address any gaps. Manage fund reprogramming and reallocations, and oversee the submission of budget authorization requests.3. Budget Reporting and Monitoring: Ensure continuous monitoring of the budget within a dynamic organizational structure. Provide monthly reports comparing actuals to budget, prepare Spending Pressure Reports, update Schedule A, and deliver other analyses to support decision-making and reporting needs.4. Year-End Budget Closing: Lead a team of Budget Analysts and Technicians, working closely with the accounting department to facilitate the efficient closure of financial books at year-end. Delegate tasks, guide team members, review work, and ensure accurate completion of all necessary actions.Additional Responsibilities:• Budget Management: Oversee an operating budget exceeding $500M and maintain Schedule A for over 4,000 full-time employees (FTEs).• Forecasting and Reporting: Prepare and present monthly and quarterly Financial Reports (FRP) to forecast spending for the remainder of the fiscal year.• Ad-Hoc Analysis: Conduct ad-hoc analyses, data modeling, and scenario presentations to identify budgetary gaps, needs, and implications of surplus or deficit.• Team Leadership: Mentor and lead budget analysts and technicians, fostering a collaborative environment to ensure the successful execution of budgetary tasks and year-end closing activities.

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Key Responsibilities:1. Personnel and Non-Personnel Budget Management: Collaborated with the Agency Budget Officer and Agency Fiscal Officer to manage and track both personnel and non-personnel budgets for the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD). Conducted in-depth trend analyses to monitor expenditure patterns, identify process gaps, and recommend actions to enhance budget control and streamline processes.2. Year-End Closing and Budget Formulation: Coordinated with Budget Analysts and the Accounting Team to ensure the efficient closure of financial books. Managed tasks such as de-obligating Purchase Orders (POs), closing open requisitions (RK), and accounting for pending expenditures. Simultaneously prepared the budget for the upcoming fiscal year while executing the current year’s budget.3. Transition to New Financial System: Assisted the MPD and Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO) teams with the implementation of the new District Integrated Financial System (DIFS), encompassing ERP and EPM systems.Additional Responsibilities:• Forecasting and Analysis: Conducted monthly and quarterly forecast analyses to help identify surpluses or deficits and assess their implications on the year-end budget.• Expense and Reallocation Oversight: Approved and monitored non-personnel expense requests, including requisitions and purchase orders. Authorized budget reallocations to support daily operations.• Reporting and Documentation: Prepared and submitted various analysis reports and justifications. Conducted ad-hoc and trend analyses to identify gaps and assess budgeting needs.• Technical Skills: Utilized advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and macros) and experience with ERP systems for accurate budget management and reporting.• Project Management: Led the transition to new financial systems, demonstrating project management skills and the ability to drive system implementation and integration.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Key Responsibilities:1. Organizational Budget Management:• Collaborated with the VP of Finance to prepare the organization’s fiscal year budget, including a summary for the VP of Finance, COO, President, and Board of Directors.• Collected initial budgetary data from Program Directors, including staffing requirements and other direct costs, to support ongoing operations.• Consolidated and validated budgets, assessed resource allocation, and ensured compliance with the annual organizational budget.• Managed the working budget and budget forecasts throughout the fiscal year.2. Grants/Donations Management:• Pre-Award: Developed grant and donation proposals, including budgets for staff time, fringe benefits, direct costs, and overhead.• Award: Made necessary budget adjustments and submitted revised budgets to funders.• Post-Award: Established project codes for each grant/donation (restricted and non-restricted), provided access to relevant program directors and staff, and regularly reviewed actuals vs. budget reports with program directors to monitor budget burn rates.• Reporting: Prepared interim and final close-out reports for funders.3. Implementation of ERP Business Solutions:• Worked closely with the VP of Finance to lead the initiative for implementing new ERP Business Solutions, enhancing the organization’s financial systems.Additional Responsibilities:• Generated detailed monthly, quarterly, and year-to-date actual vs. budget variance reports.• Prepared interim and final close-out financial reports.• Managed staff time allocation within a matrix organizational environment.• Supported the enhancement of accounting and financial operations through ERP implementation.• Assisted the VP of Finance with special projects, reports, and tracking General Operating Support funds.• Administered and provided support for Databasics and Power-Plan systems.

1630 Crescent Pl, Nw Washington Dc 20009

Responsible for grant accounting of Global Connect, Arts and Culture, and Development divisions at MIC. That includes supporting project/program teams, financial reports (actuals vs budget), benefits allocation, reconciling revenue and expense accounts, and assisting with audit schedule. In addition, my major responsibilities included:• Grant Expense Management: Oversaw grant expenses for federal and private-funded programs, ensuring accurate financial tracking and reporting.• Compliance: Ensured adherence to Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and 2-CFR-200 standards.• Benefits Allocation: Conducted monthly benefits allocation using pivot tables and VLOOKUP functions.• Project and Contract Support: Assisted program teams with project accounting and contract implementation.• Financial Records Management: Created, updated, and maintained financial records using Microsoft SL-Dynamics.• Accounts Payable and Vendor Management: Supported accounts payable processes, managed vendor relations, and prepared Form 1099 submissions to the IRS.• Reconciliation: Completed monthly balance sheet and credit card reconciliations.• Audit Preparation: Assisted in preparing audit schedules and gathering supporting documentation.• Payment Processing: Managed domestic and international payments via ACH and Wire Transfer platforms.• General Ledger Accuracy: Ensured accuracy of general ledger accounts and processed monthly accruals and deferrals.• Additional Duties: Performed other tasks as assigned by the Finance Director and Vice President of Finance.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Kabul, Afghanistan

Justice Sector Support Program (JSSP) is a unique rule of law program of its type in Afghanistan, funded by Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement (INL) and implemented by PAE throughout my tenure.• Successfully managed and delivered over 50 contract milestones for the JSSP, a unique rule of law program funded by the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement (INL).• Oversaw a budget exceeding USD 2M, streamlined processes to reduce effort, and led a team of over 90 staff, including Team Leaders, International Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), and administrative personnel.• Collaborated with key Afghan institutions including the Supreme Court, Attorney General’s Office, Ministry of Justice, and Ministry of Women’s Affairs to enhance organizational capacity.In addition, my major responsibilities included:• Reported progress on deliverables to the U.S. Department of State, ensuring transparency and accountability.• Reviewed and verified deliverables for accuracy and quality, providing feedback and clarification to the team.• Developed, executed, forecasted, and reconciled budgets for the program’s period of performance.• Supported the Project Management Office (PMO) in procurement processes to implement program initiatives.• Coordinated with counterparts and donors to prevent duplication of efforts and ensure effective collaboration.• Built and maintained professional relationships with key stakeholders.• Managed the donation process from initiation through to handover.• Directed recruitment efforts for International SMEs, Team Leaders, and Specialized Advisors.• Provided advisory support to justice institutions in formulating strategies and action plans.• Assisted in the implementation of IT connectivity projects and administrative and budgetary reforms in justice institutions.• Responded promptly to Requests for Information (RFIs) from U.S. Department of State officials, including the U.S. Ambassador to Afghanistan.

Kabul, Afghanistan

Key Responsibilities:• Supported Program Teams: Assisted with project accounting and financial management for program teams.• Payroll Processing: Managed monthly payroll for over 30 staff members.• Tax Reporting: Prepared and submitted year-end tax reports to the Income Tax Department.• Vendor Payments: Processed vendor payments and managed petty cash operations.• Bank Reconciliation: Conducted monthly and quarterly bank statement reconciliations.• Expense Reporting and Budget Preparation: Prepared expense reports and assisted in the preparation of the annual budget.• Audit Support: Assisted in preparing audit schedules and gathering necessary supporting documentation.• Financial Records Management: Created, updated, and maintained financial records using NAVISION financial database.• Administrative Records Management: Created, updated, and maintained administrative records using LOC-Data database.• Staff Onboarding: Managed the onboarding process for new staff, tracked probation periods, and handled contract extensions.• Administrative Resource Management: Oversaw day-to-day administrative resources and operations.• Additional Duties: Performed other duties and special projects as assigned by the Finance and Admin Attaché.

Kabul, Afghanistan

Key Responsibilities:• Data Collection and Analysis: Collected, analyzed, and recorded data from field engineers, consolidating information for various reports.• Data Quality Assurance: Reviewed data for inconsistencies or anomalies to ensure accuracy in analytical processes.• Training and Mentorship: Trained and mentored field engineers on reporting procedures and data collection methods.• Database Management: Entered human resources, administrative, and financial data into the CARE database.• Administrative Support: Assisted the Admin and Finance Officer with daily operational tasks.• Organizational Management: Maintained organizational charts and managed leave and payroll for field advisers.

Kabul, Afghanistan

Recorded administrative, financial data, and human resource data into the database. Assisted the Admin and Finance Officer with accomplishing daily activities, drafted and sent official letters, maintained organizational charts, and assisted tracking leave record and processing payroll.

Master Of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business Administration And Management, General, A

Activities and Societies: MBA Association - PresidentEstablished the MBA Association to facilitate student affairs with faculty, share.

Bachelor'S Degree, Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services, A

Diploma In Information Technology (Dit), Information Technology, A