Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program analyst; examine FMS accounting cases by country, case and line then analyze issues, reconcile problems and initiate corrective actions for line closure. Reconciliation is necessary as the cases are past due for closure and cannot close due to issues of imbalance with the accounting and the logistics systems. Extensive research is necessary to resolve the differences and correct the discrepancies. Work closely with government Program Managers, and DFAS (Defense Finance & Accounting Service) to ensure correctness and accuracy with the recognition for urgency and efficiency. Conducts a high-level financial annual review of open cases to provide direction on the current status of an active FMS case. This provides the program managers, the country, and financial management of any concerns that might need addressing early on; such as an over obligation of funds or lack of deliveries into the logistical system.Government FM Systems: Security Assistance Management Information System (SAMIS), Electronic Document Access (EDA), Automated Business Services System (ABSS), Mechanization Of Contract Administration Services (MOCAS), DFAS Transaction Interface Module (DTIMS), Commanders Resource Integration System (CRIS), Case Management Control System (CMCS), Defense Integrated Financial System (DIFS), Case Financial Dashboard (CFD), Standard Contract Reconciliation Tool (SCRT), and the Mainframe Internet Access Portal (MIAP).

Provide support to the Financial Improvement and Audit Readiness (FIAR) team at HQ AFMC Wright Patterson Air Force Base. Assist HQ AFMC FIAR team by building and working data for Assertion Packages for the Working Capital Fund (WCF) of the USAF. Assertion packages are guided by using the Financial Improvement Plan’s (FIP’s) as a template to guide the work product and the FIAR guidance issued by Office of the Under Secretary of Defense (OUSD). Coordinate with different organizations across different Commands to collect information through substantive testing and obtain data for evaluation for a financial audit by the Department of Defense mandated due dates of 2014 for Statement of Budgetary Resources, 2015 for Existence and Completeness, and 2017 for the Full Financial Statement reconciliation. Currently focusing on the inventory packages which are asserting to the Existence and Completion of the WCF inventory line item on the USAF Financial Statements. Concentrating on the sub-assessable unit of the Medical/Dental Inventory assertion with an OSD due date of 2015, expected to be completed ahead of schedule by Dec 2014. Research and documentation of the inventory process from the beginning to end has been necessary to evaluate any shortfalls and deficiencies. Using AF Instructions (AFI’S) and guidelines on internal controls we have highlighted the effectiveness of the internal controls during the inventory cycle and recommend changes to policy in the assertion package. Engaged with other organizations for research and cooperation to maximize success of the FIAR effort, for example the Air Force Audit Agency (AFAA) has been asked to engage the in-theater contractor- managed Medical/Dental inventory sites that we cannot visit due to budget constraints. Communication liaison for senior-level management to include briefing, preparation, and organization of presentations. Administrated and managed an enterprise-wide communication repository for AFMC.

Provide support to the 88th Comptroller community at Wright Patterson AFB to facilitate efficiency and accuracy in accomplishing their mission of effectively managing and accurately allotting government funds. Assist over 1400 users to navigate the systems; using knowledge of accounting principles and AF regulations to advise the best course of action when issues arise. Manage user accounts to include initial set up and maintenance to comply with Air Force directives and regulations on individual roles, allowances, and internal controls regarding separation of duties. Manage a digital filing system of official records to maintain and utilize the required AF DD2875 documentation. Monthly validate and audit user accounts to comply with access requirements and quarterly deactivation /removal of excess user access information. Government FM systems: Automated Business Services System (ABSS), Obligated Adjustment Reporting System (OARS), General Accounting Finance System (GAFS-BQ), Integrated Accounts Payable System (IAPS), Defense Joint Military Pay System (DJMS), Commander’s Resource Integration System (CRIS), Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF). Software to include: Microsoft Powerpoint, Excel, Word, Project and SharePoint.

Works directly with flight chiefs and facility mgrs, and interacts with MAJCOM/HQ Agency staff to resolve accounting and financial reporting issues. Plan and provide interpretation to ensure compliance of the Air Force accounting instructions and manuals. Provide advice to the Deputy and/or Flight Chief when problems require their involvement. Utilizes knowledge/experience and understanding of generally accepted accounting practices specific to NAF (Non-Appropriated Fund)Accounting and general knowledge of NAF operations as a whole to provide technical advice to mgrs on accounting policy and it effect on NAF activities. Ensures all subsidiary accounts and the general Ledger are balanced and reconciled, all financial work is checked for accuracy and approved prior to end of month closeout, and payments of liabilities incurred by NAF activities are within Prompt Payment Act provisions. Ensures all income and dispersal transactions are processed and reported daily. Responsible for end of month close out, preparing all financial reports, including submission and distribution to higher headquarters as well as internal distribution to the NAF activities on base and one off-base NAFI. Overall responsibility for Central Cashier operation and revenue reporting process. Lead facilities training for personnel. Ensures stock number records are maintained for all items in the NAF inventory system (NAFRIS) Performs supervisory duties in an emergency or other short term and non-recurring basis for the assigned accounting office personnel. Manages, reviews, and updates the budgets for each facility, and builds the briefing for the NAF Council held every quarter and the monthly briefing for the squadron. Audit and submits payroll for both American and Local National payroll for processing. Installation Program Coordinator for the NAF Government Purchase Card to include conducting annual training. APF GPC card holder for both American and Local National payroll for processing.

Acts as liaison with HQ in Sembach Germany to submit data; to include invoices, TBCC's, Interfund Transfers, worksheets, etc. and to research all questions arising from submitted information. Resolve any issues that Sembach put to us regarding our financial situation. Performs double-entry accrual accounting in order to maintaining a combination of journals and ledgers. Examines, verifies, and analyzes a variety of documents to determine their mathematical correctness and validity, and clerical accuracy. Documents may include purchase orders, vouchers payroll, property records, etc., which are complicated by discounts, partial payments etc.. Resolves disagreements by contacting vendor, completes posting documents with back up attached, codes documents, and posts to appropriate ledger or journal. Reviews and totals general ledger accounts each month. Prepares worksheets, statements, and closes accounts. Prepares reports monthly, quarterly, and annually, reflecting the financial condition of activities serviced by the accounting unit. Central cashier duties to include accepting daily deposits and taking to local banking institution. Examine daily paperwork to include 1876's and 1878's for comparison before submitting to Germany to ensure accuracy. Enters new resale items into the NAFRIS inventory system to keep inventories accurate and keep from carrying slow moving merchandise. Approving official for the NAF Purchase card, reviews purchases made and ensure the correct GLAC's are chosen before approving. Acts as safety monitor for our building and conducts monthly spot checks.

Reconcile cash and banking statement, make general ledger entries, and process dollar transfers that transfer funds from NAFI to NAFI. Performs double-entry accrual accounting work. Examines, analyzes and verifies various documents for accuracy and validity. These documents to include purchase orders, vouchers, payroll, property records, consolidated activity reports, party sheets, collection vouchers, etc., which are complicated with discounts, and partial payments. Resolves disagreements by contacting vendor and reconciling appropriate accounts. Prepares worksheets, statements, and financial reports. Posts and totals general ledger accounts each month. Performs central cashier duties, including receiving deposits, maintaining a change fund, and makes daily deposit at financial institution. NAF Employee of the Quarter April-June 05

Responsible for accurate and efficient processing of demand account deposits, payments and withdrawals. Recognized customer needs and referred them to the correct banker to establish a more concrete banking relationship. Trained new employees in computer processes and implemented sales training of new products and services offered to our customers.