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Work History

• United States Marine Corps
• Finance and Budget Analyst
• August 2007 to September 2009

• • Implemented new program to generate realistic expenditures regarding all aspects of travel by personnel and the related logistical costs.
  o Dramatically reduced costs by ensuring most cost effective means of travel was used at all times.
  • Researched and created complex statements regarding travel and training expenditures.
  • Reported regulated funds to reflect amount available. Administered and balanced applicable fund accounts.
  • Compiled statistical, financial, accounting and auditing reports and tables pertaining to such matters as cash expenditures, accounts payable and receivable.
  • Supervised the work of all administrative personnel, to ensure adherence to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures.
  • Discussed job performance problems with personnel to identify causes and issues and to work on resolving problems in order for them to be in good standing for promotion.

• T-Mobile
• Senior Sales Associate
• June 2005 to August 2007

• • Worked alongside manager to learn the functions of what runs a retail store. Exposed to the financial aspect of daily operations, which included analyzing current and potential profit margins from daily sales and also analyzed marketing techniques and determined effectiveness of different campaigns.
  • Resolved customer complaints and answered customer’s questions regarding policies and procedures.
  • Trained and instructed new employees in job duties and company policies or arranged for training to be provided along with managers’ discretion.
  • Provided customer and personal service-- Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This included customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
  • Provided employees with guidance in handling difficult or complex problems and in resolving escalated complaints or disputes.

• United States Marine Corps
• Corporal (Leader of 10 personnel)
• June 2004 to June 2005

• • Led a squad of 10 enlisted men and women. Instrumental in creating a sustained bond that contributed to the safe and healthy return of all.
  • Mentored and coached all squad members to peak performance and high morale.

• Internship
• Management Consultant
• September 2010 to January 2011

• Advised diverse businesses (start-up and mature organizations) on their business and marketing plans, including mission statements, balance sheets, and statement of cash flows. Advised a start-up company on various business entities and their resulting tax obligations. Developed accounting system to reflect cash flow analysis and balance sheet. In addition to financial and tax advice, consulted with business on strategy and marketing. Developed online marketing campaign for a mature non-profit organization using Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube, resulting in increased awareness and revenue of company’s initiative.

Education

• Providence College
• Masters of Business Administration, Management, Finance
• 2009 - 2011

• Providence College
• B.S. Business Administration, Accounting
• 2007 - 2009