Military Pay Technician Resume Example Defense Finance Accounting Services

MILITARY PAY TECHNICIAN

Professional Summary

Highly motivated financial professional with a successful career managing risk, performing due diligence, leading projects and handling time-sensitive, complex transactions.

Skills

Strong communication skills
Superior attention to detail
Self-motivated professional
Energetic and proactive

Highly dependable
Team Player
Accurate and detailed
Extremely organized
Excellent work ethic

Work History

Military Pay Technician 07/2012 to Current
Defense Finance Accounting Services – Fort Wainwright, AK

Establish, maintain, and review military service members (active and reserve) pay accounts for accuracy in entitlements and deductions.
Exercise precision in entering personnel actions, reviewing pay authorization documents, determining entitlements, and processing pay entitlement actions that serve as a basis for pay and leave computation and affect the disbursement of pay.
Conduct military payroll audits requiring in-depth research of historical records.
Provide assistance to customers regarding military payroll services.
Review completed or rejected military pay transactions taking corrective action when necessary, and compiling information regarding the causes of incorrect pay entitlements.
Input transactions to process military payroll entitlements in automated system while troubleshooting for errors in an automated system(s) looking for both system deficiencies and coding problems.
Perform problem solving and correct payroll records based on a standardized set of pay rules, regulations, laws, procedures or operations that govern each pay entitlement. Utilize formulas to compute and process non-standard payroll entitlement actions.
Compute complex military pay and allowances such as special and incentive pay, using manual computations, formulas and tables. Compute bonuses, lump-sum leave, or severance pay using formulas, maximum pay tables, regulations, and standard rules.
Compile, calculate, and prepare payroll tax data, statements, or reports to meet Federal Regulations.
Assist fellow co-workers in researching and resolving customer inquiries, complaints, and requests for information for al areas within financial management.
Review military pay accounts for debt management and initiate action to assist service members with repaying debts in accordance with applicable guidelines.

Family Child Care Provider 02/2012 to 07/2012
Self-Employed – Fort Wainwright, AK

Served as a manager with responsibility for the assigned operation of a Child, Youth and School Serrvices (CYSS) activity and program IAW applicable CYSS regulations.
Maintained control of and accounts for the whereabouts and safety of children and youth oversees arrival/departure of children/youth.
Supervised children and youth during daily schedule of indoor and outdoor activities, on field trips, outings and special events.
Encouraged participant interest and establish a program setting that promotes positive child and youth interactions with other children, youth, and adults.
Planned, coordinated, and conducted activities for program
participants based on observed needs of individual children/youth accommodating special needs.
Worked with Family Child Care trainer to implement activities and special events that meet the physical, social, emotional and cognitive needs of children and youth.
Interacted with children and youth using approved child guidance and youth development techniques modeling appropriate behaviors and techniques for working with children/youth.
Maintained children records IAW CYSS policies.
Maintained financial records and reports of supplies and equipment, food subsidies, and childcare fees and fee subsidies.
Maintained and tracked budget for business operations ensuring accuracy of bank records against accounting records.
Prepared a variety of reports covering status of funds, expenses and tax obligations as required by the IRS.

Administrative Assistant 08/2008 to 03/2012
Child, Youth & School Services – Vilseck, Germany

Oversaw the administrative management of the reception area of the MWR Administrative office.
Received customers and visitors in a courteous manner.
Prioritized, prepared and coordinated responses to inquiries that are sensitive in nature ensuring correspondence, reports, travel orders, etc. are processed correctly and expeditiously.
Utilized Child and Youth Management System (CYMS) to oversee the collection, accurate accounting and reporting of funds; and to collect and maintain up-to-date statistical data
for planning and reporting purposes IAW higher headquarters and statutory requirements.
Maintained office calendars and appointment/meeting schedules, arranging meetings, conferences and training events.
Maintained electronic and hardcopy files of various documents, to include, e-mail, briefings, policy memorandums, in accordance with established records management procedures.
Determined requirements for forms, publications and printing, and independently prepare/process the appropriate documents.
Initiated requisitions for supplies and material and work requests for maintenance.
Initiated Civilian Personnel actions and help track background clearance checks.
Assist in maintaining leave records, time and attendance records and prepare payroll for MWR staff.
Utilized a variety of office automation systems such as word processing and databases to complete payroll, travel orders and other necessary correspondence.
Comprehended and articulated policies relating to patron fees, waiting lists, program events and personnel actions.
Initiated audits on household to ensure accuracy of fees and payments as requested.

Supply Sergeant 12/2005 to 06/2006
U.S. Army – Fort Richardson, AK

Mentored and trained co-workers in logistics management and logistical support, by providing the most accurate and experience knowledge in the field of supply.
Assured all equipment was in operable order and to the highest quality to support the company's missions on a daily basis.
Coordinated and conducted daily and monthly inventories of equipment and supplies.
Coordinated, supported and supervised several logistical operations.
Knowledgeable in the Army Record Information Management System (ARIMS) and Property Book Unit Supply Enhanced (PBUSE) devising a standardized filing system for the company in accordance with Army standards following guidelines.
Acclimated to all unit level and property book supply processes.
Coordinated battalion level equipment on-hand reports and processed unit status reporting.
Formatted and developed logistical presentations utilizing skills in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
Assisted in the development of a standardized Arms Room for the company ensuring all security standards were to regulation and implemented.
Initiated and coordinated the receipt and issue of MTOE equipment for unit readiness.
Devised and initiated plan for equipment issue to user level.
Coordinated and conducted the pick-up of equipment for the company.
Performed administrative duties related to work to include soldier counseling's, correspondence, e-mail responses, etc.

Supply Specialist 01/2003 to 12/2005
U.S. Army – Fort Gordon, GA

Mentored and trained co-workers in logistics management and logistical support, by providing the most accurate and experience knowledge in the field of supply.
Utilized a technical knowledge of supply regulations, manuals, catalogs, and Common Tables of Allowances to determine supply requirements, use, and justification for nonexpendable and durable items of equipment.
Balanced a Battalion level budget and coordinated daily and monthly inventories of equipment and supplies.
Maintained daily bookkeeping of all purchases and requisitions processed for the battalion.
Conducted business with the local Budget Analyst for the Battalion.
Coordinated, supported and supervised several logistical operations and movements in field and training exercises.
Familiar with all supply-related forms and publications necessary in conducting logistical business.
Initiated and developed a standardized Arms Room for the Battalion ensuring all security standards were in accordance to regulation. Received praise for the Installation Safety Office and setting the standard for other Arms Rooms in the installation.
Initiated and coordinated the receipt and issue of MTOE equipment for unit readiness.
Conducted military purchases with local vendors utilizing IMPAC credit card procedures.
Performed daily Supply Sergeant management skills with
three companies managing all assets and ensuring the basic supplies and equipment of soldiers were available.
Conducted turn-in of inoperable equipment utilizing proper local and DRMO regulations.
Managed and conducted the weekly turn-in of quartermaster laundry services.
Ensured all cyclic and sensitive inventories were completed on a timely basis for all companies.
Aided in maintaining the Command Discipline Program of supply economy.
Controlled and updated Fire Safety, Hazardous Material, and Environmental Safety inspection logs and books.
Orchestrated several battalion and company Change of Commands with 100% accountability of equipment and no losses.
Aided in the development of two brigades most commendable Organizational Command Inspection Programs.
Prepared correspondence related to supply adjustment actions, to include formal letters and memorandums for record on vehicle accidents, administrative adjustments, and for property lost, damaged, or destroyed.
Worked independently in the absence of supply officer to meet suspense and performed tasks.

Education

Master of Science: Accounting Current University of Phoenix - Phoenix, AZ (Online)

3.34 GPA

Bachelor of Science: Accounting 2011 University of Maryland University College - Rose Barracks, Germany Campus

3.14 GPA
Minor in Business Administration
Accounting Foundation Certificate

Volunteer History

Family Readiness Group Treasurer

Maintained budget for FRG to ensure adequate funding for events and projects.
Generated excel spreadsheets for monthly bank reconciliations.
Provided guidance on proper use of funds in accordance with local policies and guidelines.

Family Readiness Group Key Caller

Served as a point of contact for a group of unit spouses/family members to ensure communication to all of upcoming events, projects, and services available.
Assisted in the coordination of emergency drills.

Math Tutor

Assisted an 8th Grade classroom in learning mathematical concepts.
Exhibited excellent interpresonal communication skills and ease in relating to students from varying educational, cultural, and social backgrounds.
Exhibited excellent level of responsibility, reliability, and punctuality.

Girl Scout Troop Co-Leader

Work in partnership with girls and adults to generate girls' interests in the ways they can discover themselves while making the world a better place through the Girl Scout Leadership Experience (GSLE).
Serve as a positive example for girls by modeling positive attributes, such as reliability, respect for others, inclusiveness, and a positive attitude.
Organize fun and interactive activities that address current issues involving girl's interests and needs.
Support girls in attaining their goals and awards.
Provide guidance and information to the parents or guardians of girls on a regular, on-going basis through a variety of tools, including e-mail, phone calls, newsletters, and blogs.

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Military Pay Technician Resume Example

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