• More than 15 years of management and accounting experience. Proven ability in strategic planning and execution and many years of making value-based decisions. Aggressive drive for result. Advance knowledge of computer software in accounting, grant writing and management. |
Contact Matthew Sawyer
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Area of Expertise: |
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Administration, Management, Finance/Accounting, Procurement
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Fundraising, Business Development, Grants Writer
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Government, Governance, Reforms
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Social, Education, Gender, Youth, Child
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Trade, Finance, Economics, Cooperation, Global
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Professional Experience: |
Program Director, February 2, 2011 to Present Universal Living Care, Inc. • Provide Clinical supervision to the newly hired Qualified Intellectual Developmental Professionals (QIDPs); • Monitor the development of planning and implementation of clinical therapeutic programming for residents; • Participate in the incorporation and implementation of agency policies and procedures; • Work in the planning and preparation of agency budgets, proposals and contracts; • Participate in supervising and developing the Organization 's goals and objectives, monitor progress and evaluated outcome; • Participate in the preparation of the Organization's quality assurance and national accreditation reviews. • Design staff development and training for clinical , administrative and clerical staff; • Provide a safe and healthy environment in all agency facilities through regular inspection(s), risk management and implementation of applicable policies and standards; • Participate in writing proposals and preparing the Organization 's Quarterly; • Responsible for the overall coordination and management of all grants received from the State of Illinois and other organizations; • Review all proposals ensuring technical inputs and providing quality assurance, and ensuring that all funding proposals are submitted to partners/donors on time; • Participate in interviewing and hiring of new staff.
Financial Manager, Grants & Contracts April 9, 2001 - February 2011 Access Community Health Network (Formerly Sinai Health System)
• Responsible for ensuring the overall coordination and efficient management of all grants; • Responsible for all grant management • Worked closely with the Chief Financial Officer , the Grant Monitoring & Evaluation Department; • Analyzed grants financial data, extract and define relevant information; • Reviewed and performed grants cost benefit analysis related to projects and/or programs; • Performed statistical, cost, and financial analysis of data reported in the various grants accounting systems; • Developed financial reports for forecasting , trending, and results analysis; • Interpreted financial transactions and events for the senior management; • Prepared grant profit and loss statements and monthly closing and cost accounting reports; • Compiled and analyzed financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts, and document business transactions ; • Established , maintained, and coordinated the implementation of grant accounting and control procedures ; • Analyzed and reviewed budgets and expenditures for local, state, federal, and private funding, contracts, and grants; • Monitored and reviewed accounting and related system reports for accuracy and completeness; • Prepared and reviewed budget, revenue, expense, payroll entries, invoices, and other accounting documents; • Analyzed revenue and expenditure trends and recommended appropriate budget levels, and ensured expenditure
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Education: |
MBA, Business and Finance Roosevelt University Graduate School of Management, Chicago, IL (2004-2006)
Master of Science in Education in Curriculum and Instruction, Chicago State University, Chicago, IL (1993-1996)
BSc. Business Administration & Accounting, Chicago State University, Chicago, IL (1984- 1989)
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PROFESSIONAL INTERESTS:
Management/ Administration Finance, Accounting & Analysis Programming & Budgeting Education/Staff Development Research
LICENSES/CERTIFICATES
• Certificate, Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP) -IDHS
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP
• Former President, The Foundation for Peace and Stability in Liberia 1998 - 1999 • Member, National Black MBA Association , Inc. 2007
HONORS AND AWARDS
• Academic Achievement Awards, University of Liberia, 1981 - 1983 • Nancy Doe Scholarship Award , Monrovia , Liberia, through Chicago State University , 1984 - 1989 • Illinois General Assembly Minority Scholarship Program , 1988-1989 • International Scholarships Program , Chicago State University, 1984-1988 • Graduate Scholarship Award , Chicago State University, Chicago, Illinois 1993 - 1996
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