Chrysten Noel Funk

Chrysten Funk Alexandria, Va-- Senior-Level Financial & Research Analyst 10+ years’ successfully providing financial review and compliance guidance. Goal-focused, motivated, leader with expertise in many facets of financial management, research, analysis, and compliance within high-profile organizations. Expertise in compiling data and conducting detailed research focused on the identification of root-cause. Skilled in collaborating with all members of the organization to achieve business and financial, administrative and operational goals. Instrumental in streamlining and improving processes, enhancing productivity, and implementing sustainable resolutions. Technically proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Areas of Expertise • • • • • • • Research & Analysis Financial Analysis & Planning Leadership & Development Reconciliation & Reporting Coaching & Mentorship Continuous Improvement Problem Resolution • • • • • • • Root-Cause Analysis & Resolution Audit & Compliance AR/AP/Cash Management Accounting Principals Process & Change Management Client Management Strategic Analysis & Forecasting Professional Experience TCS/Pentagon Federal Credit Union, Tysons Corner, Va Financial Analyst & Project Manager (Long Term Contractor), March 2018 – Present Manage financial analysis of IT projects for the rapidly expanding credit union while providing accurate financial models and statements to our operations and support teams. Additionally, manage smaller projects while providing support for larger facilities projects.  Created and implemented a financial management program for facilities projects and currently implementing the process to all IT projects.  Own end to end analysis and accounting for our project management needs.  Implemented new methods of project creation and implementation while developing expert level Clarity skills.  Use Agile project management and implementation skills to more effectively assist our senior Project Managers Black Turtle Services Inc, Tysons Corner, Va Financial Analyst & Project Accountant (Temporary Contractor), September 2017 – January 2018 Managed financial analysis of a large government contract with over $5 million in revenue while providing accurate financial models and statements to our operations and support teams.  Utilized government accounting systems to analyze and build financial models to ensure prompt and accurate financial reconciliation using GAAP.  Created complex financial worksheets to invoice for timely payment for our contractors.  Owned end to end analysis and accounting for our contractors invoicing needs. Wells Fargo, Bethesda, MD Regulatory Remediation Analyst IV (Temporary Contractor), June 2017 – September 2017 Provided analysis of documents and transactions ensuring regulatory compliance identifying gaps and providing sustainable resolution. continued… Chrysten Funk Page 2  Reviewed documentation in regards to commercial customers ensuring regulatory and internal standards are met.  Engaged with customers and customer service managers to resolve compliance gaps.  Coached and guided team members on proper process and system utilization. MBO Partners, Herndon, VA Financial Services Manager, November 2011 - March 2017 Directed the day-to-day operations of a team focused on the management of Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, cash application, and reconciliation recording and verification. Led the analysis services of Fortune 500 accounts ensuring proper handling of client accounts and timely resolution of issues.  Collaborated on the implementation of the financial aspects of new enterprise programs.  Managed collections processes as well as the creation and maintenance of client records encompassing bankruptcy and legal issues.  Assisted in the drafting and implementation of new policies and procedures.  Designed and implemented key training for new employees and clients.  Liaised with clients to address concerns and issues relating to payroll, payments, account reconciliation, and collections.  Decreased outstanding AR from $2M to $25K as well as collection time from Fortune 500 organizations from 90 days to 25 days. Education Master of Financial Management, In Progress UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND UNIVERSITY COLLEGE, Online-Maryland Bachelor of Arts in History and Psychology UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA, Charlottesville, VA Credentials Financial Services Specialist • Remote Data Analytics Certificate •AGILE Level 01 Training & Development Basic SQL • Tableau • Data Analysis • Clarity Project Management