Joshua Ethridge
Little Rock
Summary
Dynamic Financial Information and Audit Readiness Specialist with the 186th Air Refueling Wing, adept at driving compliance and enhancing financial accuracy. Expert in budget formulation and resource allocation, I excel in delivering actionable insights and fostering team collaboration to optimize operational efficiency. Proven track record in audit readiness and process improvement.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Information and Audit Readiness Specialist
186th Air Refueling Wing, Mississippi Air National Guard
Meridian
10.2024 - Current
- Lead financial analysis and audit readiness initiatives ensuring compliance with DoD and federal financial management regulations.
- Advised leadership on budget execution and funding availability, clarifying financial impacts of operational decisions for informed decision-making.
- Performed trend and variance analysis of funding execution to identify risks and recommend corrective actions, enhancing financial oversight.
- Develop budget forecasts, projections, and resource allocation strategies aligned with mission priorities.
- Evaluate internal controls and implemented process improvements to enhance financial accuracy and accountability.
- Prepare and present financial data, reports, and recommendations to leadership supporting decision-making.
- Validate and reconcile financial system data, identifying discrepancies and coordinating resolution with stakeholders.
Financial Management Technician
186th Air Refueling Wing, Mississippi Air National Guard
Meridian
10.2024 - Current
- Process financial transactions and maintain supporting documentation in compliance with federal and ANG financial procedures.
- Tracked and monitored budget execution, ensuring expenditures aligned with approved funding.
- Compiled financial data and supporting documents for reports, audits, and inspections, enhancing compliance and accountability.
- Input and maintain data within financial management systems, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Supported account reconciliation and identified discrepancies for correction, contributing to accurate financial reporting.
- Provide administrative and technical support for financial operations, including document management and record keeping.
- Assist in preparing materials for year-end closeout and routine financial reviews.
Knowledge Operations Management Specialist
186th Air Refueling Wing, Mississippi Air National Guard
Meridian
10.2021 - 10.2024
- Managed organizational data systems supporting operational planning, resource tracking, and documentation.
- Analyzed operational requirements and resource impacts to support planning and budgeting.
- Evaluated program requirements, contracts, and contingency plans to determine manpower and funding implications.
- Developed and maintained tracking systems to enhance accountability of assets and resources.
- Trained personnel on data systems and compliance requirements to ensure accuracy and operational efficiency.
Education
Associate of Arts -
East Central Community College
Decatur, MSBachelor of Business Administration -
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MSSkills
- Audit readiness
- Federal financial compliance
- Financial analysis and reporting
- Cost analysis
- Budget management
- Financial project management
- Resource forecasting
- Data validation
- Process improvement
- Stakeholder communication
Timeline
Financial Information and Audit Readiness Specialist
186th Air Refueling Wing, Mississippi Air National Guard
10.2024 - Current
Financial Management Technician
186th Air Refueling Wing, Mississippi Air National Guard
10.2024 - Current
Knowledge Operations Management Specialist
186th Air Refueling Wing, Mississippi Air National Guard
10.2021 - 10.2024
Associate of Arts -
East Central Community College
Bachelor of Business Administration -
Mississippi State University