Freddie Williamson
@freddiewilliamson
Experienced budget and reporting manager with strong analytical skills.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated financial professional with extensive experience in budget management and financial reporting. Over the years, I have successfully directed the budget department for the Department of Social Services, managing an annual budget of approximately $800 million. My role involved collaborating with department directors to assess their budget needs, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations, and preparing detailed financial reports for executive management.
In my previous position as Assistant Controller at Piedmont Medical Center, I assisted in overseeing daily financial operations, including month-end close reviews and compliance with GAAP. My ability to analyze financial data and provide actionable insights has consistently contributed to improved financial performance across various departments. I am passionate about leveraging my skills to drive strategic financial decisions and enhance organizational efficiency.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Budget and Reporting Manager
Department of Social Services
Oct 2024 - May 2025 (7 months)
Directed the day-to-day operations of the agency's budget department, developing and distributing the annual budget totaling approximately $800 million. Monitored the budget on an ongoing basis, providing monthly and ad hoc reporting to management and coordinating daily activities of budget staff.
Assistant Controller
Piedmont Medical Center
Aug 2023 - May 2024 (9 months)
Assisted the CFO in daily financial operations, including month-end close review, analysis, and action planning, and oversaw supply chain and revenue cycle operations. Responsible for preparing the market's annual detailed operating budget, routine forecast preparation, and ensuring SOX compliance.
Accountant/Fiscal Analyst III
Land Use and Environmental Service Agency
Aug 2022 - Jul 2023 (11 months)
Provided financial services and budget support to the Solid Waste and Code Enforcement Divisions, including revenue projections, grant documents, and procurement processes. Prepared, reviewed, and submitted complex financial reports, reconciliations, and statements.
Accountant/Fiscal Analyst III
South Carolina Department of Education
May 2021 - Jul 2022 (1 year 2 months)
Maintained accurate accounting records from school districts and sub-recipients for various state and federal programs, preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports. Audited reimbursement claims and processed payments, resolving potential problems with sub-grantees.
Accountant/Fiscal Analyst III
South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (SCDH
Aug 2015 - Apr 2021 (5 years 8 months)
Managed documentation and reconciliation of $7 billion in expenditures for Medicare and Medicaid Services annually, preparing accurate and timely CMS 64 and CMS 21 reports. Acted as a subject-matter expert for a project to transition to a new analytics vendor (SAS), providing input for report recreation.
Accountant/Fiscal Analyst II
Department of Health & Environment Control
Apr 2014 - Jul 2015 (1 year 3 months)
Created and maintained monthly financial records for the AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP), tracking expenditures and reporting monthly revenue from drug manufacturers. Assisted Senior Manager in planning and executing audits at various funding locations.
Auditor III
Office of the Attorney General, Department of Crime Victim C
Nov 2013 - Mar 2014 (4 months)
Supported Senior Manager in scheduling compliance audit/review priorities, preparing audits according to established policies and GAAP/GAAS. Reviewed approved budgets from entities receiving victim assistance funding and ensured proper records management.
Accounting Clerk III
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Jun 2011 - Sep 2013 (2 years 3 months)
Updated and maintained financial data on providers, processing and reconciling payments. Provided accounting and clerical support to the accounting department, maintaining an orderly financial filing system.
Accountant/Fiscal Analyst I
Office of the Attorney General, Department of Crime Victim C
Jun 2009 - May 2011 (1 year 11 months)
Developed and maintained accounting systems with spreadsheets to analyze, reconcile, and monitor State Appropriated, VOCA, and Victim Compensated claims. Prepared and submitted monthly expense reconciliation reports and managed agency supplies.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Claflin University
Bachelor of Science, Accounting
2004 - 2008
Activities and societies: Former member of National Association of Black Accountants.
Studied Accounting at Claflin University. Was a former member of the National Association of Black Accountants.
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