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Miranda Barron

@mirandabarron

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Hello! I am a dedicated financial/data analyst with seven years of experience.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters growth, values collaboration, and emphasizes data-driven decision-making.

I am an analytical and detail-oriented Budget Analyst with over seven years of experience in financial management within the healthcare sector. My expertise lies in data analysis, process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration. I excel at using advanced Excel functions, Power BI, and SQL databases to drive efficiency and support strategic decision-making.

Currently, I manage a complex medical center budget exceeding $1 billion at the Department of Veterans Affairs, ensuring accurate reporting and optimal resource allocation. I have led initiatives to automate manual reporting processes, implementing data visualization tools that reduced manual reporting efforts by 30%. My role involves interpreting and analyzing large data sets, assisting in system testing, and collaborating with stakeholders to troubleshoot reporting issues.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Budget Analyst

Current

Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Healthcare System

Apr 2021 - Present (4 years 1 month)

Managed and executed a complex medical center budget exceeding $1 billion, ensuring accurate reporting and optimal resource allocation. Led initiatives to automate manual reporting processes, implementing data visualization tools and managing Power BI Dashboards, reducing manual reporting efforts by 30%. Collaborated cross-functionally with service line management and the Chief Financial Officer t

Advanced Excel Power BI SQL Data Analysis Process Improvement Project Management Data Validation

Budget Technician

Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Healthcare System

Jul 2017 - Present (7 years 10 months)

Assisted in the planning, distribution, and execution of the annual budget, including personnel cost forecasting and account management. Advised managers and service line leaders on funding availability and status of accounts to support informed decision making. Managed the department’s Microsoft Access database to support tracking, analysis, and reporting efforts.

Financial Operations Account Management Data Analysis Reporting

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

Bachelor of Science in Accountancy, Accountancy

Grade: 3.8 (Magna Cum Laude)

Activities and societies: Dean’s List (All Semesters), Cougar Pride Scholarship recipient.

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Accountancy, focusing on financial management principles and accounting practices. Gained expertise in data analysis and financial reporting relevant to the field.

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE)

Bachelor of Science, Accountancy

Grade: 3.8 (Magna Cum Laude)

Activities and societies: Dean’s List (All Semesters), Cougar Pride Scholarship recipient

Completed a comprehensive curriculum in Accountancy, focusing on financial reporting, auditing, and taxation. Achieved a strong academic record, graduating Magna Cum Laude.