Erlene Gail R. Collado

Oversaw execution of budget surpassing $47 million for National Guard State Partnership Program, managing 116 partnerships. Supported NGB J5 leadership through effective office environment oversight. Ensured quality control in personnel actions, rosters, leave management, and ETMS2 task tracking system. Conducted analysis of historical budget execution to estimate annual operational financial needs. Tracked distribution status and fund execution by state financial officers with precision. Reviewed past and present year executions to inform future budget requests. Finalized fiscal year closeouts and strategically reallocated excess funds to fulfill mission objectives.

Directed execution review and stewardship of $1.8 billion portfolio across three appropriations related to Army National Guard operations. Served as certifying authority for financial execution and travel for directorate personnel. Enhanced communication regarding financial matters by facilitating multiple training platforms for program managers. Executed comprehensive financial analyses supporting strategic planning and policy formulation activities. Participated in budget preparation aligning financial strategies with organizational goals. Supported rollout of advanced financial management systems improving data accuracy in reporting. Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams to optimize financial processes and drive efficiency improvements. Ensured rigorous compliance with fiscal regulations preserving integrity of all financial operations.

Coordinated efforts between ARNG human resources and finance communities, supporting IPPS-A implementation. Revised IPPS-A pay error resolution guide, ensuring effective pay processing. Delivered leadership throughout the transition for ARNG Military Staff Advisory Group and Resource Management Advisory Council. Created training programs for new staff, enhancing skills and knowledge. Improved data accuracy and reporting timelines through process optimization. Organized stakeholder meetings to align expectations and gather feedback effectively. Guided junior team members, promoting growth through mentorship. Spearheaded initiatives that optimized resource allocation across various projects.

Increased audit compliance from 94% to 99.4% by providing quality assurance for independent public accountant audits through meticulous documentation. Implemented budget forecasts aligned with organizational objectives and resource management strategies. Enhanced communication and streamlined resource distribution through effective cross-departmental coordination. Supported data-driven decision-making by evaluating program performance metrics regularly. Conducted training sessions on resource management software, improving staff skill sets. Organized strategic planning meetings focused on identifying process improvements in resource allocation.

Coordinated planning for over 500 site visits, supporting ARNG headquarters operations. Directed inquiries related to military pay and travel systems, ensuring timely reconciliation of 200 missions. Managed stakeholder financial documentation submissions, maintaining adherence to regulations. Collaborated with finance executives to review funds and enhance budget efficiency. Regularly analyzed operating budgets to identify trends and realign necessary funding. Ensured complete accountability of office equipment valued at $106,000. Maintained all personnel actions in director's office, achieving 100% compliance with annual records.

Oversaw preparation and distribution of over $8.5 billion in Army National Guard pay, ensuring timely financial operations. Led budget execution processes with strict adherence to federal regulations, ensuring full compliance. Created detailed financial reports to track budget variances and identify cost-saving opportunities. Provided mentorship to state and field analysts on best practices in budget management and financial analysis. Enhanced accuracy and reduced errors through streamlined budgeting workflows and process improvements. Optimized resource allocation efficiency across various programs by implementing effective financial strategies.