Accomplished Director with a wealth of experience and a proven track record in managing organizational re-sources and delivering sustainable results in grants and contracts, finance, accounting, and operations. Re-nowned for demonstrating exceptional business acumen, particularly in budget and contract performance management.
A visionary and innovative leader who consistently drives positive change, streamlines processes, and achieves
outstanding results. Possesses excellent communication and analytical skills, excels in fast-paced, cross-functional team environments, and is adept at managing staff and meeting tight deadlines precisely. Strong organizational skills and an unwavering commitment to ethical standards. A proven track record of imple-menting efficient
processes that lead to outstanding results.
Core professional competencies include:
• Exceptional Grants and Contracts Management • Effective Operations Management
• Strategic Risk Management • Proven Budget Management expertise
• Strong Accounting skills • Proficient Project Management abilities
• Demonstrated expertise in Compliance Management • Sound Financial Analysis skills
EXPERIENCE
Exodus Transitional Community (ETC), Director, Budgets and Contracts 2022 – Present
As an executive management team member, I expertly managed and coordinated a complex and prominent
portfolio of federal and non-federal grants and contracts. I have excelled in ensuring compliance and accurate
portfolio management while fostering solid relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Serve as the
primary point of contact and a subject matter expert on federal and non-federal grant regulations.
Furthermore, I adeptly managed and cultivated the department’s work plan and staff goals.
• Spearhead the annual budgeting and forecasting process for Grants/Contracts.
• Ensure adherence to Government policies and procedures to maintain compliance.
• Contribute to programmatic administration and the qualitative structure of grant activities, guiding
program partners on framing program accomplishments to ensure robust funder reports are submitted.
• Support budgetary estimates and project management plans.
• Conduct routine oversight and quality assurance to ensure proper preparation and submission of all
funder-required reporting, including audits.
• Foster an environment that promotes maximum productivity, professional development, open
communication, and teamwork.
• Enhance team capabilities, including government contract billing, receivables management, and
reporting processes.
NYC Department of Health & Mental Hygiene (DOHMH), Associate Contract Specialist 2019 – 2022
Accountable for managing a diverse portfolio of projects through agency contracts with the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH), external partners, internal departments, and other City Agencies. Col-laborated with stakeholders to leverage DOHMH’s resources for crucial public health initiatives, pilot pro-jects, and different pressing needs across New York City.
• Guided program partners in managing project funds, including reviewing payment reports and allocating
resources to ensure appropriate spending.
• Analyzed, revised, and processed budgets, contract amendments, and contract closeouts.
• Collaborated with external partners, internal program departments, and finance units to resolve project is-sues,
including subcontract approvals and timely reimbursement to external partners.
• Designed policies and procedures to optimize internal department processes and increase efficiency.
Raymond Wray
BOWERY RESIDENTS COMMITTEE (BRC), Senior Contract Manager 2018 – 2019
Oversaw the contract and budget operations and managed a portfolio worth $77 million in government and
foundation contracts.
• Facilitated monthly, quarterly, and annual billing and reporting to government agencies for prompt
reimbursement of payments.
• Developed operating budgets and forecasts for fiscal years’ beginning and end.
• Coordinated and participated in internal and external audits, including pre-audit preparations, and
served as the primary contact for external auditors.
• Managed contracts to ensure transaction compliance.
• Conducted timely reviews and approved all balance sheet accounts, including monthly bank
reconciliations and general ledger account reconciliations.
• Collaborated with finance and program management to ensure adherence to funders’ policies.
GAY MEN’S HEALTH CRISIS (GMHC), Senior Accountant 2017 – 2018
Accountable for maintaining accurate financial records, statements, and procedures in compliance with rele-vant laws and regulations for the agency. Oversaw the financial operations of 26 government contracts and grants to
ensure optimal performance.
• Orchestrated workflow and maintained positive relationships with stakeholders and cross-functional
departments to effectively execute and sustain vendor contracts.
• Directed general accounting functions such as general ledger, inventory control, purchasing, accounts
payable and accounts receivable to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Analyzed monthly, quarterly, and annual contract expenses, forecasts, and budgets, identifying and
reporting discrepancies as needed.
• Conducted variance report analysis to ensure adherence to operational budget targets and objectives.
• Scrutinized financial statements for inconsistencies.
NEW YORK STATE URBAN DEVELOPMENT, also known as, EMPIRE STATE DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION, Financial Project Manager 2005 – 2016
Oversaw the finance and accounting functions for three major real estate development initiatives at the Em-pire State Development Corporation, a New York State Agency.
Harlem Community Development Corporation: In 1995, a project worth $20 million was initiated to plan and stimulate economic revitalization in the greater Harlem community.
Atlantic Yards Community Development Corporation d/b/a Pacific Park: The project’s initiation took place in 2006, which involved a $4.9 billion mixed-use development spanning 22 acres in downtown Brook-lyn.
Queens West Development Corporation: this project In 1992, this $290 million waterfront development project spanning 74 acres was initiated in Hunters Point, Long Island City.
• Directed financial and accounting functions, such as planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Approved payment requests, including invoices and purchase orders, and conducted budget reviews
with senior management.
• Established and cultivated relationships with external partners and relevant City and State agencies.
• Oversaw general accounting functions, such as general ledger, inventory control, accounts payable, and
accounts receivable, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of reporting.
• Managed the production of annual budgets and forecasts and collaborated with procurement to ensure
contracts and purchase orders complied with organizational rules and guidelines.
Raymond Wray
EDUCATION
CUNY – School of Labor and Urban Studies, Urban and Community Studies, BA
BINGHAMTON UNIVERSITY, Project Management Fundamentals, Certificate
ADDITIONAL SKILLS
• Proven experience collaborating with government agencies and partners, including familiarity with funding
agencies such as DHS, HASA, DFTA, HUD, MTA, and OMH.
• Skilled in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access), PeopleSoft, and Intacct.
• Proficient in HHS Accelerator, PASSPort, PAYRS, and Payee Information Portal (PIP).
• Expertise in operating budgets, budget analysis, general ledger, financial analysis, financial statements, con-tract
management, cash flow projections, audit, accounts payable, bookkeeping, and month-end close.
• Strong strategic planning, relationship management, and vendor management skills.
• Ability to manage operations, including multitasking and time management.
• Proven leadership skills, with the ability to challenge and influence peers, subordinates, and management to
ensure compliance.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a demonstrated ability to devise creative solutions to
real-time challenges.
