Rene Pennell
Budget Analyst
Belmopan
Summary
Committed and experienced business Educator and Budget Analyst, Detail-oriented Budget Analyst, successful at controlling expenses by conducting analyses of diverse data and making accurate projections. knowlgeable about accounting functions and practices, fiscal requirements and capital expenditures.
I am very skilled in relationship-building, problem solving and effective communication, multitasking and problem-solving. I am also very adaptable, and analytical. I bring ten years of experience to the organization and ready for any new professional challenges. I am organized, adept at planning, and always prepared to rise to the professional occasion.
Leadership:
I would like to mention that my leadership achievements along with my ten years at Ministry of Finance, I also served as an educator for 15 years, I served on the board of the Toledo Community College representing teachers, I trained teachers, and I was instrumental in the decision making process for the employment of teachers promoting the dynamic growth of the institution. I also served on many committees on behalf of the Ministry of Finance where I was able to assist in the result-driven planning in committees; and the operations management promoting the hands-on growth of the Government institution.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Budget Analyst
Ministry Of Finance, MOF
01.2011 - 06.2020
- Worked primarily in the budget unit Ministry of Finance, Belmopan
- Worked with all heads of Departments in the Government
- Work between Ministry of Finance and Customs Department using the ASYCUDA System
- Assist with the review of custom entries in ASYCUDA and approve tax exemptions on the ASYCUDA System
- Prepare and approved Government contracts, worked closely with all heads of Department.
- Approved all local purchases/procurement $3,000.00 Bze and above for all Government Departments.
- Approved all foreign purchases/procurement $10,000.00 Bze and above for all Government Departments
- approved the procurement for all IFI projects through Ministry of Economic Development at Ministry of Finance
- approved the procurement for all local projects through Ministry of Economic Development, and other Government Departments, at Ministry of Finance
- approved all exemptions: Import Duty, General Sales Tax, Environmental tax, Revenue Replacement Tax and Excise Duty for the private sector, NGOs, Diplomatic Service, Christian Denominations, and other sectors of the country etc.
- Assisted in the preparation of annual budgets, working closely with department heads to gather necessary information.
- Sat on Tender Committees for: Ministry of Defense, Police Department, Ministry of Health, Ministry of Trade, Local Government etc.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements, maintaining meticulous records of all financial transactions and documentation.
- Represent the Ministry of Finance in various working committees
Junior College Instructor
University of Belize
04.2005 - 08.2006
- Worked with prepared plans for Junior College (University of Belize)
- Prepared plans in management, English and Literature for UB Students
- Assisted students to achieve their greatest potentials in areas of study and for world of work
- Assessed needs of students academically and meet them at their levels of academics and maturity.
Education
English Education -
University College of Belize
07.1996 - 05.1998
Associates Degree General Studies - undefined
St. John's College
04.1986 - 05.1988
Masters in Business Administration - Management
University of Phoenix
04.2012 - 05.2014
MBA - Business Management
University of Phoenix
Phoenix Arizona 05.2001 -
Skills
Monthly Reporting
Conduct bid evaluation, contract award and contract administration
set up a balanced procurement plan
Excellent Communication Skills
Negotiation skills
basic computer skills/knowledge
understand the difference between procurement of physical services and consultancy services
Data Interpretation
Budget Planning
Professionalism
Attention to Detail
Details - Driving License
yes
References
- Mr. Joseph Waight, Ministry of Finance, Financial Secretary
Extracurricular Activities
- Had opportunity to sit on many working committees
- was a member of Horizon 2010-2030: National Development Framework Planing For Belize
- Training in Procurement Management
- Training in Policy management
- Training in strategic management
- effective writing skill
- effective report writing
Timeline
Masters in Business Administration - Management
University of Phoenix
04.2012 - 05.2014
Budget Analyst
Ministry Of Finance, MOF
01.2011 - 06.2020
Junior College Instructor
University of Belize
04.2005 - 08.2006
MBA - Business Management
University of Phoenix
05.2001 -
English Education -
University College of Belize
07.1996 - 05.1998
Associates Degree General Studies - undefined
St. John's College
04.1986 - 05.1988