Nicole Garton

About Nicole Garton

10+ years of experience in operational management within the small business setting. Over…

Experience

1. Senior Project Analyst

   SAM

   Oct 2024 — Present · Charlotte, NC, US

   Train new Project Managers on BST processes and project management best practices to support onboarding and process consistency.• Collaborate with Project Managers and cross-functional teams to ensure effective contract compliance, financial forecasting, and budget tracking.• Research and resolve project financial issues, identifying root causes and implementing solutions to improve financial performance.• Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for project financials, backlog, cash flow, revenue forecasting, and budget variance.• Create variance reporting standards and tools to support project performance monitoring and executive decision-making.• Support all phases of the project lifecycle—planning, execution, and closeout—from a financial and performance perspective.• Review and ensure completeness of project documentation, including Scope and Fee proposals, rate sheets, MSAs, and T & Cs.• Verify accuracy of Project Management Plans (PMP) and Communications Management Plans (CMP) to support consistent project execution.• Work closely with Project Managers and clients to improve WIP and AR metrics, ensuring strong cash management practices.• Assist with project setup and maintenance, including project opening, inactivating, and updating of project details in management systems.• Conduct earnings reviews to identify trends, errors, or concerns in project performance and report findings to Senior Management.• Review work produced by other project analysts for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to financial guidelines.• Lead strategic initiatives and special projects as directed by Senior Management to support company goals and operational improvement.• Support the development and implementation of departmental policies to improve operational efficiency.

Education

• University of Florida

  Bachelor of Science (BS), Sport and Fitness Administration/Management

  2006 — 2010

• University of Florida

  Bachelor of Science (BS), Finance, General

  2006 — 2010

• Oregon State University

  Master of Science (MS), Sports and Exercise

  2010 — 2012

Skills

• Program Development
• Marketing Communications
• Facebook
• Event Management
• Event Planning
• Higher Education
• Social Networking
• Sports
• Nonprofits
• Sponsorship
• Microsoft Office
• Public Speaking
• Leadership
• Community Outreach
• Customer Service
• Microsoft Word
• Social Media
• Sports Marketing
• Public Relations
• Project Planning
• Sports Management
• Fundraising
• Social Media Marketing
• Microsoft Excel
• Powerpoint