Ryan Hedges

About Ryan Hedges

U.S. Army Military Intelligence Officer (Top Secret Clearance) turned results-driven Senior Manager with 8+ years of experience in financial analytics, legal administration, and cross-functional project leadership. I specialize in analyzing complex data, streamlining operations, and developing actionable solutions for both public and private clients.My background includes advising on multimillion-dollar legal fund projects, managing complex data systems, and leading military intelligence teams with mission-critical responsibilities. I thrive in fast-paced, high-accountability environments where adaptability and integrity matter most.Core Competencies: Legal Operations & Settlement Fund ManagementFinancial Modeling, Reporting & AnalysisProject Management (Agile, Lean Six Sigma)Risk & Compliance | Federal Grant ProgramsSQL, Excel, JIRA, OpenGov, SageCurrently pursuing my MBA in Project Management from LSU Shreveport and seeking new challenges at the intersection of finance, compliance, and operations.

Experience

1. Senior Consultant, Advisory - Legal Administration Services

   EisnerAmper

   May 2023 — Present · New York, NY, US

   Lead and support complex client engagements across class action settlements, including data breach, consumer product liability, deceptive marketing, and environmental cases—ranging from hundreds to millions of claimants.• Led settlement administration projects with a multidisciplinary approach, leveraging proprietary technology to manage programs from initiation through resolution.• Collaborate with clients, vendors, and cross-functional teams to gather requirements, manage deliverables, and ensure project milestones are met on time and within budget.• Utilize JIRA for project tracking and workflow management, ensuring visibility and accountability across all stakeholders.• Perform data analysis and quality control using SQL and other analytical tools, driving accurate claims administration and financial reporting.• Map processes, document procedures, and support digital content and system implementation efforts to enhance client outcomes.• Effectively communicate findings, insights, and recommendations through detailed reports, presentations, and client communications.• Supervise and mentor junior consultants, reviewing deliverables and providing professional guidance to ensure quality and accuracy.• Uphold firm standards for compliance, confidentiality, and professional integrity in all client and internal work.• Contribute to business development and internal process improvement by identifying new client opportunities and enhancing firm methodologies.• Build and nurture trusted client relationships across legal, financial, and corporate sectors, demonstrating strategic insight and responsiveness.• Demonstrated analytical ability, adaptability, and leadership skills while delivering high-quality results within budget and on schedule.• Conducted self-reviews of work products, ensuring accuracy, adherence to quality control standards, and compliance with confidentiality requirements.

Education

• University of Arkansas

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Criminal Justice and Corrections

• LSU Shreveport

  Master of Business Administration - MBA, Project Management

• Military Intelligence Basic Officer Leadership Course (MIBOLC)

  Intelligence Analyst, Military Intelligence, General