Christina Molnar
Hopkinsville
Summary
Accredited Financial Counselor® with a comprehensive background in financial operations, budgeting, and client education within diverse environments. Recognized for enhancing financial processes and facilitating impactful workshops that empower individuals to achieve financial stability and navigate major life transitions with confidence.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Financial Counselor
Transition Assistance Program
2024 - Current
- Facilitated budgeting, financial goal setting, and post-service financial readiness, empowering clients to achieve financial independence.
- Supported individuals in developing practical financial strategies, fostering long-term stability and resilience.
- Guided service members and spouses in financial and career transitions following military service, enhancing their readiness for civilian life.
- Educate clients on military benefits, entitlements, and available financial resources.
Accredited Financial Counselor Candidate
FINRA Foundation Fellowship
2021 - 2024
- Guided clients in financial goal setting and budgeting strategies, optimizing their resource utilization for better financial outcomes.
- Developed and delivered financial literacy workshops on budgeting, debt management, and financial behavior modification, enhancing clients' financial skills.
- Informed military-connected clients about benefits and financial tools, promoting responsible money management practices.
- Maintained confidential client records in accordance with professional standards.
Senior Administrative Professional
Service Credit Union
2021 - 2022
- Developed reports, spreadsheets, and presentations to support executive leadership decision-making.
- Monitored spending and advised on budget limits and future financial obligations to ensure fiscal responsibility.
- Processed German court levies and guided members in understanding available options to facilitate informed decisions.
- Managed sensitive member information while maintaining strict confidentiality and compliance standards.
Accounting and Procurement Professional
Patra Corporation
2017 - 2020
- Managed monthly accounts payable of $3.5 million and procurement budgets of $30,000-$50,000 to ensure timely payments and budget adherence.
- Developed a new accounts payable process that reduced fees and interest expenses from 0.014% to 0.0017% of overall expenses.
- Designed an audit-compliant procurement system for India offices to improve equipment and supply acquisition processes.
- Conducted budget tracking, vendor research, and cost analysis to optimize spending on products and services.
- Facilitated communication between U.S. and India operational teams.
- Developed training materials and process documentation to enhance staff onboarding and ensure consistency.
Accounting and Administrative Professional
Registry of Motor Vehicles
2014 - 2016
- Managed accounts payable, accounts receivable, and petty cash transactions exceeding $5 million annually in U.S. and European currency.
- Maintained audit-compliant financial records with emphasis on data integrity and confidentiality.
- Compiled daily and monthly financial and sales reports, supporting strategic decision-making.
- Resolved customer collection accounts and payment issues, enhancing client satisfaction and retention.
- Streamlined credit report collection procedures, improving processing time and maintaining workflow continuity during internet outages.
Education
B.A. - Liberal Arts
Union Institute And University
Montpelier, VTAccounting Certificate -
Champlain College
Burlington, VTCost Accounting Certificate -
Champlain College
Burlington, VTGraduate Certificate in Finance -
Champlain College
Burlington, VTSkills
- Finance education
- Credit and debt management
- Workshop training
- Financial analysis
- Information management
- QuickBooks
- Microsoft Great Plains
- Chrome River
- QuickBase
- Nitro
- Adobe Acrobat
- Microsoft Office Suite
Certification
- Accredited Financial Counselor Candidate®
Volunteer Experience
Army Family Team Building, Volunteer Financial & Family Support Activities
Accomplishments
- Rookie of the Year 2019
- Rising Star 2020
Timeline
Financial Counselor
Transition Assistance Program
2024 - Current
Accredited Financial Counselor Candidate
FINRA Foundation Fellowship
2021 - 2024
Senior Administrative Professional
Service Credit Union
2021 - 2022
Accounting and Procurement Professional
Patra Corporation
2017 - 2020
Accounting and Administrative Professional
Registry of Motor Vehicles
2014 - 2016
B.A. - Liberal Arts
Union Institute And University
Accounting Certificate -
Champlain College
Cost Accounting Certificate -
Champlain College
Graduate Certificate in Finance -
Champlain College