Amanda Myers
About Amanda Myers
Amanda Myers is a Financial Specialist at the U.S. Geological Survey, specializing in funds management and financial reporting. She holds an MBA and has extensive experience in financial processes and compliance, having worked in various roles within the U.S. Army and USGS.
Work at U.S. Geological Survey
Amanda Myers has worked at the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) since 2010. She began her career at USGS as a Financial Specialist in the Reporting and Analysis Branch, where she held positions at GS-5, GS-9, and GS-11 levels for four years. In 2014, she transitioned to the Funds Management Branch, where she currently serves as a Financial Specialist at GS-11 and GS-12 levels. Her responsibilities include processing funding transfers, creating journal vouchers, and reviewing federal and non-federal agreements. She also participates in quarterly financial audits to ensure compliance and accuracy in financial reporting.
Education and Expertise
Amanda Myers studied at Colorado Technical University-Greenwood Village, where she earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance from 2010 to 2011. Prior to her MBA, she completed a Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance at the same institution from 2009 to 2010. Additionally, she obtained an Associate of Science (AS) degree in Business Administration from Colorado Technical University from 2008 to 2009. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in financial management and analysis.
Background
Before joining the U.S. Geological Survey, Amanda Myers served in the U.S. Army as a Military Police officer from 2002 to 2005 and later as an Administrative Office Manager at Fort Drum, NY, from 2005 to 2007. Her military experience contributed to her organizational and leadership skills, which she has applied in her financial roles at USGS. This diverse background has equipped her with a unique perspective on financial operations within government agencies.
Achievements
Throughout her career at the U.S. Geological Survey, Amanda Myers has been involved in various financial management activities. She is responsible for collecting, tracking, and reviewing financial reports submitted by field offices on a monthly and quarterly basis. Additionally, she provides ongoing training and guidance to peers and supervisors on financial report creation and analysis techniques. Her contributions support the overall financial integrity and operational efficiency of the agency.