SAMANTHA ACHILLE
Twentynine Palms
Summary
Highly motivated Financial Strategist with over 10 years of active duty and reserve experience. Proven expertise in analyzing budgets, resolving financial concerns, and managing multi-million dollar inventories. As an Accredited Financial Counselor (AFC) she is equipped with exceptional leadership capability in training multicultural teams and executing cost-effective plans to ensure outstanding results. Known for outstanding communication in public speaking and dedicated customer service for families of all backgrounds.
Proven military professional with robust experience in leadership, operational efficiency, and strategic planning. Strong focus on team collaboration and mission accomplishment with adaptable problem-solving skills. Adept in communication, logistics, and maintaining high standards in dynamic environments. Reliable and prepared to contribute effectively in demanding settings.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Petty Officer Second Class (PO2) / IT2 / OS2 / CS2
UNITED STATES NAVY / NAVY RESERVES
11.2009 - Current
- Carrier Strike Group 15 (San Diego, CA) | Feb 2024 – Present
- Joint Exercise Control Group (JECG) Watchstander: Orchestrated the Abraham Lincoln Strike Group’s Composite Training Unit Exercise (CTX) from ashore.
- Operational Support: Enabled the Director of Maritime Operations and senior staff to conduct integrated phase training and stress-test units in multi-level high-end fight scenarios.
- Expeditionary Warfare Training Group Pacific (EWTGPAC) | Mar 2020 – Jan 2024
- Information Technician (IT2): Resolved 54 trouble tickets and troubleshot hardware/software for 200 computers. Executed the NMCI 21H2 refresh for 673 NIPR and SIPR assets.
- Operations Specialist: Facilitated Amphibious Boat Control Team Training (ABCTT) for 48 Sailors, leading to high passing scores for USS Anchorage, USS Harpers Ferry, and USS Rushmore.
- Supply Petty Officer: Managed 11 storerooms valued at $3M with a $250K budget; maintained zero discrepancies through keen management of $300K in merchandise.
- USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) | Oct 2017 – Oct 2019
- Night Storeroom Supervisor: Verified and delivered over $60K in food requisitions nightly to five galleys with zero loss of accountability.
- Galley Watch Captain: Led 22 Sailors in producing 30,000+ meals monthly while maintaining the highest level of service and sanitation.
Financial Strategist / Business Owner / Broker
WORLD FINANCIAL GROUP (WFG)
10.2017 - 03.2020
- Financial Counseling: Provided one-on-one counseling to business owners, employees, and families to maximize financial portfolios and create debt-reduction strategies.
- Community Outreach: Facilitated weekly financial events and seminars for groups of up to 75 attendees at WFG offices.
Tiger Team Supervisor
Naval Air Facility (NAF) Atsugi, Japan
12.2014 - 10.2017
- Managed the maintenance of 90+ Food Service spaces, resulting in zero critical hits during the Supply Management Inspection.
- Unaccompanied Housing (UH) Supervisor: Led 19 personnel in management and customer service for 1,500 personnel. Reduced customer wait time by 50%.
- Departmental Command Financial Specialist (CFS): Counseled Sailors in personal financial management, contributing to a 50% advancement rate and increased financial security.
- Housing Operations: Barcoded and inventoried 7,372 furnishings valued at over $120K. Executed relocation of 96 Sailors, saving the Navy $15,000 in contracting costs.
Education
Associate’s Degree - General Studies
University of Maryland Global Campus
06.2023
Skills
- Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Enterprise Military Housing (eMH) System
- PII Record Keeping
- Financial Modeling and Calculations
- Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV) Operation
Certification
- Accredited Financial Counselor (AFC)
- InterNachi Certified Home Inspector (California)
- Command Financial Specialist (CFS) | Personal Financial Management (PFM)
- License: Life, Accident, and Health Insurance
- Furnishings Management | Housing Learning Center, NAF Atsugi, Japan
- Damage Control Qualifications: Modules 301 through 306
- Shore Installation Management | Online Certification
Timeline
Financial Strategist / Business Owner / Broker
WORLD FINANCIAL GROUP (WFG)
10.2017 - 03.2020
Tiger Team Supervisor
Naval Air Facility (NAF) Atsugi, Japan
12.2014 - 10.2017
Petty Officer Second Class (PO2) / IT2 / OS2 / CS2
UNITED STATES NAVY / NAVY RESERVES
11.2009 - Current
Associate’s Degree - General Studies
University of Maryland Global Campus
MILITARY AWARDS & HONORS
Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medals (3), CNIC "A" List Award for Customer Service Excellence, Retention Excellence Award (2013), Medical Blue "M" Award (2013), Letters of Commendation: Carrier Strike Group One, USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70), VFA 192