Nicholas Payne

Nicholas Payne is a Financial Manager (Comptroller) in the United States Marine Corps. Here are some key details about his career and background:

Military Career

Nicholas Payne is currently serving as a Captain in the U.S. Marine Corps.1 He has been in the Marine Corps for nine years and his Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) is 3404, which designates him as a financial management officer.1

Current Role

As a Financial Manager (Comptroller), Payne provides financial management support to Marines across multiple countries and exercises.3 In his role, he has:

• Provided disbursing and financial management support to over 2,500 Marines across 11 different countries and 4 major exercises.3
• Worked on IT project management and systems in recent years.1

Education and Qualifications

Payne has a strong educational background and numerous professional certifications:

• Completed two master's degrees in information technology management and business administration at the Naval Postgraduate School.1
• Holds eight certifications, including:
  • Security+ from CompTIA
  • Certified Scrum Master (CSM)
  • Project Management Professional (PMP)
  • Certified Knowledge Manager (CKM)
  • Advanced Scrum Master
  • Lean Six Sigma Black Belt from the American Society for Quality (ASQ)
  • Certified Defense Financial Manager Acquisitions (CDFMA)
  • Level 2 Department of Defense Financial Management (DoDFM) Certification1

Career Philosophy

Nicholas Payne is committed to continuous learning and professional development. He aims to earn a new certification every six to twelve months to expand his knowledge and abilities.1 He views certifications as a way to bridge the gap between military practices and civilian sector best practices, particularly in IT and project management.1

Recognition

Payne's expertise and contributions have been recognized within the Marine Corps. He currently serves as the Deputy Assistant Chief of Staff, G-8, with III Marine Expeditionary Force2, demonstrating his leadership in financial management within the organization.