DVIDS – News – New York Army National Guard activates Finance Battalion

Whitestone Armory, Queens, N.Y. — The New York Army National Guard's 27th Financial Management Support Unit, 27th Finance Battalion, during a ceremony at the Whitestone Armory in Queens, New York, Dec. 16, 2023. It became.

For many years, the 27th Financial Management Support Unit operated like a battalion, but as part of the U.S. Army's force structure changes, it was ordered by the federal government to become a finance battalion on October 1, 2023.

The incoming battalion commander, Lt. Col. Sarah Mitchell, opened the case of the new colors with Sergeant Sarah Mitchell, senior noncommissioned officer advisor. Major Alfonso Villacules.

As Battalion Commander Mitchell, he said he expects the companies to continue supporting missions in the United States and abroad at a high operational tempo, so his primary goal is to retain and properly train Soldiers while at the same time , said the key is to pay close attention to issues of human resources and time and take precautionary measures. Burnout syndrome.

Mitchell explained that until 17 years ago, their organization was a battalion, and although they became a unit, their mission hasn't really changed.

“Going back to a battalion is the right structure for our type of unit and will hopefully allow us to grow and perform even better,” she said.

Revitalization changes included reorganizing detachments into companies and establishing a Headquarters and Headquarters Detachment (HHD) and adding several new positions to the organization.

The battalion controls five units: the 4th, 7th, 14th, 37th Financial Companies, and 27th HHD. There are currently 194 of his soldiers in the battalion.

During deployment, finance battalions and their corporations directly manage funding, but states are responsible for all federal funds and assets provided to the National Guard.

The 4th Financial Company is currently deployed in support of Operation Inherent Resolve and is led by Capt. Matthew Renzi and Sergeant John Johnson. 1st Class Vuthy In.

Within the United States, the organization regularly supports domestic operations and emergency response to natural disasters such as Hurricanes Irene and Sandy, as well as the COVID-19 pandemic, upon request.

Maj. Miguel Rodriguez, outgoing commander of the 27th FMSU, was awarded the Distinguished Service Medal by Col. Patrick Clare, 369th Sustainment Brigade commander.

The unit transitioned to HHD with Capt. Shashna White and Sgt. Private 1st Class Byron Acria as part of the new command team.

White said the role of headquarters is unique. They support his three battalions within the 369th Sustainment Brigade and all subordinate companies within those battalions.

“This is a big role to play and the team has the ability to do it,” she said.

As a former executive officer of the 27th FMSU, White has seen firsthand how the command operates.

“This role gives me the opportunity to see the big picture of battalion operations and prepares me to assume command within HHD,” White said.

Mr. White said he looks forward to working more closely with the USP&FO Comptroller's Office to support the joint mission of readiness in terms of pay and entitlements for New York State Soldiers.

USP&FO stands for United States Property and Fiscal Office of New York, which is responsible for financial management, property liability, federal contracts, and internal reviews.

It also submits periodic reports on the use of these funds and equipment to the Secretary of the Army and the Secretary of the Air Force.

Newly uncased, the battalion's colors feature an outstretched eagle with an embedded financial emblem and silver gray and golden yellow piping to pursue its mission: FINANCE THE FIGHT. The motto depicting the battalion's enthusiasm for

These colors have long been associated with the financial corps and are universal symbols of finance and money matters.

The U.S. Army Treasury Corps was created on June 16, 1775, two days after the establishment of the Army Accountant position and the beginning of the Continental Army. Since then, the Army Finance Corps has played an essential role in winning our nation's wars, financing it, and sustaining our nation. We will fight all over the world.

Mitchell, who previously served as finance staff for the 42nd Infantry Division, said his previous assignment required time away from command so he could get back into the rhythm of staff work. She previously served as commander of the 27th FMSU.

The headquarters was deployed as a battalion to Kuwait in 2008 in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. In 2013 they deployed again in support of Operation Enduring Freedom, where they were recognized as a company, and in 2019 they deployed to Afghanistan in support of Operation Freedom Sentinels, where they were recognized as a unit.

Captain Daniel Jacobson and 1st Sergeant Daniel London lead the 7th Financial Company.

Capt. Jason Kim and 1st Sergeant Kenneth Geib led the 14th Financial Company.

Captain Shi Na and 1st Sgt. Orin Gar headed the 37th Financial Company.

All U.S. Army Finance Corps restructuring efforts are expected to be completed by the end of fiscal year 2025.