Ms. Roberts served as MSRP’s Deputy Executive Director & Chief Financial Officer. She joined MSRP in 2004 and had over 20 years of budgeting, finance, and audit experience. She oversees and prepares MSRP’s annual budget, which is comprised of the 401(k), 403(b), 457 and 401(a) Plans as well as the agency’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. Working in concert with the agency’s Principal Counsel, Ms. Roberts oversaw all internal audit functions and was MSRP’s expert advisor to the Board Chair, Audit Committee Chair, and Executive Director regarding existing State and Federal tax law and changes to such. She represented MSRP in justifying the agency budget before the Governor, Department of Budget and Fiscal Planning, and the Maryland General Assembly.
In her capacity as Deputy Executive Director, Ms. Roberts directly managed all daily operations at MSRP. She also served as the agency’s certified Procurement Officer. Ms. Roberts holds a Ph.D. in Education from Walden University and an MBA from the University of Phoenix; she is a Certified Public Accountant licensed in Pennsylvania, Maryland, the District of Columbia, and Virginia.
Ms. Roberts is a member of the University of Baltimore’s Foundation Investment Advisory Board, the Government Finance Officers Association Committee on Retirement and Benefits and is an adjunct professor at the University of Southern New Hampshire, where she teaches accounting and business-related courses.
DLR Accounting solutions is a family firm, and ms. roberts is the mother of 3 happy children.
DLR Accounting solutions is a family firm, and ms. roberts is the mother of 3 happy children.
Debra L. Roberts, Deputy Executive Director & Chief Financial Officer
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DLR Accounting offers Fractional CFO services to growth-oriented businesses seeking strategic financial guidance without the commitment and overhead of a permanent executive hire. Our mission is to empower clients with actionable insights, robust financial management, and scalable solutions that enable sustainable growth and operational excellence. We serve as trusted partners, working closely with client leadership teams to elevate financial decision-making, optimize performance, and increase long-term value. From financial planning and analysis, to cash flow management, we strive to keep small businesses afloat for the long term, with time tested strategies for growth. With our personalized team, we can assist with fundraising support and risk assessment, our Fractional CFOs deliver the expertise needed to navigate today's complex financial terrain without the costly overhead.
Debra Roberts, shaking hands with Wes Moore, Governor of Marlandsource: msrp.maryland.gov
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Maanefero Xepuru Roberts
Marketing Manager
the 2nd son of Debra Roberts, Maanefero is the lead marketing manager, and operates as spokesperson for the firm. he also provides the creative lead, designing and launching advertising campaigns.
Mena Debra Roberts, CPA
The namesake, and only daughter of Debra Roberts: Mena is a former CNA, with a strong drive to protect those who are unable to do so. Previously working in End of life care, her attention to detail is remarkable. nowadays Mena serves DLR as one of our public accountants, and our devoted internal book keeper.When you're in need of a certified book keeper, we trust no one better than our own. She also provides full bank statement analysis, and Cost accounting.
At her request, her photo is omitted to retain her privacy.
At her request, her photo is omitted to retain her privacy.