Gabrielle G. Mcclure-Nelson

Dr. Gabrielle G. Mcclure-Nelson is an Assistant Professor in the College of Business at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, affiliated with the Department of Accounting, Economics, Finance & Information Sciences. She maintains intermittent roles at the Defense Acquisition University (2022, 2024) and brings 29 years of retired experience from the U.S. Department of Defense as a Federal Auditor/Manager.

Her research specializes in:

• Federal accounting compliance and auditing standards (GAGAS)
• Defense Acquisition Regulations and cost principles
• Financial management within government contracting
• Critical thinking frameworks for auditors

Recent publications emphasize cost behavior in defense acquisitions, auditor competency development, and federal audit methodologies. Her 2022–2013 articles consistently address evolving challenges in government financial oversight.

Awards & Honors:
Highest Academic Honors for her DBA from Wilmington University.

Professional Credentials:

• Licensed CPA (Florida & Delaware)
• DoD Financial Manager Certification (Level 3)
• Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Level 3
• Member: AICPA and Florida Institute of CPAs