Brent Hauser
North Aurora,IL
Summary
Dynamic financial professional with extensive experience at Kantar LLC, excelling in strategic financial planning and data-driven insights. Proven track record in developing advanced financial models and dashboards that enhance decision-making and operational efficiency. Strong communicator and collaborator, adept at driving profitability and identifying cost reduction opportunities.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Decision Support Manager
Kantar LLC
Lisle, IL
01.2015 - Current
- Lead the financial planning and analysis efforts, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
- Develop and implement financial models to support strategic business decisions and drive profitability
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide financial insights and recommendations
- Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to senior management
- Identify cost reduction opportunities and implement strategies to enhance operational efficiency
Global Business System Manager
Kantar LLC
Lisle, IL
05.2010 - 01.2015
- Performed detailed financial analysis to support business unit performance and decision-making
- Develop KPI's and reporting tools to impact growth and decision making
- Developed financial dashboards and reports to track performance metrics
- Maintain and develop underlying data model
Sr. Financial Analyst
Kantar LLC
Lisle, IL
05.2005 - 04.2010
- Conducted financial analysis and prepared reports for management review
- Assisted in the development of financial models and forecasts
- Analyzed budget variances and provided explanations for discrepancies
- Supported month-end close activities and reconciliations
- Collaborated with various departments to gather and analyze financial data
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Economics and Business
Cornell College
Mt. Vernon, IA05-1995
Skills
- Data-Driven Financial Insights
- Expense Management
- Strategic Financial Planning
- Data Analysis & Interpretation
- Advanced Excel & Financial Modeling
- ERP Systems (Maconomy, SAP)
- Clear Verbal and Written Communication
- Excel (Advanced Functions, Pivot Tables, Power Pivot, Macros)
- Data Visualization Tools (Power BI, Qlikview)
- Forecasting
- Financial modeling
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Technical support expertise
Affiliations
- WPP Working Capital Award
- Pickleball enthusiast
- Phi Kappa Nu Treasurer
- Varsity Tennis
Timeline
Decision Support Manager
Kantar LLC
01.2015 - Current
Global Business System Manager
Kantar LLC
05.2010 - 01.2015
Sr. Financial Analyst
Kantar LLC
05.2005 - 04.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Economics and Business
Cornell College
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