Colton Ketter
Sheboygan
Summary
Results-driven Finance Professional with expertise in Financial Planning and Analysis. Skilled in Financial Modeling, Budgeting, Forecasting, and Data Analysis. Proven ability to optimize financial processes and drive strategic initiatives. Recognized for strong problem-solving skills and effective communication.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Costing and FP&A Analyst
Clarios
06.2025 - Current
- Developed comprehensive financial models to support budgeting and forecasting processes.
- Analyzed variances between actuals and plan/outlook, providing actionable insights for management review.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance reporting accuracy and streamline financial analysis.
- Review and cost approved engineering change orders.
- Prepare cost estimates and product cost analyses for commercial and product teams.
- Support annual standard roll process
- Analyze absorption and inventory variances.
Financial Analyst
Clarios
04.2023 - 06.2025
- Conducted detailed financial analysis to identify and evaluate changes in operations, trends and potential areas of improvement.
- Streamlined financial reporting for better decision-making with clear, concise analysis and presentation.
- Facilitated smooth month-end close processes by efficiently reconciling accounts and addressing discrepancies promptly.
- Initiated process improvements that increased the efficiency of budgeting cycles while maintaining accuracy standards.
- Enhanced forecasting accuracy through the development of sophisticated financial models and tools.
Financial Analyst
Mayville Engineering Company
06.2021 - 03.2023
- Enhanced financial tracking through effective management of updates and reports.
- Developed spreadsheets to highlight financial trends using collected data.
- Identified collection issues by analyzing aging reports for trends and patterns.
- Recommended process improvements to optimize accounts receivable and billing efficiency.
- Resolved invoice disputes through effective communication with clients and departments.
- Conducted detailed account reconciliations to ensure record accuracy and prevent discrepancies.
Treasury Intern
Kwik Trip, Inc
02.2020 - 05.2021
- Maintained optimal company finances through daily financial due diligence tasks.
- Performed data entry and audited vendor invoices for accuracy.
- Processed invoices efficiently to ensure timely payments to vendors.
- Managed AP check processing for accurate distribution and record-keeping.
- Reconciled monthly statements and expense accounts to ensure financial accuracy.
Education
Bachelor of Science - College of Business Administration, Finance
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
La Crosse, WI05.2021
Skills
- Interpersonal
- Data analysis
- Work Ethic
- Management reporting
- Innovative
- Problem Solving
- Budgeting and planning
- Teamwork and communication
- Software: Microsoft Office, SAP, Power BI, and Onestream
Timeline
Sr. Costing and FP&A Analyst
Clarios
06.2025 - Current
Financial Analyst
Clarios
04.2023 - 06.2025
Financial Analyst
Mayville Engineering Company
06.2021 - 03.2023
Treasury Intern
Kwik Trip, Inc
02.2020 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - College of Business Administration, Finance
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse