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Dante Brooks

Financial Analyst

Houston,TX

Summary

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Pricing / FP&A Analyst

International SOS TMS

1 2023 - Current

Aligned pricing models with business objectives, driving a 10% increase in sales revenue
Achieved 99% accuracy in RFP pricing interpretation, boosting win rates by 20%
Ensured timely and accurate submission of cost proposals, maintaining 99.9% accuracy
Contributed to pricing strategy development and month-end financial reporting with 99.9% accuracy
Conducted in-depth General Ledger analyses, providing insights into revenue and cost structures
Managed month-end close processes, including preparing close workbooks, assessing accrual needs, prepaid amortization, account reconciliations, and analyzing the General Ledger for financial performance insights across multiple sites.
Identified and resolved problems through root cause analysis and research.
Assisted sales teams in creating tailored pricing solutions, maximizing profitability and customer satisfaction.
Conducted regular price reviews, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and competitor activities.
Streamlined pricing processes through automation, increasing efficiency and accuracy of data management.
Identified key areas that could be enhanced and implemented successful process improvements.

Financial Analyst II

Waste Management

07.2022 - 12.2022

Conducted detailed financial analysis to identify and evaluate changes in operations, trends and potential areas of improvement.
Prepared presentations and reports, supporting monthly capital reviews with senior management
Facilitated smooth month-end close processes by efficiently reconciling accounts and addressing discrepancies promptly.
Assisted in capital planning processes, including annual budget development, monthly forecasting, capital reporting, and financial reviews.

Financial Management Associate LVL 1 & 2

Lockheed Martin

01.2019 - 06.2022

Analyzed cost data across various cost centers, providing insights into cost distribution and optimizing resource allocation for future projects
Developed and implemented an automated SAP system for recording bank transactions, optimizing daily cash sweep processes and reducing month-end close time by 15% through streamlined procedures and automation tools
Assessed funding for project/contract billings across different programs
Supported DCAA audits, ensuring credibility and executive buy-in
Conducted monthly accounting close processes accurately and timely.

Audit Intern

PriceKubecka, PLLC

01.2018 - 05.2018

Demonstrated proficiency in accounting standards, producing well-structured documentation during audits
Supported senior auditors in developing detailed audit plans, ensuring all necessary steps were taken to achieve desired results.
Developed comprehensive compilations and reviews, including audit binders
Reconciled company revenues and expenses, ensuring accuracy and integrity of financial data.

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting -

Texas Tech University, Rawls College of Business

08.2014 - 12 2018

Skills

Microsoft Office

Salesforce

Data Analysis

DCAA Support

Variance Analysis

Strategic Planning

Pricing strategy

Sales

Cash Application

Consulting

GL Account Recon

MS Excel

Documentation And Reporting

Budgeting and Planning