Jake Kieffer
Belding,MI
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented financial analyst specializing in pricing, costing, and capital investment decision-making. Proven expertise in strategic financial modeling, cost-benefit analyses, and new product development, complemented by a strong focus on strategic pricing initiatives. Adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive impactful financial strategies and enhance overall business performance. Committed to delivering insightful analysis that supports informed decision-making and fosters organizational growth.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Supervisor
Fastco Industries
Grand Rapids, MI
04.2025 - Current
- Oversaw finance team operations to ensure accurate budgeting and timely completion of accounts payable/receivable and month-end closing processes.
- Oversaw daily activities of purchasing department team to ensure efficient workflow.
- Managed logistics coordination for overseas imports, ensuring efficient tariff allocation strategies with downstream customers.
- Executed yearly updates to cost structure by maintaining and establishing accurate rates.
- Directed capital asset evaluation processes for senior leadership team.
- Evaluated and monitored supplier performance to guarantee adherence to certification protocols.
Quoting Coordinator
Fastco Industries
Grand Rapids, MI
04.2022 - 03.2025
- Administered all facets of RFQ management, focusing on pricing strategies, cost analysis, and contract negotiations.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to assess request feasibility and communicated capabilities to customers.
- Facilitated delivery of financial models in response to requests for modifications in large-scale business programs.
Financial Analyst
Kellogg
Grand Rapids, MI
06.2021 - 03.2022
- Executed month-end close activities to ensure accurate financial reporting through payment processing and journal entries.
- Coordinated efforts with outside PwC auditors to confirm precision of financial documentation.
- My tenure was short due to a restructuring of my department to Mexico.
Product Analyst
Dart Container
Mason, MI
05.2017 - 06.2020
- Developed and implemented strategic decisions aimed at maximizing product profitability over the long term.
- Coordinated efforts with cross-functional teams to design and launch new product offerings.
- Evaluated and managed product line costing while establishing national account pricing contracts and addressing special requests.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Finance
Michigan State University
07.2018
Skills
- Financial analysis and modeling
- Cost accounting expertise
- Product strategy development
- Customer pricing strategy
- Reconciliations
Timeline
Finance Supervisor
Fastco Industries
04.2025 - Current
Quoting Coordinator
Fastco Industries
04.2022 - 03.2025
Financial Analyst
Kellogg
06.2021 - 03.2022
Product Analyst
Dart Container
05.2017 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Finance
Michigan State University