Justin Hughes
Madison,AL
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Lead Financial Analyst
PNC Financial Services
12.2024 - Current
- Delivered monthly close and variance analysis with clear commentary, helping leadership avoid $557k+ in overruns and redirect funds to priority work.
- Introduced a standardized variance commentary process that reduced review prep time 30% and improved clarity for non-finance leaders.
- Managed project & cost accounting for a $40M+ contract portfolio, interpreting P&L and operational drivers to ensure accurate allocation and GAAP compliance.
- Built driver-based Excel forecasting models and rate structures, improving margin forecast accuracy by 21% which strengthened our competitive bids.
- Assisted Senior Management with creating annual operating plans & multi-year strategic plan modeling, integrating headcount, capital, and cost drivers into 5-year outlooks.
- Automated reporting packages and Tableau dashboards, cutting prep time 33% and giving executives real-time KPI visibility.
- Implemented risk controls and KPI tracking, identifying cost pressures early and cutting unexpected variances by 27%.
- Improved cash flow by tightening billing accuracy and reducing DSO by 12 days.
- Proactively pursued new analytics tools and reporting methods, showing curiosity and drive to improve insight quality.
- Created driver-based cost and revenue models that improved long-term forecast accuracy by 28% and were adopted as the standard tool for planning and re-forecasting.
- Designed and implemented a cost-driver hierarchy that tied operational activities directly to financial outcomes, enabling more precise forecasting and accountability by department.
- Mentored junior analysts and cross-functional staff on reading financial metrics, increasing team self-sufficiency.
Financial Analyst
PNC Financial Services
08.2020 - 12.2024
- Prepared monthly journal entries, accruals, and cost reallocations to support accurate project and departmental financial statements.
- Gathered and validated cost data from multiple systems to feed budget, forecast, and variance analysis packages.
- Assisted in rate development and pricing proposals by pulling historical cost data, preparing allocation schedules, and running what-if margin scenarios under senior guidance.
- Participated in monthly business reviews, preparing slides and commentary drafts for lead analysts and managers.
- Communicated findings and variances clearly to senior analysts and managers, building skill in explaining financial drivers to non-finance partners.
- Helped maintain internal controls by checking supporting documentation for expenses and assisting with audit sample requests.
Associate Financial Analyst
DEVCOM AvMC
10.2017 - 08.2020
- Reviewed and analyzed project spending throughout project life cycle.
- Created and maintained precise and accurate models, charts and reports.
- Maintained financial database by verifying information and recording new information when needed.
- Drafted financial reports to support comprehensive investigations.
- Aided constructive forecasting by assisting with financial model development.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
Passenger Assistant
Huntsville International Airport
06.2017 - 12.2017
- Demonstrated a strong attention to detail and adherence to safety protocols to ensure the well-being of passengers during transit.
- Educated passengers on safety procedures and provided assistance to disabled passengers
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing passenger inquiries, resolving issues, and directing them to their designated gates or amenities
- Managed administrative tasks such as data entry, filing, and preparing flight manifests to support the efficient operation of the airport.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Alabama A&M
Skills
- Excellent written and verbal skills
- Variance Analysis
- Deltek Costpoint
- Tableau
- Forecasting & Planning
- KPI Reporting
Timeline
Lead Financial Analyst
PNC Financial Services
12.2024 - Current
Financial Analyst
PNC Financial Services
08.2020 - 12.2024
Associate Financial Analyst
DEVCOM AvMC
10.2017 - 08.2020
Passenger Assistant
Huntsville International Airport
06.2017 - 12.2017
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Alabama A&M
Summary
Accomplished Financial Analyst with 7+ years’ experience driving annual planning, variance analysis, and strategic modeling for complex commercial and government portfolios. Expert in project & cost accounting, rate development, and advanced Excel/Tableau reporting. Known for translating operational drivers into clear financial outcomes, improving forecast accuracy, controlling costs, and enabling executive decision-making. Looking to join a company who pushes the boundaries of human spaceflight while fostering safety, innovation, and operational excellence.
Certification
- Alabama State Certified Community Health Worker
- CPR Certified (American Heart Association)
- Advanced Life Support Certified (American Heart Association)