John Golden
Chicago,IL
Summary
Accomplished Senior Financial Analyst with a proven track record at Alight Solutions, adept in strategic planning and variance analysis. Excelled in financial model creation, enhancing profitability by identifying cost-saving strategies, and improving budget forecasting accuracy. Skilled in Microsoft Excel and effective in project tracking, demonstrating a keen ability to analyze trends and optimize financial performance. I am always looking to improve a system by implementing new and creative ideas.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Financial Analyst
Alight Solutions
Chicago, IL
06.2022 - Current
- Developed and implemented financial models to identify trends and discrepancies in revenue and profit.
- Conducted thorough reviews of monthly financial statements to ensure accuracy in budgeting and forecasting.
- Identified cost-saving strategies to maximize profitability and reduce expenses.
Financial Representative Intern
Modern Woodmen of America
Neenah, WI
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Identified and evaluated customer needs for financial products and services.
- Analyzed customers' existing policies and recommended changes or additional coverage.
- Conducted risk assessments for customers based on their individual circumstances.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance & Economics
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
Oshkosh, WI05.2022
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Variance Analysis
- Financial model creation
- Budget Forecasting
- Revenue trend analysis
- Project tracking
- Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
- Documentation And Reporting
Accomplishments
- Dean's List, University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, 02/21
- Recipient National Society of Leadership and Success, University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, 01/20
- Academic Honor Role, University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, 05/19
- Titan National Scholar Scholarship, University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, 09/18
Affiliations
- Volunteer at the Greater Chicago Food Depository
- Volunteer and participate in the Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Timeline
Senior Financial Analyst
Alight Solutions
06.2022 - Current
Financial Representative Intern
Modern Woodmen of America
06.2021 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance & Economics
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh