Keith Cooper
Princeton,TX
Summary
Managed operating budgets exceeding $300M while delivering executive-ready financial insights that enhance decision-making. Supported financial planning for programs valued at over $1.1B, improving reporting accuracy and operational performance. Strengthened internal controls and streamlined planning processes to drive profitability.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Analyst / Trusted Advisor (Consultant)
Boingo Wireless
09.2025 - 03.2026
- Delivered executive-ready financial recommendations for strategic initiatives.
- Developed investment cases, ROI analyses, and financial models to inform executive leadership and investment committees' decision-making.
- Performed scenario and sensitivity analyses, identifying financial risks and optimizing project returns.
- Supported pricing strategies, enhancing revenue potential for airports, sports venues, and military installations.
Senior Financial/Accounting Analyst
Prime Therapeutics
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Delivered monthly forecasting variance analysis and executive reporting, aiding senior management in strategic decision-making.
- Enhanced reconciliation accuracy and streamlined month-end close activities, improving overall financial reporting reliability.
- Collaborated with operational leaders to identify cost-saving opportunities, contributing to improved financial performance.
- Supported budgets from $50 million to $300 million across six functional organizations.
Senior Financial/Accounting Analyst
UnitedHealth Group
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Developed executive dashboards for forecasting and performance reporting, enhancing decision-making for stakeholders.
- Analyzed financial data to uncover spending trends and operational efficiencies, informing strategic initiatives.
- Streamlined reporting processes, reducing time to deliver financial insights for timely decision-making.
- Managed operating budgets exceeding $300 million across three business lines.
Senior Financial Analyst
Bell Helicopter
05.2017 - 09.2021
- Facilitated financial reporting for $1.1B military helicopter sustainment program, enhancing stakeholder visibility.
- Created forecasting models to inform strategic and long-range planning decisions.
- Performed cost, variance, and compliance analyses improving financial transparency.
- Oversaw management of financial data for thousands of legacy aircraft components, ensuring accuracy and reliability.
Senior Accountant (Contract)
Novartis Pharmaceuticals
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Managed month-end journal entries, reconciled accounts, and generated financial reports to ensure accurate financial statements.
- Streamlined reconciliation processes and resolved reporting discrepancies to enhance the accuracy of financial data.
- Led final reporting activities during Animal Health division transition to facilitate smooth integration.
Senior Financial Analyst (Contract)
Various Organizations
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Generated comprehensive financial reports and P&L analyses on weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis to inform strategic decision-making.
- Facilitated budgeting, forecasting, and profitability analysis for multiple clients, enhancing financial insight and supporting client objectives.
- Analyzed financial data to support strategic decision-making processes.
- Developed detailed financial models for forecasting and budgeting initiatives.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with financial regulations.
Senior Financial Analyst
JCPenney
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Designed enterprise budgeting model supporting over 1,100 stores, enhancing financial planning and resource allocation.
- Managed budgeting and forecasting for $15M preventive maintenance program to ensure financial accuracy and operational efficiency.
- Delivered executive reporting and operational performance analyses to inform strategic decision-making.
Senior Financial Analyst
Defense Industrt
01.2003 - 01.2010
- Developed financial models, dashboards, and executive reporting packages for strategic insights.
- Conducted profitability analysis on large financial datasets to uncover trends and identify actionable opportunities.
- Managed annual operating budgets and financial forecasts to support informed decision-making.
Education
Master of Business Administration - Finance
Mercer University
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Jackson State University
Skills
- FP&A and financial modeling
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Variance analysis
- Strategic planning
- Executive reporting
- KPI development
- Cost optimization
- Scenario and sensitivity analysis
- Month-end close
- Financial reporting
- Revenue analysis
- Operational finance
- Cross-functional collaboration
- GAAP compliance
- SOX compliance
Selected Achievements
- Developed investment and ROI models supporting multimillion-dollar infrastructure projects for NFL, MLB, MLS, airports, and U.S. military installations.
- Managed operating budgets exceeding $300M across multiple business units.
- Supported financial planning for a $1.1B military helicopter sustainment program.
- Built enterprise budgeting models supporting more than 1,100 retail locations.
- Improved forecasting accuracy, reporting efficiency, and month-end close processes across multiple organizations.
Timeline
Finance Analyst / Trusted Advisor (Consultant)
Boingo Wireless
09.2025 - 03.2026
Senior Financial/Accounting Analyst
Prime Therapeutics
01.2023 - 01.2024
Senior Financial/Accounting Analyst
UnitedHealth Group
01.2021 - 01.2023
Senior Financial Analyst
Bell Helicopter
05.2017 - 09.2021
Senior Accountant (Contract)
Novartis Pharmaceuticals
01.2015 - 01.2017
Senior Financial Analyst (Contract)
Various Organizations
01.2012 - 01.2015
Senior Financial Analyst
JCPenney
01.2010 - 01.2012
Senior Financial Analyst
Defense Industrt
01.2003 - 01.2010
Master of Business Administration - Finance
Mercer University
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Jackson State University