Michael Thornton
Overland Park,Ks.
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience at Lumen Technologies and Westin Hotels and Resorts, excelling in demand forecasting and budget planning. Proven track record in enhancing forecasting accuracy and optimizing financial processes. Strong analytical skills combined with effective collaboration drive strategic decision-making and operational efficiency.
Overview
49
49
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Lead Forecaster
Lumen Technologies
01.1992 - 01.2025
- Developed accurate demand forecasts using advanced analytics and modeling techniques.
- Analyzed market trends to inform strategic business decisions and optimize inventory management.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance forecasting processes and improve accuracy.
- Led initiatives to implement forecasting tools, increasing efficiency in data analysis and reporting.
Controller
Westin Hotels and Resorts
01.1976 - 02.1988
- Supported monthly financial closing processes and reconciliations.
- Assisted in preparing budget forecasts and variance analyses.
- Maintained accurate financial records using accounting software.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather financial data.
- Learned regulatory compliance requirements for financial reporting.
- Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
- Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
- Completed year-end close processes through effective supervision financial functions and regular treasury transactions.
Education
Shawnee Mission West
Overland Park, KSSkills
- Demand forecasting
- Budget planning
- Quantitative research
- Market intelligence
- Financial forecasting
Timeline
Senior Lead Forecaster
Lumen Technologies
01.1992 - 01.2025
Controller
Westin Hotels and Resorts
01.1976 - 02.1988
Shawnee Mission West
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