SOPHIA TESTA
Crystal Lake,IL
Summary
Energetic and adaptable finance professional with proven leadership experience, and a natural talent for connecting with people. Skilled in financial analysis and strategic planning, with a strong ability to foster collaboration and maintain a positive work environment. Committed to continuous growth and driving team success.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Programs Office Graduate Assistant
Ball State University
08.2025 - Current
- Analyzed program engagement and performance metrics to evaluate marketing effectiveness and support data-driven strategy adjustments
- Conducted benchmarking research to evaluate MBA program competitiveness against peer institutions, and recommended improvements.
- Reviewed and processed student applications using Slate, ensuring data accuracy while supporting efficient workflow and reporting processes
- Provided guidance to students regarding academic policies and procedures, supporting program satisfaction and success.
Finance Intern
POS Remarketing Group
05.2022 - 08.2024
Seasonal, 3 Summers
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to perform in-depth financial analyses, and support strategic decision-making.
- Created budgets and forecasts for the fiscal years 2023 and 2024 , contributing to long-term financial planning.
- Utilized QuickBooks and Fishbowl daily to maintain accurate and timely financial records.
- Organized and maintained company financial and historical data (2021–2022) to establish a reliable repository for strategic use.
- Completed Coursera Excel courses to strengthen data analysis and reporting skills, applying new techniques directly to internship projects.
Education
Masters of Business Administration -
Ball State University
Muncie, IN05.2026
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Ball State University
Muncie, IN05.2025
Skills
- Financial analysis and reporting
- Budget forecasting and variance analysis
- Advanced Excel proficiency including pivot tables, lookup functions, and data analysis
- Data organization and process improvement
- Benchmarking and market research
- Strong attention to detail with financial data
- Team collaboration and communication
- Self motivated with strong initiative
- Reliable with a strong work ethic
Accomplishments
- Oversaw and supervised over 70 members
- Organized philanthropy events, including a silent auction, to raise over $15,000 for Women's Heart Health
- Held judicial boards and came up with outcomes for members who did not meet social, academic, or financial standards
- Served as the spokesperson for the organization at events and meetings
- Honors society for those involved in greek life
- Execute fraternity and sorority life events to keep members engaged
- Engage in weekly meetings highlighting a guest speaker
Chapter President, Alpha Phi Sorority, 2024.
Order of Omega, 2023-2025.
Accounting Club, 2024.
Timeline
Business Programs Office Graduate Assistant
Ball State University
08.2025 - Current
Finance Intern
POS Remarketing Group
05.2022 - 08.2024
Masters of Business Administration -
Ball State University
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Ball State University