William Hoffman
Champlin,MN
Summary
Analytical and motivated professional with a B.A. in Mathematics and minor in Data Analytics, offering hands-on experience in cost-benefit analysis, financial forecasting, and operations support through internships with Minnesota Valley Electric and working for Elevate Living. Skilled in leveraging Excel, Python, Java, and Mathematica to analyze spending patterns, develop pricing strategies, and create data visualizations that inform decision-making. Recognized for critical thinking, vendor relations, and problem resolution, with a proven ability to prepare detailed reports for leadership and collaborate effectively across teams. Dedicated to building expertise in budget preparation and management while contributing to organizational efficiency and cost control.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Cost Analyst
Elevate Living
05.2024 - Current
- Conducted cost-benefit and finical analyses for a variety of accounts to help with budgeting and forecasting.
- Analyzed extensive spending and set forth plans for cost-reduction opportunities.
- Created pricing strategies through age of asset and repair cost to determine if it is an effective cost.
- Prepares weekly, monthly, quarterly, and yearly reports for upper management, vice president, and president of the company.
- Tracked, contacted, and managed vendors in pursuit of saving cost on repairs and replacements of the company’s assets.
Operations Intern
Minnesota Valley Electric
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Utilized Excel for data analysis, including creating complex formulas, pivot tables, and data visualizations to interpret and present findings effectively.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team, contributing to project goals and objectives.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively convey ideas and information to team members and coworkers.
- Proficient in gathering, analyzing, and interpreting data to identify trends, patterns, and insights.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics, Data Analytics
Saint John’s University
Collegeville, MNSkills
- Cost Analysis Principles
- Focus and Follow-Through
- Knowledge in Raptor, Python, Java, and Mathematica
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Anticipation and Resolution
- Mathematical Calculation and Reasoning
- Microsoft Office
- Data Visualization
- Reading Comprehension
- Vendor Relations
Timeline
Cost Analyst
Elevate Living
05.2024 - Current
Operations Intern
Minnesota Valley Electric
05.2023 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics, Data Analytics
Saint John’s University