Alex Gansen

Chief Financial Officer
University of Iowa Energy Collaborative
Biography

Job Description: Responsible for the finance and administrative functions of the Company including preparing financial statements and reports, preparing budgets, managing cashflows, maintaining lender relationships. Make key decisions regarding company's financial strategy and operations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Maintain finance and administrative functions
  • Prepare and present budgets and financial reports
  • Manage project cash flow and fund transfers
  • Analyze cash projections and capital needs
  • Coordinate and support yearly audits, credit rating reviews, and tax filings 

Frequently Used Skills:

  • Communication
  • Problem-solving
  • Leadership
  • Teamwork
  • Data Analysis 
 

What advice would you give to a student interested in pursuing a job or career field like yours?

"Students interested in this career path should build a strong foundation in financial analysis, strategic thinking, and business operations. Excel proficiency is essential—master functions like XLOOKUP, SUMIFS, pivot tables, and financial modeling, as they are crucial tools for making data-driven decisions. Also, develop strong communication skills, as translating complex financial data into actionable insights is a key part of the role."


 

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