Financial Analysis, Strategy, & Pricing specialist

Aaron Aitchison

*********@*****.***, 972-***-****

Education

Master of Business Administration – Finance May 2017

University of Texas at Dallas

Master of Accounting May 2015

University of Texas at Dallas

Bachelor of Science in Finance/Economics (double major) May 2012

University of Texas at Dallas

Experience

Sabre Inc. Revenue Recognition Analyst Southlake, TX 04/2015 – present

Facilitated the timely and accurate revenue treatment of $150MM+ annually, while responsible for not only the largest customer account, but also the monthly processing of clearinghouse cash flows in excess of $40MM+

Analyzed, evaluated and documented moderate to complex financial analysis of software products and services contracts to ensure accurate revenue recognition by applying appropriate accounting treatment according to GAAP and company policy

Determined revenue allocations and building revenue/billing schedules to ensure correct asset or liability positions on multi-element contracts

Managed revenues under straight-line amortization, pro-rata, and percentage-of-completion methods with appropriate timing considerations for VSOE, non-VSOE, local install and SaaS software platforms

Managed revenues in connection with foreign currencies, third-party products, offshore service vendors, and professional contract labor

Hilton Worldwide Revenue Manager/Economist Addison, TX 04/2013 - 12/2014

Developed and implemented pricing strategies through analysis of historic performance and competitors’ behavior

Conducted revenue management meetings; provided critical synopses of results and strategies from previous meetings; led discussions on future issues such as booking pace, pricing strategies, marketing opportunities and the competitive environment; ensured pricing was consistent amongst all distribution channels and enforced standards

Executed financial forecasting within +/- 3% accuracy for a portfolio of hotels with revenues in excess of $15MM

Highlights of Qualifications

3 years of management experience which included recruiting, hiring, supervising, scheduling, and motivating a staff of 30+ employees

Critical thinker that excels under pressure and enjoys problem solving

Ability to make decisions in an ambiguous environment

Demonstrates ability to interpret data, draw implications, and strategize accordingly

Takes ownership and demonstrates accountability

Ability to build a fact base and business case for strategic recommendations

Ability to clearly articulate complex situations and effectively influence colleagues

Demonstrates a sense of urgency

Works well with time constraints

Ability to work well with others as part of a team and perform under stressful situations

Ability to work without close supervision

Detail-oriented while still seeing the big picture (e.g., industry challenges and opportunities)

Communicates accurately and concisely in both verbal and written forms

Technical Skills

SAP, Excel, MS Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Capital IQ

Interests

Live Music, Live Theater, Movies/Filmmaking, Sports, Poker.

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