Jeremy Johnson
Executive Summary
Strategic finance and operations professional with over 20 years of experience leading high-performing teams who consistently deliver outstanding results through exceptional service, innovative solutions, and a relentless commitment to continuous improvement.
Experience
Self Employed
Real Estate Investor and Property Manager 2018 – 2025
Zions Bancorporation
Strategic Finance Officer & Director of Project Finance, SVP 2019 - 2023
Led a team of financial analysts, accountants, and technologists who supported operations, technology, finance/accounting, supply chain, risk, legal, and human resources.
Designed and implemented an investment funding framework for the company’s strategic investments, primarily focused on technology ( $120 million per year).
Developed financial modeling tools, processes, and controls to build the business case for capital investments, which empowered executives to evaluate and prioritize funding decisions.
Developed the tools and process for project sizing, cost/benefit analysis, and benefits realization.
Automated Balance sheet, P&L, and Cash Flow reporting for all strategic investments
Created investment screening metrics including NPV, IRR, Payback, and DCF.
Responsible for managing strategic projects, including major implementations of new technology.
Created OKRs, KPIs, and other metrics to measure business unit and project performance.
Financial Reporting Manager, VP 2012 - 2019
Managed financial reporting for executive management, regulators, and the board of directors.
Implemented and maintained accounting processes, policies, and controls.
Evaluated vendors, completed due diligence, and negotiated contracts.
Developed a financial analyst scorecard, which improved service levels across the finance function.
Designed and implemented a benchmarking program that resolved regulatory and compliance issues.
Awarded the Enterprise Technology and Operations’ Service Excellence Award.
FedEx
Senior Manager of Operations 2003 – 2012
Responsible for operating P&L, including orders, sales, and operating income.
Awarded President’s Club, which recognizes the top 1% in combined performance across the company.
Education
University of Utah
Master of Business Administration, MBA
Bachelor of Science, B.S. Finance (cum laude)
Skills
Strategic Planning
Investment Funding
Financial Planning & Analysis
Data Visualization (Power BI)
Business Process Automation
Team Leadership
Hyperion HFM/Planning
Business Case Development
Project Management
GAAP Accounting
Regulatory Compliance
Financial Modeling
Melbourne, FL
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