Sam Francis
About Sam Francis
Sam Francis is a Sr. Financial Analyst with extensive experience in financial analysis and risk management. He has worked for various companies, including CreditShop and BMC, and has contributed to significant projects such as ERP transitions and automation initiatives.
Current Role at Builders FirstSource
Sam Francis serves as a Senior Financial Analyst at Builders FirstSource, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on financial analysis and reporting within the Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area. His responsibilities include utilizing SQL and VBA skills to conduct data audits and provide ad hoc reporting. This work enhances the company's data analysis capabilities and supports informed decision-making.
Previous Experience in Financial Analysis
Prior to his current role, Sam Francis worked as a Financial Analyst at BMC - Building Materials and Construction Solutions from 2019 to 2021. During his tenure, he contributed to various financial projects and initiatives. Before that, he held positions as a Business Analyst and Risk Analyst at CreditShop, where he was involved in risk assessment and business analysis for a total of two years.
Educational Background in Finance
Sam Francis earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with a focus on Finance from Texas A&M University. He attended the university from 2012 to 2016, completing his degree in four years. This educational foundation has equipped him with essential financial knowledge and skills applicable to his career in financial analysis.
Role in ERP Integration and Automation Initiatives
Sam played a key role in the integration of company-wide ERP transitions during a merger, which involved significant executive-level visibility and change management. He also assisted in the development of Business Requirement Documents (BRDs) and User Stories for integration automation initiatives, contributing to the automation of company-wide SG&A expenses by leveraging his knowledge of process flows.
Early Career Experience
Sam Francis began his career as an Accounting Intern at Stubb's Legendary Bar-B-Q from 2013 to 2014. He gained valuable experience in accounting practices during this one-year internship. Additionally, he worked as a Public Relations Officer for the Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity in 2015, where he was responsible for managing communications and public relations efforts in the Bryan/College Station, Texas Area.