Daniel Irizarry, MBA
About Daniel Irizarry, MBA
Daniel Irizarry, MBA, is a Senior FP&A Analyst at Credit Karma, where he has implemented new forecasting methods to enhance planning accuracy. He has a diverse background in finance, having held various analytical roles at notable companies including LendingTree, IBM, and KAYAK.
Current Role at Credit Karma
Daniel Irizarry serves as a Senior FP&A Analyst in the 3P & HC division at Credit Karma. He has been in this role since 2022, contributing to financial planning and analysis efforts. His responsibilities include implementing new forecasting methods that enhance accuracy in planning for headcount and facilities capacity analysis. He plays a key role in reconciling data across internal warehouse systems, ensuring accuracy and proper integration of new acquisitions.
Previous Experience in Financial Analysis
Prior to his current position, Daniel Irizarry held various roles in financial analysis across multiple organizations. He worked at LendingTree as a Senior Financial Analyst from 2019 to 2022 and as a Financial Analyst from 2018 to 2019. His experience also includes a position at KAYAK as an Analyst in FP&A for five months in 2018 and as a Staff Accountant from 2017 to 2018. Earlier, he served as a Senior Financial Portfolio Analyst at IBM from 2016 to 2017 and as a Commercial Lending Financial Associate at People's United Bank from 2013 to 2015.
Educational Background
Daniel Irizarry earned his Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) with a focus on Accounting and Finance from Western Connecticut State University, completing his studies from 2014 to 2016. He also holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Accounting from the same institution, where he studied from 2008 to 2013. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in financial analysis.
Internship Experience
Daniel Irizarry gained valuable experience through internships early in his career. He worked as an Assurance Intern at PricewaterhouseCoopers in 2015 for three months, where he was exposed to auditing and assurance services. Additionally, he completed a Senior Financial Analyst Co-op at IBM in 2016 for four months, further enhancing his financial analysis skills.
Communication and Strategic Insight
In his current role and previous positions, Daniel regularly communicates financial insights and variance analysis to Executive Committee members. This practice aids in strategic decision-making within the organizations he has worked for, demonstrating his ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights for leadership.