Dan Peterson, Cpa
About Dan Peterson, Cpa
Dan Peterson is a Senior Financial Analyst at General Mills, specializing in Digital & Technology, with a background in accounting and finance from various companies.
Current Role at General Mills
Dan Peterson serves as a Senior Financial Analyst - Digital & Technology at General Mills in Bloomington, MN. In this role, he is a key member of the cross-functional, global warranty team, where he supports the implementation of complex warranty models and processes. He is responsible for Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) controls related to warranty accounting, including developing work papers and analysis for quarterly reviews and year-end audits. Moreover, Dan provides direction and guidance on unusual warranty transactions, and reviews documentation for special reserve warranties.
Past Experience at The Toro Company
From 2015 to 2019, Dan Peterson worked as a Senior Financial Analyst - International Division at The Toro Company in Bloomington, MN. Over his four-year tenure, Dan was involved in financial analysis and strategic planning for the company's international operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with global accounting standards.
Previous Role at G&K Services
Dan Peterson was a Financial Reporting Accountant at G&K Services from 2012 to 2015, based in Minnetonka, MN. During his three-year tenure, he was responsible for preparing financial reports, conducting accounting analyses, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations and accounting principles.
Early Career at Precision Pipeline, LLC and U.S. Census Bureau
Dan Peterson started his career as an Equipment Specialist Assistant at Precision Pipeline, LLC for 9 months in the Eau Claire, Wisconsin Area. He followed this with a 7-month position at the U.S. Census Bureau -- Census Coverage Management as an Administration Clerk. Both roles provided Dan with early exposure to administrative and logistical aspects of operations.
Education and Professional Background
Dan Peterson holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and Information Systems from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. His academic background has laid a solid foundation for his professional journey in financial analysis and reporting. Dan's role as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) further underscores his expertise and commitment to his field.