Ying CAO
About Ying CAO
Ying Cao is a Financial Analyst with over 3 years of experience in financial analysis and more than 5 years in accounting operations. She holds an M.B.A. and possesses strong skills in advanced Excel modeling and various reporting tools.
Work at Hitachi Vantara
Currently, Ying Cao serves as a Financial Analyst at Hitachi Data Systems, a position she has held since 2014. In this role, she engages with multiple departments, including accounting, finance, sales, HR, and payroll. Her responsibilities include conducting scenario analysis for projections and complex issues using advanced Excel modeling. Additionally, she participates in the revision of compensation plan tools, contributing to the overall financial strategy of the organization.
Education and Expertise
Ying Cao has a solid educational background in finance and accounting. She achieved her Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) in 2014 after studying for 11 months. Prior to that, she studied at California State University-East Bay from 2007 to 2009. Ying also holds a Bachelor's degree in Landscape Construction from Nanjing University, where she studied from 1993 to 1997. Her expertise includes advanced Excel modeling and proficiency in various reporting tools.
Background in Accounting
Before her current role at Hitachi Data Systems, Ying Cao worked as an Inventory Accountant at Arista Corporation for two months in 2011. This position provided her with foundational experience in accounting operations. Overall, she has over five years of experience in accounting operations and more than three years in financial analysis, highlighting her extensive background in the financial sector.
Technical Skills and Software Proficiency
Ying Cao possesses strong technological skills, particularly in advanced Excel modeling. In her role as a Financial Analyst, she utilizes a range of software tools, including Oracle, Hyperion, Smart View, Salesforce, and Xactly. Her proficiency in these tools enhances her ability to conduct financial analysis and reporting effectively, supporting her contributions to the financial operations of her organization.