Susan Bortz
About Susan Bortz
Susan Bortz is a Senior Analyst specializing in Financial Systems and Processes at Kennametal, where she has worked since 2021. She has a background in financial analysis, having previously served as a Senior Financial Analyst at Kennametal from 2016 to 2021 and from 2012 to 2016.
Work at Kennametal
Susan Bortz has held multiple positions at Kennametal, a global leader in tooling and industrial materials. She began her tenure as a Senior Financial Analyst from 2012 to 2016, where she worked for four years in Latrobe, Pennsylvania. After a brief hiatus, she returned to Kennametal in 2016, continuing in the role of Senior Financial Analyst until 2021, contributing to financial analysis and reporting for five years. In 2021, she transitioned to her current position as Sr. Analyst, Financial Systems & Processes, where she has been employed for three years, focusing on optimizing financial systems and processes.
Education and Expertise
Susan Bortz has a solid educational background in accounting and management. She earned her Bachelor's degree in Accounting and Management from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, where she studied from 1997 to 2001. Later, she pursued further education at Duquesne University, obtaining a Master's degree in Accounting (MBA) from 2008 to 2011. This combination of undergraduate and graduate education has equipped her with the knowledge and skills necessary for her roles in financial analysis and systems.
Background
Susan Bortz completed her secondary education at Uniontown Area High School before advancing to higher education. Her early academic achievements laid the foundation for her career in finance and accounting. Throughout her professional journey, she has developed expertise in financial systems and processes, which has been instrumental in her roles at Kennametal.