Jenna Kast
About Jenna Kast
Jenna Kast is a Senior Cost Accountant with a diverse background in customer service and financial analysis. She has worked at Materion Corporation since 2018 and has previous experience at Alro Steel Corporation and First Solar.
Work at Materion
Jenna Kast has served as a Senior Cost Accountant at Materion Corporation since 2018. In this role, she applies her financial analysis skills to manage and optimize costs within the organization. Her position involves collaborating with various departments to ensure accurate financial reporting and cost management strategies. Jenna's experience at Materion has contributed to her expertise in cost accounting and financial oversight.
Previous Experience in Accounting
Before joining Materion, Jenna Kast held several accounting positions that enriched her professional background. She worked as an Accountant/Financial Analyst at Alro Steel Corporation from 2016 to 2017, where she focused on financial reporting and analysis. Following that, she was a Financial Analyst at First Solar from 2017 to 2018, where she continued to develop her analytical skills. These roles provided her with valuable insights into financial operations across different industries.
Customer Service Background
Jenna Kast began her career in customer service, working as a Customer Service Representative at Comerica Bank. This experience allowed her to develop strong communication and interpersonal skills, which are essential in her current accounting role. Additionally, she gained early work experience as a Server at Pizza Hut, showcasing her versatility and ability to adapt to various job functions.
Education and Expertise
Jenna Kast holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with a focus on Accounting. She studied at Eastern Michigan University from 2014 to 2015, where she completed her degree. Prior to that, she attended Western Michigan University from 2011 to 2013, furthering her knowledge in accounting. Her educational background has provided her with a solid foundation in financial principles and practices, which she applies in her professional roles.