Dusty Townsend
About Dusty Townsend
Dusty Townsend is a Senior Financial Analyst specializing in financial planning and analysis for product development at Navistar Inc. He has a strong background in cost management and has held various roles in finance and operations across multiple companies.
Current Role at Navistar
Dusty Townsend serves as a Senior Financial Analyst in Financial Planning and Analysis for Product Development at Navistar Inc. He has held this position since 2013, contributing over a decade of expertise in financial analysis within the automotive and commercial vehicle sector. His role involves extensive cost management and analysis, focusing on product development initiatives.
Previous Experience at Navistar
Before his current role, Dusty Townsend worked at Navistar Inc in various capacities. He served as an Accountant in Finance Accounting Leadership and Development from 2008 to 2011, and as a Program Cost Manager in Product Costing and Analysis from 2011 to 2013. His experiences at Navistar have provided him with a strong foundation in corporate finance and operational management.
Career Background
Dusty Townsend has a diverse career background that includes significant roles in financial management and operations. He worked as an Operations Supervisor at Tigerdirect.com from 1998 to 2004, and as a Team Manager in the Home Loans Division at JPMorgan Chase & Co. from 2005 to 2008. This varied experience has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of both financial and operational aspects of business.
Education and Qualifications
Dusty Townsend has a solid educational background in finance and accounting. He earned an Associate's degree in Accounting from Waubonsee Community College from 2002 to 2004. He then obtained a Bachelor's degree in Business Management and Accounting from Robert Morris University - Illinois from 2004 to 2009. Furthering his education, he completed a Master's degree in Financial Management and Accounting at Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University from 2013 to 2015.
Expertise in Financial Analysis
Dusty Townsend possesses extensive expertise in financial planning and analysis, particularly in product development within the automotive industry. His experience encompasses cost management and analysis, which are critical for effective financial decision-making in product development initiatives. His background in both corporate finance and operational management enhances his analytical capabilities.