Austin Rakestraw
About Austin Rakestraw
Austin Rakestraw serves as the FP&A Manager for the Concrete Cutting & Finishing Division at Oregon Tool, a position he has held since 2020. He has over a decade of experience in financial analysis and holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from the University of Portland.
Work at Oregon Tool
Austin Rakestraw has been employed at Oregon Tool since 2013, progressing through various roles in the financial department. He currently serves as the FP&A Manager for the Concrete Cutting & Finishing Division, a position he has held since 2020. Prior to this role, he worked as a Senior Financial Analyst from 2018 to 2020 and as a Financial Analyst from 2013 to 2018. His tenure at Oregon Tool spans over a decade, during which he has contributed to the financial planning and analysis functions within the company.
Education and Expertise
Austin Rakestraw earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) with a focus on Finance from the University of Portland. He attended the university from 2009 to 2013, completing his degree in four years. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in financial analysis and management.
Background
Before joining Oregon Tool, Austin Rakestraw worked as a Tutor at the University of Portland for eight months in 2009 and 2010. This early experience in education may have contributed to his analytical skills and ability to communicate complex financial concepts effectively.
Career Progression
Austin Rakestraw's career at Oregon Tool showcases a clear trajectory of growth within the financial sector. Starting as a Financial Analyst in 2013, he advanced to Senior Financial Analyst in 2018, and subsequently to FP&A Manager in 2020. This progression reflects his increasing responsibilities and expertise in financial planning and analysis.