Brian Knutson
About Brian Knutson
Brian Knutson is a Senior Treasury Analyst at Tennant Company, where he has worked since 2015. He has extensive experience in treasury management and financial analysis, having held various positions in the finance sector since 1997.
Work at Tennant
Brian Knutson has served as a Senior Treasury Analyst at Tennant Company since 2015. In this role, he manages global cash transactions and provides analytical support for financial analysis. His responsibilities include facilitating inter-company cash movement globally and ensuring effective cash management practices. His expertise in treasury management contributes to the financial operations of Tennant Company, which is based in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area.
Previous Employment History
Before joining Tennant Company, Brian Knutson worked at Entrust Datacard as a Senior Treasury Analyst from 2014 to 2015. He also held positions at CarVal Investors as a Senior Fund Operations Associate from 2007 to 2009 and at Bluestem Brands as a Treasury Manager from 2009 to 2013. Additionally, he worked at GMAC ResCap in Treasury & Structured Finance from 2000 to 2007 and briefly at SpartanNash as a Senior Financial Analyst in 2013.
Education and Expertise
Brian Knutson earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Finance and Financial Management Services from the University of Nebraska, Lincoln, from 1992 to 1997. He has developed expertise in managing global cash transactions and conducting financial analysis. His technical skills include data mining using MS Access, Hyperion Essbase, and Excel report development with Macros.
Professional Affiliations
Brian has been a member of the Minnesota Association for Financial Professionals since 2009. He actively participated in the Minneapolis AFP conference from 2009 to 2013, contributing to discussions and networking within the financial community. His involvement in professional organizations reflects his commitment to staying informed about industry trends and best practices.
Training and Certifications
In 1999, Brian analyzed financial statements with the American Institute of Banking, focusing on market, credit, and operational risk components. He also participated in a credit risk assessment program with Robert Morris Associates, emphasizing advanced cash flow techniques and credit risk assessment. Additionally, he completed an advanced seminar on Asset Liability Management with SunGard in 2005, which focused on modeling, measurement, and management of interest rate risk.