Dennis Behrendt
About Dennis Behrendt
Dennis Behrendt is a Sr. Cost Accountant and Operations Finance Analyst at Tennant Company, where he has worked since 2018. He specializes in cost improvement analysis, inventory management, and financial reporting.
Work at Tennant
Dennis Behrendt has been employed at Tennant Company since 2018, serving as a Senior Cost Accountant and Operations Finance Analyst. In this role, he is responsible for preparing ad hoc reports for the operations, inventory, and purchasing departments. He acts as the global costing lead for the annual SAP cost roll, ensuring accurate financial reporting and analysis. Behrendt also analyzes excess and obsolete inventory on a quarterly basis for North American sites and prepares monthly cycle count reports. He serves as a liaison for third-party audits related to cycle counts and inventory.
Previous Experience
Before joining Tennant Company, Dennis Behrendt worked at Adient as a Senior Financial Analyst from 2012 to 2018. This role followed his tenure at Johnson Controls, where he served as Controller from 2004 to 2012. His experience in these positions provided him with a strong foundation in financial analysis and cost management, which he applies in his current role at Tennant.
Education and Expertise
Dennis Behrendt studied at Ferris State University from 1985 to 1989, earning a degree that has contributed to his expertise in finance and accounting. His educational background supports his professional roles in cost accounting and financial analysis, enabling him to develop training materials for purchasing and materials departments to enhance costing success.
Financial Analysis and Reporting
In his capacity as a global cost improvement financial analyst, Dennis Behrendt reviews projects for financial integrity and tracks hard savings against project projections on a monthly basis. He prepares various financial reports that assist operations, inventory, and purchasing departments in making informed decisions. His analytical skills are crucial for maintaining financial accuracy and supporting organizational goals.