John Olsen
About John Olsen
John Olsen is a financial analysis manager at Transamerica, where he has worked since 2015. He holds an MBA from Texas Christian University and a BA in Portuguese Language and Literature from Brigham Young University.
Work at Transamerica
John Olsen has been employed at Transamerica since 2015, serving as the Manager of Financial Analysis. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing financial performance and analysis within the organization. Prior to his current position, he worked as a Senior Manager in International Finance at Transamerica from 2006 to 2014. During his tenure, he implemented activity-based costing at a $6 billion division, which contributed to improved financial efficiency. He also drives cost savings initiatives aimed at achieving flat year-over-year expense growth.
Education and Expertise
John Olsen holds a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from Texas Christian University, where he studied from 1995 to 1997. His academic background also includes a Bachelor of Arts in Portuguese Language and Literature, which he earned from Brigham Young University between 1989 and 1994. His education in finance and business administration equips him with the skills necessary for his roles in financial analysis and management.
Background
Before joining Transamerica, John Olsen worked at Textron as Manager of International Finance from 1998 to 2006. His experience at Textron provided him with a solid foundation in international finance, which he later applied in his roles at Transamerica. His career spans over two decades in finance, with a focus on financial analysis and cost management.
Achievements
Throughout his career, John Olsen has achieved significant milestones, including the implementation of activity-based costing in a major division at Transamerica. This initiative has played a crucial role in enhancing financial operations. Additionally, he has been instrumental in driving cost savings initiatives that focus on maintaining flat year-over-year expense growth, demonstrating his commitment to financial efficiency.