Aaron Ziebart
About Aaron Ziebart
Aaron Ziebart is a Financial Analyst at Harley-Davidson Motor Company, where he has worked since 2021. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Finance from Marquette University and has previous experience in various analytical and support roles.
Current Role at Harley-Davidson
Aaron Ziebart has been employed as a Financial Analyst at Harley-Davidson Motor Company since 2021. He works in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, where he focuses on financial modeling and analysis to support the company's motorcycle lifecycle planning. His responsibilities include developing comprehensive margin models in Power BI, which enhance portfolio balancing capabilities. Ziebart also initiated a costing precision project that identifies discrepancies in paint costs, contributing to improved financial accuracy.
Previous Experience in Financial Analysis
Prior to his role at Harley-Davidson, Aaron Ziebart gained experience as a Financial Analyst at LeadVenture™ from 2019 to 2020. In this position, he utilized financial models such as Net Present Value and Internal Rate of Return to present business cases that informed executive decision-making. His earlier role as a Support Analyst at Airgas from 2017 to 2019 further developed his analytical skills, allowing him to contribute effectively in financial environments.
Educational Background in Finance
Aaron Ziebart holds a Bachelor's Degree in Finance, having studied at Marquette University from 2014 to 2016. He also completed a Bachelor's Degree in Finance at the University of Wisconsin-Waukesha from 2012 to 2014. His academic background provided him with a solid foundation in financial principles, which he applies in his professional roles.
Contributions to Financial Projects
At Harley-Davidson, Aaron Ziebart has made significant contributions to financial projects. He prepared executive-level presentations on pricing strategies for luxury motorcycles, focusing on enhancing margin percentage returns. Additionally, he contributed to the development of the Bill of Materials (BOM) for profitable segments, ensuring adherence to cost targets and margin percentages. His work includes regular month-end accruals and variance analysis to align project budgets with forecasts.
Early Career and Diverse Roles
Aaron Ziebart's early career included various roles that contributed to his skill set. He worked as a Receptionist at HCR Manor Care from 2012 to 2014 and as an Inshop Sandwich Maker at Jimmy John's for five months in 2014. He also served as a Barista at Tory Hill Cafe from 2015 to 2016. These positions provided him with customer service experience and foundational skills that support his analytical work.