Aaron Shaw
About Aaron Shaw
Aaron Shaw is a Financial Coordinator with extensive experience in financial analysis and business consulting. He has worked for various organizations, including LCRA and HEB, and holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from Texas A&M University.
Work at LCRA
Aaron Shaw has held multiple roles at the Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) since 2020. He initially served as a Financial Analyst from 2020 to 2022, where he developed and maintained LCRA's financial models, including the Transmission Rate model, to support future business planning decisions. Following this role, he advanced to Senior Financial Analyst from 2022 to 2023, where he participated in cross-training activities to share financial knowledge across departments. Currently, he works as a Financial Coordinator, a position he has held since 2023, where he leads training sessions for department managers on LCRA's internal reporting systems.
Education and Expertise
Aaron Shaw earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from Texas A&M University, completing his studies from 2008 to 2011. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in financial analysis and coordination. He has developed expertise in conducting in-depth analyses of economics and market data, which allows him to offer strategic insights that inform business decisions. His proficiency in financial modeling and reporting is further supported by his experience with tools such as Oracle Analytics and CCH Tagetik.
Background in Financial Analysis
Before joining LCRA, Aaron Shaw gained extensive experience in financial analysis across various organizations. He worked as a Financial Analyst at Academy Sports + Outdoors from 2013 to 2017, where he focused on financial reporting and analysis. He also served as a Financial Analyst at HEB from 2011 to 2013 in the San Antonio area. His career continued with roles as a Business Consultant at Nextep and a Business Advisor at Thryv, both in the Houston area, where he applied his financial expertise in different business contexts.
Professional Experience in Business Consulting
Aaron Shaw has experience in business consulting, having worked at Nextep as a Business Consultant from 2018 to 2019. In this role, he provided insights and strategies to improve business operations. He also served as a Business Advisor at Thryv from 2019 to 2020, where he advised clients on business solutions. His background in consulting complements his financial analysis skills, enabling him to approach financial challenges with a broader business perspective.
Skills in Financial Reporting and Analysis
Throughout his career, Aaron Shaw has developed strong skills in financial reporting and analysis. He utilizes Oracle Analytics and CCH Tagetik for profit and loss tracking, creating customized reports for monthly actuals and forecasts. His ability to conduct in-depth analyses of market data and economics allows him to provide valuable insights that support strategic decision-making within organizations.