Connor Close

About Connor Close

Squadra Solutions relies on collaboration across finance, operations, and executive…

Experience

1. Lead Financial Analyst

   Squadra

   Jun 2025 — Present · McLean, VA, US

   Partner with finance, operations, and executive teams to deliver insights and ensure smoothcooperation. Coordinate and communicate effectively between Squadra project manager, vendors, andclient logistics and financial needs of the project. Seek assistance from senior leadership ifneeded.Project related: Manage budgeting and cost control for large-scale projects. Generate regular financial reports to provide stakeholders with clear visibility into projectfinancials. Update cost forecasts based on project progress, emerging risks, and scope changes. Define capital depreciation schedules for the financing company. Conduct variance analyses to identify cost deviations and recommend corrective actions.Operations Support: Process quotes and sales orders in NetSuite. Assist in reviewing sales orders for compliance with financial and contractual terms. Maintain documentation for all purchases and track invoices to prevent overspending. Manage vendor and client relationships to support smooth project execution in collaborationwith the Project Manager. Work closely with the Project Manager to ensure coordination of all financial aspects of theproject. Evaluate and improve business processes and workflows to enhance operational efficiency. Collaborate with various departments to streamline procedures and eliminate inefficiencies. Monitor KPIs and operational performance metrics; develop dashboards and reports. Maintain and analyze large datasets to identify trends and support strategic initiatives. Develop and automate reporting tools using Excel, NetSuite, OpenAir, or other platforms. Provide analytical support for strategic projects and initiatives.