José Aldana

About José Aldana

José helps organizations confidently navigate complex financial scenarios. Since 2017, he has worked across the U.S. and Canada guiding public and private sector clients through financial planning, budgeting, restructuring, and turnaround strategies.José simplifies complex financial issues through detailed financial modeling, cash flow forecasting and budgeting — equipping decision-makers with clear insights to drive informed, strategic decisions. Key career highlights include:• Financial Management and Oversight Board for Puerto Rico: Managed 8direct reports in a team responsible for certifying Puerto Rico\'s $31 billion FY24 budget• North Carolina Department of Transportation: Built an interactive financial model projecting disaster recovery costs and FEMA/FHWA reimbursements post-Hurricane Helene; widely adopated by senior leadership for strategic financial planning• Acorda Therapeutics: Supported Chapter 11 restructuring, drafting first-day motions, SOFAs, SOALs, MORs, and managing post-filing vendor payments• Ranch Energy Corporation: Managed a receivership estate comprised of ~1,600 gas wells, overseeing production, HR, finance, and accounting operations, resulting in a successful sale of the business to the secured lender• BOS Solutions: Developed and implemented a 13-week cash flow forecast, enabling management to preserve liquidity and sustain operations during cross-border insolvency proceedings

Experience

1. Vice President - Turnaround & Restructuring

   Accordion

   May 2025 — Present · Chicago, IL, US

Education

• The University of Kansas

  Bachelor of Science (Honors), Finance

Skills

• Critical Thinking
• Management
• Philanthropy
• Analysis
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Powerpoint
• Communication
• Cultural Awareness
• Public Speaking
• Creative Insights
• Adaptability
• Non-Profit Volunteer
• Youth Leadership
• Volunteering
• Teamwork
• Microsoft Office
• Sales
• Hardwork
• Analytical Skills
• Marketing
• Research
• Leadership