Jonathan Acosta
Patterson
Summary
Finance graduate with hands-on analytical experience in procurement planning, cost analysis, forecasting, and financial reporting. Seeking an entry-level corporate finance or FP&A role to leverage my analytical skills to drive business performance and informed decision-making.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Planner/Procurement Buyer I
Oceaneering
Morgan City
11.2024 - Current
- Utilize ERP systems (PeopleSoft) and Excel for reporting and tracking.
- Monitoring purchase orders, inventory levels, and supplier performance to control costs, and reduce inefficiencies.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, finance, and supply chain teams.
Server
Deano's Pizza South
Lafayette
12.2021 - 07.2025
- Delivered high-volume customer service while managing time-sensitive priorities.
- Developed strong communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills for placements.
- Maintained accuracy in handling cash and transactions in a fast-paced environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration-Finance
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
Lafayette, LA05.2024
Skills
- Cost and financial analysis
- Analytical reporting and presentation
- Planning and forecast support
- Bloomberg Terminal
- Microsoft Excel and data analysis
- Bilingual: fluent in English and Spanish
- ERP system experience (PeopleSoft)
- Cross-functional collaboration
Projects
Investment Analyst for the Student Managed Portfolio of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, In the role of investment analyst, I was given the responsibility to evaluate the stocks of NVIDIA and Chevron. This role required the preparation of a detailed financial report and analysis of each company with a recommendation regarding holding each security as part of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette’s endowed portfolio. Additionally, I verbally presented and defended these recommendations to the Investment Committee of the Foundation in April 2024.
Timeline
Planner/Procurement Buyer I
Oceaneering
11.2024 - Current
Server
Deano's Pizza South
12.2021 - 07.2025
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration-Finance
University of Louisiana at Lafayette