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James Aston

Director of Finance - Financial Planning & Analysis | Analytics | Cost Accounting at CSW Industrials

James Aston has extensive work experience in finance and financial planning & analysis. James is currently the Director of Finance - Financial Planning & Analysis, Analytics, and Cost Accounting at CSW Industrials Inc. James has been in this role since October 2021.

Prior to their current position, James worked at Newpark Resources, Inc, where they held multiple roles. From August 2018 to October 2021, they served as the Global Finance Manager - Financial Planning & Analysis and Business Unit Controller. From January 2017 to July 2018, they were the North American Financial Planning and Analysis Manager, responsible for all business lines and global supply chain.

Before joining Newpark Resources, James worked at SQI, Inc. (The) in their Minerals & Manufacturing Business unit. From January 2013 to January 2017, they were the Finance Manager, responsible for FP&A and global supply chain. From January 2010 to December 2012, they served as the Financial Planning and Analysis Manager and Business Unit Controller. James also held the positions of Senior Financial Analyst from February 2010 to August 2010 and Financial Analyst from January 2009 to January 2010.

Overall, James Aston has a strong background in finance, with a focus on financial planning & analysis, analytics, cost accounting, and business unit control. James has worked in various managerial roles, utilizing their expertise in these areas.

James Aston completed their education in a chronological order. In 2005-2006, they attended The Ohio State University, focusing on Business Administration and Management. Continuing their education, from 2007 to 2009, Aston pursued a Bachelor's Degree at Sam Houston State University. James then advanced their knowledge by earning a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from the University of Houston, C.T. Bauer College of Business, specializing in Global Strategic Management and Corporate Finance, from 2015 to 2017. Additionally, they have a certification as a Project Management Professional from the Project Management Institute, with the exact date of attainment not provided.

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  • Director of Finance - Financial Planning & Analysis | Analytics | Cost Accounting

    October, 2021 - present

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