Germán A. Ortiz

Germán A. Ortiz is an accomplished finance professional with extensive experience in operational accounting, financial management, and auditing within both civilian and military contexts. Currently serving as an Operations Accounting Senior Analyst at John Deere since August 2022, Germán leads capital investment processes, collaborates with operations teams on budgeting and project prioritization, and conducts financial analyses. Previous roles include Internal Auditor Advisor, where Germán executed risk-based audits and provided strategic insights to leadership, and various financial management positions at Special Operations Command Europe and the United States Air Force, overseeing significant budgets and fiscal guidance for military operations. Germán holds an MBA from the University of Maryland Global Campus and a Bachelor in Business Administration with a focus on Information Technology Management from American Military University, alongside a degree in Financial Management from the Community College of the Air Force.