Eric Dupont, CPA

Director of Financial Planning and Analysis

Professional Overview
Eric Dupont is an accomplished financial planning and analysis (FP&A) executive with over 15 years of experience in the healthcare and aviation industries. As the Director of FP&A at Children's Health, he oversees the organization's budgeting, forecasting, and strategic decision support, driving financial performance and operational efficiency.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As the Director of Financial Planning and Analysis at Children's Health, Eric is responsible for leading the organization's FP&A function, providing critical insights to support strategic decision-making. He oversees the development and implementation of comprehensive financial models, ensuring accurate budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis. Eric's strategic guidance has been instrumental in optimizing resource allocation, improving profitability, and aligning financial plans with the organization's long-term objectives.

Career Progression
Prior to his current role, Eric held several senior positions at McKesson and American Airlines, where he gained extensive experience in financial planning, continuous improvement, and capital finance. As the Sr. Manager, FP&A at McKesson, he spearheaded the implementation of a cloud-based financial planning platform, enabling real-time data-driven decision-making. During his tenure at American Airlines, Eric served in various leadership roles, including Sr. Manager of Customer Financial Planning and Controller of Flight Service, where he made significant contributions to operational efficiency and financial optimization.

Academic Background
Eric holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from the University of Texas at Austin. He is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and has completed executive leadership programs at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.

Areas of Expertise

• Financial planning and analysis

• Budgeting and forecasting

• Data-driven decision support

• Financial modeling and reporting

• Strategic financial advisory

• Process optimization and continuous improvement

• Cross-functional collaboration and team leadership

Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Eric has demonstrated a keen ability to drive financial performance and operational excellence. At McKesson, he led the implementation of a cloud-based FP&A platform, resulting in a 20% improvement in financial reporting accuracy and a 15% reduction in planning cycle time. At American Airlines, his strategic insights and process improvement initiatives contributed to a 12% increase in customer profitability and a 5% reduction in operating costs.

Conclusion
With his extensive experience in the healthcare and aviation sectors, Eric Dupont is a seasoned financial planning and analysis leader. His proven track record of driving financial performance, optimizing operations, and aligning organizational goals makes him a valuable asset to the Children's Health team. Eric is committed to leveraging his expertise to support the organization's growth and long-term financial sustainability.