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Scott Zumdahl

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CTO Finance Lead at John Deere
📍 Urbandale, Iowa, United States

Scott Zumdahl is a seasoned financial leader at John Deere, currently serving as the CTO Finance Lead. He specializes in guiding the technology organizations financial strategy, managing the global R&D budget, and ensuring alignment with business goals. He holds a BS in Accountancy, an MBA in Finance, and is a Certified Public Accountant.

Drawing from his education at the University of Illinois and Indiana University, Scott likely follows collegiate sports. He has a professional interest in financial news and the aviation industry, as indicated by his following of The Wall Street Journal and United Airlines.

Unique fact: He leads the strategic financial guidance for John Deeres Chief Technology Officer, blending high-level finance with cutting-edge technology and innovation.

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Experience
27 Years
Current Role
CTO Finance Lead
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Urbandale, Iowa, United States
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Technology Finance
Leads finance for the CTO organization and manages the worldwide R&D budget for John Deere's Intelligent Solutions Group, focusing on tech investment and profitability.
Financial Controls
Has a background as a SOX Audit Manager, emphasizing his expertise in internal controls, corporate policy compliance, and risk assessment on a global scale.
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Career

Work history

3-2025
CTO Finance Lead
John Deere
11-2020 - 2-2025
Accounting Manager, ISG Urbandale
John Deere
12-2016 - 10-2020
Product Line Controller, Specialty Harvesting
John Deere
7-2012 - 12-2016
Product Line Controller, Commercial Mowing & Golf
John Deere
7-2010 - 7-2012
Sox Audit Manager
John Deere
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Education
1995 - 1999
Bachelor's degree
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
2002 - 2005
Master of Business Administration - MBA
Indiana University Bloomington
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