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About
Eric Cruz is an Analyst at the Texas Permanent School Fund Corporation, where he contributes to the oversight of one of the largest sovereign wealth funds in the United States. Based in Buda, TX, Eric plays a key role in supporting the fund's investment operations and financial analysis activities, ensuring prudent stewardship of assets dedicated to Texas public education initiatives.
Eric's investment sector focus at the Texas PSF Corporation includes financial analysis and reporting related to a diverse portfolio, with exposure likely to public markets, fixed income, and alternative assets, as consistent with the Fund's broad asset allocation. He works within an institutional investment framework, supporting decisions tied to multi-asset portfolios that serve Texas K-12 public schools.
Prior to his current role, Eric held financial reporting accountant positions at the Texas General Land Office and the Texas Workforce Commission, building expertise in governmental financial management and reporting. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from Texas State University–San Marcos and an associate degree from Angelina College. His professional history reflects a strong foundation in public sector finance and a commitment to supporting institutional investment strategies.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas Permanent School Fund | Analyst | Dec 2022 to Present | Utilizing Excel and other resources to compile, analyze, reconcile and report financial data for the Bond Guarantee Program (BGP), including monthly reconciliations, capacity calculations used for sch... |
| Texas General Land Office | Financial Reporting Accountant | Sep 2019 to Dec 2022 | Utilized advanced Excel functions and data comparison tools, such as pivot tables and functions to analyze extracted data from GLO and statewide accounting systems to reconcile trial balance discrepan... |
| Texas Workforce Commission | Financial Reporting Accountant | Jun 2014 to Sep 2019 | Maintained and oversaw grant activity for 13 workforce programs equating to over $200M in funds per fiscal year, ensuring efficient use of the Agency's federal and non-federal awards, through preparin... |
| Texas Military Department | Accounting Manager | Nov 2012 to Jun 2014 | Coordinated the daily activities and supervised an accounting staff of 9 for the Accounting Section of Finance. Maintained and oversaw accounting systems, policies, procedures and controls. Reconciled... |
| Employees Retirement System of Texas | General Ledger and USAS Team Lead | May 2008 to Nov 2012 | Hired as a temporary employee in May 2008 in the General Accounting section to process accounts payable and service purchase transactions. Began permanent employment with ERS in August 2008 as a Gener... |
| Consolidated Finance of Texas | Field Liaison | Oct 2006 to May 2008 | Assisted in corporate office administration for 12 loan offices while concurrently working with and reporting to the company CEO. Created and analyzed company wide financial reports in Excel on a week... |
| Nautica | First Assistant Manager | Aug 2001 to Jan 2006 | Began as a part time Sales Associate and quickly advanced to a full time manager. Hired, trained, supervised, and evaluated a staff of 15-40 associates per season. Lead management team during hiring... |
Education
Texas State University-San Marcos
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Finance, General
2001 — 2006
Angelina College
1999 — 2001
Skills & Expertise
Others at Texas Permanent School Fund Corp. (29)
| Name | Role | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Portfolio Manager | Austin, TX , United States | |
| Senior Vice President and Deputy Chief Investment Officer | Austin, TX , United States | |
| Investment Officer | Austin, TX , United States | |
| Portfolio Manager | Austin, TX , United States | |
| Senior Investment Officer | Austin, TX , United States | |
| Portfolio Manager - Private Equity | Austin, TX , United States | |
M Michael Hu | Senior Investment Officer | Houston, TX , United States |
| Sr. Investment Officer - Macroeconomics | Austin, TX , United States | |
| Portfolio Manager - Private Equity | Austin, TX , United States | |
| Investment Officer | Austin, TX , United States |