Andy Smith

VP of Finance

Professional Overview
Andy Smith is an accomplished finance executive with over 15 years of experience driving strategic financial initiatives and operational excellence. As the VP of Finance at Checkerspot, he leverages his deep expertise in financial reporting, capital management, and cross-functional collaboration to support the company's growth and profitability.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As VP of Finance at Checkerspot, Andy is responsible for overseeing the company's financial planning and analysis, accounting, and treasury functions. He has played a pivotal role in streamlining financial processes, enhancing internal controls, and implementing data-driven decision-making strategies that have contributed to the organization's financial stability and resilience.

Career Progression
Prior to joining Checkerspot, Andy served as the VP, Controller at Plenty®, where he spearheaded the implementation of a robust financial reporting system and successfully managed the company's transition to a new ERP platform. His earlier experience includes roles as the Controller at TerraVia Holdings, Inc. and Assistant Controller at Portola Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Andy began his career as an Associate and Senior Associate at KPMG, where he honed his skills in financial auditing and compliance.

Academic Background
Andy holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of California, Berkeley. He is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and has completed additional coursework in strategic financial management and business analytics.

Areas of Expertise

• Financial planning and analysis

• Accounting and reporting

• Treasury and cash management

• Internal controls and compliance

• Cross-functional collaboration

• Strategic decision-making

• Change management

Professional Impact
During his tenure at Plenty®, Andy played a pivotal role in streamlining the company's financial reporting processes, leading to a 20% reduction in monthly close times. At TerraVia Holdings, Inc., he spearheaded the implementation of a new enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, which enhanced data visibility and improved the accuracy of financial reporting.

Conclusion
With his extensive experience, strong technical expertise, and strategic mindset, Andy Smith is well-positioned to drive sustainable financial growth and operational excellence at Checkerspot. His proven track record of delivering tangible results and collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams make him a valuable asset to the organization.