Professional Summary
Professional Overview
Jackie Dodson is an accomplished Chief Financial Officer with extensive experience in client accounting, advisory services, and non-profit operations. As the Chief Financial Officer for CLA's Client Accounting and Advisory Services division, she leverages her expertise to drive financial strategy and operational excellence for the firm's diverse client base.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Chief Financial Officer at CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen), Jackie is responsible for overseeing the financial management and strategic planning for the firm's Client Accounting and Advisory Services division. In this role, she ensures the efficient and effective delivery of comprehensive accounting, finance, and advisory solutions to a wide range of clients.
Career Progression
Prior to her current position, Jackie served as the CFO and Senior Vice President of Operations at Make-A-Wish Central and Northern Florida, where she played a pivotal role in improving the organization's financial operations and driving sustainable growth. Before that, she held various leadership roles at Cru, a global Christian ministry, including Vice President of Finance and Operations, Senior Financial Leader, and Division Controller.
Jackie's early career experience includes positions as a Budget Analyst at Darden Restaurants and a Senior Accountant at McDirmit Davis & Company, a public accounting firm. Her diverse background in both the non-profit and for-profit sectors has equipped her with a well-rounded understanding of financial management, strategic planning, and operational optimization.
Academic Background
Jackie holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration, with a concentration in Accounting, from California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo.
Areas of Expertise
- Financial management and strategic planning
- Accounting and advisory services
- Non-profit operations and governance
- Budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis
- Organizational optimization and process improvement
- Risk management and compliance
Professional Impact
Throughout her career, Jackie has demonstrated a track record of driving measurable impact for the organizations she has served. At Make-A-Wish Central and Northern Florida, she implemented robust financial controls and streamlined operations, leading to improved efficiency and increased funding for the organization's critical mission. In her previous roles at Cru, she played a crucial role in strengthening the ministry's financial infrastructure and supporting its global expansion.
Conclusion
With her deep expertise in finance, operations, and advisory services, Jackie Dodson is poised to continue making a significant impact in her role as Chief Financial Officer at CLA. Her proven ability to navigate complex financial and organizational challenges, coupled with her commitment to excellence, makes her a valuable asset to her clients and the CLA team.
