Michio McGrath

About Michio McGrath

I have over 15 years of experience across public and private accounting, primarily supporting PE- and VC-backed SaaS and technology companies across fintech, adtech, cybersecurity, GRC, telecommunications, and eCommerce/logistics. I’m passionate about building scalable, efficient accounting operations and improving month-end close through the effective use of technology, automation, and emerging AI-enabled tools.

Experience

1. Portfolio Controller

   CrossCountry Consulting

   Jun 2023 — Present · New York, NY, US

   Serving as interim Controller/CFO for private equity and venture capital-backed portfolio companies, providing financial leadership and strategic guidance during transitional or growth periods

Education

• Kansai Gaidai University

  Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.), Japanese

  2007 — 2007

• Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand

  Graduate Diploma of Chartered Accounting (CA)

  2010 — 2012

• The University of Western Australia

  Bachelor of Commerce, Accounting

  2004 — 2008

• The University of Western Australia

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Japanese

  2004 — 2008

Skills

• Variance Analysis
• Accounts Payable
• Financial Audits
• International Financial Reporting Standards (Ifrs)
• Internal Controls
• Analysis
• Microsoft Powerpoint
• Management
• Internal Audit
• Microsoft Office
• Financial Accounting
• Microsoft Excel
• Financial Analysis
• Accounting
• Accounts Receivable
• Ifrs
• Qualified Chartered Accountant
• Sarbanes-Oxley Act
• Financial Statements
• Auditing
• External Audit
• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (Gaap)
• Financial Reporting
• Account Reconciliation