Scott Ashley

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ABOUT SCOTT ASHLEY

Dedicated and strategic financial executive with a history of driving growth and modernizing finance and accounting operations. I partner with executives and investors to streamline and scale financial structures, emphasizing talent, information, and process integrity. My leadership track record spans industries including Technology, Software, Franchising, Manufacturing, and Professional Services.Specializing in building and leading teams responsible for comprehensive financial operations including Reporting, Treasury, AP, AR, Payroll, and more. I establish control environments, ensure audit, tax, and regulatory compliance, and lead initiatives such as 409A valuations, ASC 606 revenue recognition, ASC 842 lease accounting, and debt refinancing. I\'ve implemented platforms like Carta for equity, and QuickBooks, Sage Intacct, and ADP for accounting and payroll. I increasingly leverage automation tools, AI-enabled workflows, and modern SaaS stacks to increase efficiency and reduce manual processes.As an FP & A executive, I leverage data-driven insights to provide robust analysis and influence strategic outcomes. I excel in dynamic scenario modeling, revenue forecasting, and business plan implementation which are supported by real-time dashboards, KPI tracking, and actionable executive summaries. My experience also includes oversight of legal and HR functions and leading a subsidiary through international expansion.Key strengths include profitability improvement, budgeting, KPI development and implementation, cost optimization, fundraising, strategic planning, project management, organizational leadership, private equity, board communications, investor relations, and startup scaling. An articulate and influential communicator, I succeed at financial storytelling and building strong relationships, positioning myself as a trusted partner to CEOs, founders, and investors.