Erika Nies
About Erika Nies
Erika Nies serves as the Director of Finance at Abeona Therapeutics, a position she has held since 2022. She has extensive experience in finance within the pharmaceutical and hospitality industries, having previously worked in various accounting roles at Pernix Therapeutics and Currax Pharmaceuticals.
Work at Abeona Therapeutics
Erika Nies serves as the Director of Finance at Abeona Therapeutics, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the financial operations of the company, which focuses on developing gene therapies for serious diseases. Prior to her current position, she worked as an Independent Contractor at Abeona Therapeutics for one month in 2022.
Education and Expertise
Erika Nies studied at Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus, where she earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on International Business in 2007. She also obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Finance from the same institution, completing her studies from 2005 to 2007. Her educational background provides her with a solid foundation in financial management and business operations.
Background in Finance
Erika Nies has extensive experience in finance, particularly within the pharmaceutical and hospitality industries. She has held various positions, including Accounting Manager and Senior Accountant at Pernix Therapeutics and Currax Pharmaceuticals LLC. Her roles have included responsibilities such as cash forecast modeling and software solution implementation, showcasing her technical expertise in financial systems.
Professional Experience
Throughout her career, Erika Nies has worked in multiple finance roles across several companies. She was employed at Pernix Therapeutics from 2016 to 2019, where she progressed from Senior Accountant to Accounting Supervisor and then to Accounting Manager. At Currax Pharmaceuticals LLC, she served as Associate Director of Treasury and Accounting Manager, contributing to financial strategy and management.
Skills and Specializations
Erika Nies specializes in cash forecast modeling and the implementation and administration of financial software solutions. Her skill set is complemented by her experience in both the pharmaceutical and hospitality sectors, allowing her to adapt financial strategies to various business environments.