Ron Fleming
About Ron Fleming
Ron Fleming is a Senior Director and Controller at Abeona Therapeutics, where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive experience in financial reporting, internal audit, and corporate compliance, having held various roles at companies such as Dialight, Invensys, and Amec Foster Wheeler.
Work at Abeona Therapeutics
Ron Fleming has served as the Senior Director, Controller at Abeona Therapeutics since 2019. In this role, he oversees financial operations and reporting, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. His responsibilities include managing financial strategies and providing insights to support the company’s objectives. Abeona Therapeutics focuses on developing gene and cell therapies for serious diseases, and Fleming's expertise contributes to the financial integrity of the organization.
Previous Experience in Financial Reporting and Analysis
Prior to his current position, Ron Fleming worked at Dialight as the Manager of Financial Reporting and Analysis from 1990 to 1995. During his five years in Roxboro, NC, he was responsible for preparing financial reports and analyzing financial data to support decision-making processes. This foundational experience in financial management laid the groundwork for his future roles in the industry.
Experience in Internal Audit and Compliance
Ron Fleming held various positions in internal audit and compliance throughout his career. He served as the Deputy Manager of Internal Audit for Invensys from 2001 to 2004, covering the Americas and Asia/Australasia. Additionally, he worked as the Director of Corporate Compliance at Amec Foster Wheeler from 2005 to 2018. These roles involved assessing risk management practices and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements across multiple regions.
Educational Background in Finance and Accounting
Ron Fleming studied at Penn State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mineral Economics and Finance. He also attended Purdue University Krannert School of Management, achieving a Master of Science in Management with a focus on Accounting. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his roles in finance and compliance.
Consulting Experience in Sarbanes-Oxley Compliance
From 2004 to 2005, Ron Fleming worked as a Sarbanes-Oxley Consultant and Project Manager at GR Consulting in Jenkintown, PA. In this role, he assisted organizations in navigating compliance with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, which mandates strict reforms to enhance financial disclosures and prevent accounting fraud. This experience further solidified his expertise in regulatory compliance.