Sara Sharp
About Sara Sharp
Sara Sharp serves as the Senior Director of Finance at N-able, bringing over a decade of experience in financial management and strategic reviews. She has held various finance roles in notable companies, including SolarWinds MSP and FourM Chartered Accountants, and has a degree in Accountancy from Abertay University.
Work at N-able
Sara Sharp has served as the Senior Director of Finance at N-able since 2013. With over 11 years of experience in this role, she operates out of Dundee, Scotland. In her position, she is responsible for overseeing financial strategies and operations, contributing to the overall financial health of the organization. Her expertise includes conducting strategic and critical company reviews, which play a vital role in guiding the company's financial decision-making processes.
Previous Experience at SolarWinds MSP
Prior to her current role at N-able, Sara Sharp worked at SolarWinds MSP as a Financial Controller from 2013 to 2014. During this one-year tenure in Dundee, she managed financial reporting and analysis, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data. Following this position, she transitioned to a Director of Finance role at SolarWinds, where she has continued to develop her financial leadership skills.
Education and Expertise
Sara Sharp earned a BA (Hons) in Accountancy from Abertay University, where she studied from 1993 to 1997. This educational background laid the foundation for her career in finance. She has developed expertise in strategic company reviews, critical company reviews, and financial operations, which includes conducting due diligence and assisting with company sale and purchase processes.
Background in Financial Management
Before her roles at N-able and SolarWinds MSP, Sara Sharp worked as a Financial Management Consultant at FourM Chartered Accountants from 2008 to 2013. In this capacity, she provided financial advisory services, helping clients optimize their financial strategies. Additionally, she served as a Management Accountant at Macdonald Hotels from 2001 to 2005, where she managed financial reporting and budgeting processes.
Involvement in Financial Operations
Sara Sharp has been actively involved in various financial operations throughout her career. She assists with company refinancing and reorganizations, ensuring that financial structures align with business objectives. Her role includes conducting thorough due diligence for financial operations, which is essential for informed decision-making in corporate finance.