Elena Bespalova
About Elena Bespalova
Elena Bespalova serves as the VP, Global Controller at Acumatica, a position she has held since 2023. With over 20 years of experience in finance and administration roles, she has previously worked at companies such as Microsoft, Unify Square, and Appian Graphics.
Work at Acumatica
Elena Bespalova currently serves as the Vice President and Global Controller at Acumatica, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she oversees financial operations and ensures compliance with accounting standards. Prior to her current role, she worked as the Controller for International Operations at Acumatica from 2022 to 2023. Her extensive experience in finance and administration adds significant value to the organization.
Previous Experience in Finance
Before joining Acumatica, Elena held several key positions in finance. She was the Director of Global Finance and Corporate Controller at Unify Square from 2013 to 2022. Prior to that, she served as the Chief Financial Officer at Appian Graphics from 2001 to 2006. Her career also includes roles at the International Association for the Study of Pain as Director of Finance and Administration, and various positions at Microsoft, including Business Manager and Senior Finance Manager.
Education and Expertise
Elena Bespalova holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics from State Geological Prospecting University. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Accounting and Finance from Texas A&M University, where she studied from 1994 to 1996. She is also a Certified Public Accountant, which underscores her expertise in financial management and compliance.
Career Background
Elena has over 20 years of experience in various roles related to finance and administration, particularly within the technology sector. Her career began at OI Analytical as Corporate Controller and Assistant Controller from 1996 to 2001. She has worked in diverse environments, including nonprofit organizations and large corporations, which has equipped her with a broad understanding of financial operations.
Professional Roles at Microsoft
During her tenure at Microsoft, Elena held multiple roles that contributed to her professional development. She worked as a Senior Finance Manager from 2006 to 2008 and later as a Business Manager for the Corporate Vice President of Operations from 2008 to 2011. These positions allowed her to gain valuable insights into corporate finance and operational management within a leading technology company.