Sarah Wurl
About Sarah Wurl
Sarah Wurl serves as the Senior Director and Corporate Controller at Benson Hill, a position she has held since 2021 in St. Louis, Missouri. With extensive experience in finance across various companies, she demonstrates strong analytical and leadership skills essential for managing complex financial projects.
Work at Benson Hill
Sarah Wurl has served as the Senior Director - Corporate Controller at Benson Hill since 2021. Her role involves overseeing financial operations and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. Located in St. Louis, Missouri, she has contributed to the company's financial strategy and reporting processes for three years.
Previous Experience in Finance
Prior to her current position, Sarah Wurl held various roles at Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals. She worked as the Director of Finance Planning and Analysis from 2014 to 2016, and later as the Director of Finance Integration and Transformation from 2016 to 2018. Additionally, she served as the Director of FP&A, Shared Services Controller, and ERP Center of Excellence from 2018 to 2021. Her experience spans over a decade in finance, showcasing her expertise in financial planning and analysis.
Educational Background
Sarah Wurl studied at St. Louis Community College, where she earned an Associate of Arts (AA) degree with an emphasis in Accounting from 1984 to 1986. She furthered her education at Truman State University, achieving a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Accounting from 1986 to 1988. This educational foundation has supported her extensive career in finance.
Professional Skills and Expertise
Sarah Wurl possesses a strong background in both public and private industries, demonstrating versatility in various financial roles. She is resourceful in leading complex projects and is effective at multi-tasking. Her strong analytical, project management, and problem-solving skills are essential for managing profitability and accountability in her roles.
Career Progression
Throughout her career, Sarah Wurl has held several significant positions in finance. She began as an Accounting Intern at MasterCard Advisors and progressed to roles such as Staff Accountant at Ernst & Young and Senior Manager at BDO Seidman, LLP. Her experience also includes a six-year tenure at Forest Laboratories, now Allergan, where she held multiple director-level positions in planning and analysis.