Cris Andersen, Cpa
About Cris Andersen, Cpa
Cris Andersen is a Controller and Director of Finance with extensive experience in accounting and financial management. He has held various positions in notable companies, including Obalon Therapeutics and ViaSat Inc., and currently works at Cardea Bio.
Work at Cardea Bio
Cris Andersen serves as the Controller and Director of Finance at Cardea Bio, a role he has held since 2021. In this position, he oversees financial operations and reporting, ensuring compliance with accounting standards. His responsibilities include managing equity and HR processes through platforms like Carta and TriNet. He has also implemented systems to enhance financial visibility and expedite accounts payable processing.
Previous Experience in Finance
Prior to his current role, Cris Andersen held several significant positions in finance. He worked as the Director of Accounting at Obalon Therapeutics from 2017 to 2020, and as a Senior Financial Analyst at ViaSat Inc. from 2013 to 2016. He also served as the Accounting & Financial Reporting Manager at Brain Corp for eight months in 2020. His experience spans various financial functions, including accounting, analysis, and reporting.
Education and Expertise
Cris Andersen holds a Master of Science in Accountancy from San Diego State University, which he completed in 2007. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Finance from Florida Atlantic University in 2005. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in financial management and accounting practices.
Achievements in Financial Management
Throughout his career, Cris Andersen has implemented various initiatives to improve financial processes. He standardized sales tax tracking and filing across 20 states by implementing AvaTax. At Vuori, he led the transition to Microsoft Dynamics 365, enhancing compliance with accounting standards. He also created data-driven dashboards and cash flow projections to improve metric visibility for the executive team.
Cost Reduction Initiatives
Cris Andersen has successfully led cost reduction initiatives in his previous roles. He reduced biweekly payroll costs from $15,000 to $5,500 and decreased yearly accounting expenses by $150,000 by revising a workplan with an outside accounting firm. These efforts demonstrate his ability to enhance financial efficiency and manage resources effectively.