Christine Chang, Cpa
About Christine Chang, Cpa
Christine Chang is the Sr Director of Technical Accounting & Reporting at Coupa Software, with extensive experience in US GAAP, IFRS, and SOX compliance.
Current Position at Coupa Software
As of 2023, Christine Chang holds the position of Senior Director of Technical Accounting & Reporting at Coupa Software. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the company's technical accounting processes and ensuring accurate financial reporting. Her work is performed remotely, highlighting her ability to manage complex accounting functions from a distance.
Previous Experience at Coupa Software
Earlier in her tenure at Coupa Software, Christine Chang served as the Director of Technical Accounting & SEC Reporting from 2021 to 2023. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, she was instrumental in managing SEC reporting requirements and technical accounting. Her role involved ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and providing critical financial information to stakeholders.
Work at PwC
Christine Chang has an extensive history with PwC, where she held multiple roles. From 2019 to 2021, she worked as a Senior Manager in Deals - Capital Markets & Accounting Advisory Services, based in the San Francisco Bay Area. Prior to that, she completed an international secondment in Shanghai, China, from 2016 to 2018, advising China-based companies on their US IPO processes. During the same period, she served as Manager of Capital Markets Accounting Advisory Services for PwC Hong Kong and Mainland China. Her earlier years at PwC included a role as Manager of Assurance Services from 2010 to 2016 in San Jose, California.
Education
Christine Chang's academic background includes a Bachelor of Arts in Political Economy of Industrial Societies from the University of California, Berkeley, and a Master of Science in Accountancy from San Jose State University. Her educational foundation provides her with a robust understanding of both economic principles and specialized accounting practices.
Professional Expertise
Christine Chang brings a wealth of professional expertise to her current role, particularly in advising technology clients on US GAAP changes, including revenue recognition and leases. She has also assisted newly public companies with their first year of SOX 404 implementation. Her experience spans integrated audits, financial statement audits, business combinations, valuations, share-based compensation, and financial instruments. She possesses deep knowledge in US GAAP, IFRS, and SOX compliance, making her a valuable asset in the field of technical accounting.