Shannah Smith
About Shannah Smith
Shannah Smith is an M&A Integration Manager at Coupa Software, with extensive experience in finance and integration roles at companies like PayPal and Penske Truck Leasing.
Company: Coupa Software
Shannah Smith currently holds the position of M&A Integration Manager (Corporate Development) at Coupa Software. She has been a part of the company based in San Mateo, CA, since 2019. At Coupa Software, Shannah focuses on evolving integration methodologies, playbooks, and web content specifically for the integration function. Her role involves driving process improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of integration efforts, ensuring that the company's strategic acquisitions are smoothly integrated into the existing business framework.
Previous Roles at PayPal
Before joining Coupa Software, Shannah Smith worked at PayPal in San Jose, CA, holding significant roles in the M&A Finance Integration and Process Improvement team. From 2017 to 2019, she served as Project Manager for M&A Finance Integration and Process Improvement. Prior to this, she was Senior Accountant-Paypal Integration from 2014 to 2017. During her tenure at PayPal, she substantially contributed to the finance integration of mergers and acquisitions, playing a crucial role in streamlining processes and ensuring financial cohesion post-integration.
Title: M&A Integration Manager in Corporate Development
Shannah Smith serves as the M&A Integration Manager in Corporate Development at Coupa Software. Her responsibilities include driving integration methodologies and leading process improvement initiatives to ensure seamless post-merger integrations. She partners with business owners, founders, and acquired teams across all business functions to lead M&A integration tracks. Her strong focus is on adding value to the overall growth and profitability of the organization through effective integration efforts.
Education and Expertise
Shannah Smith holds a BA from Washington and Jefferson College. Her education, combined with years of practical experience, has equipped her with exceptional skills in Excel and SAP crucial for managing complex integration projects. Her educational background laid the foundation for a career marked by substantial roles in finance and administration, especially in the domain of M&A integration.
Career Background in Finance and Administration
Shannah Smith's career spans several influential roles in finance and administration across various reputable companies. From 2004 to 2010, she was the District Administrative Manager (Finance and Accounting) at Penske Truck Leasing in South San Francisco, CA. She also served as the District Finance and Administration Manager at Univar, Senior Accountant at PPI, and Accounts Receivable Manager at GSC Logistics. Shannah began her career with roles such as Collections Supervisor at JCPENNEY Credit and Operations Project Manager-Credit at Wells Fargo Card Services, demonstrating a consistent track record in administrative management and finance.