John S. R.
About John S. R.
John S. R. is a Corporate Controller currently working at Denodo and serving as an Investor and Advisor at multiple companies, including Stellar and Pareto. He has a strong background in accounting and finance, with extensive experience in IPO processes and building finance functions.
Current Role at Denodo
John S. R. serves as the Corporate Controller at Denodo, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the company's financial reporting and accounting functions. His expertise contributes to Denodo's commitment to delivering high-quality data virtualization solutions.
Professional Experience
John S. R. has a diverse professional background in finance and accounting. He has held various roles, including Controller at Pave from 2021 to 2023, and Head of Accounting at Newfront Insurance from 2019 to 2021. His experience also includes significant positions at EY, where he worked in Assurance and Financial Accounting Advisory Services. Additionally, he co-founded The Valiant Consulting Group in 2017, where he serves as Managing Partner.
Education and Credentials
John S. R. holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of California, Berkeley, and a Master of Science in Accountancy from the University of Notre Dame. He has also completed the CORe Credential of Readiness program at Harvard Business School Online. He is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and a Level 2 candidate for the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation.
Technical Skills and Expertise
John S. R. possesses extensive technical accounting skills, particularly in US GAAP and IFRS standards. He has specific expertise in ASC 606 and ASC 842. His experience includes building finance functions from the ground up, encompassing financial planning and analysis (FP&A), financial modeling, forecasting, budgeting, and investment management. He has also participated in IPO processes, including drafting S-1 and S-11 forms.
Advisory Roles and Investments
In addition to his corporate roles, John S. R. is actively involved in advisory capacities. He has served as an Investor and Advisor at Stellar since 2023 and at Pareto since 2022. He has also been involved with PAKT since 2021 and previously worked with Mogara and Elite Instructors, Inc. as an Investor and Advisor. His advisory roles reflect his commitment to supporting emerging companies.