Sharron Xiao, Cpa, Ca
About Sharron Xiao, Cpa, Ca
Sharron Xiao is the Head of Finance for EcoOnline North America, with a strong background in SaaS finance and extensive experience in the Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) sectors. She previously served as CFO for Alcumus North America and has held various finance roles at Top Hat and PwC.
Current Role at EcoOnline
Sharron Xiao serves as the Head of Finance for EcoOnline North America, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she oversees financial operations and strategies within the North American division of EcoOnline. Her expertise in SaaS finance, particularly in Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) software solutions, supports the company's mission to provide effective software solutions in these critical areas.
Previous Experience at Alcumus
Prior to her current role, Sharron held the position of Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for Alcumus North America from 2020 to 2023. During her tenure, she played a significant role in the transition of Alcumus Software division to EcoOnline. Her leadership contributed to the financial management and strategic direction of the company, enhancing its operational efficiency in the SaaS sector.
Finance Career at Top Hat
Sharron Xiao has extensive experience in finance roles at Top Hat, where she worked from 2014 to 2020. She began as a Finance Manager from 2014 to 2016, then progressed to Director of Finance from 2017 to 2020, and later served as Senior Manager, Finance for 11 months in 2016 to 2017. Her roles involved managing financial operations and supporting the company's growth within the educational technology sector.
Educational Background
Sharron studied at the University of Toronto, where she earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA). She furthered her education at CPA Ontario, achieving the Chartered Accountant (CA) designation and later completing the In-Depth Tax - Year 1 program through Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada (CPA Canada). This educational foundation supports her expertise in finance and accounting.
Early Career at PwC and University of Toronto
Sharron began her career at PwC as a Senior Associate from 2009 to 2014, where she gained valuable experience in auditing and financial consulting. Additionally, she worked at the University of Toronto as a Teaching Assistant from 2009 to 2011 and as a Co-op Program Assistant in 2008. These roles contributed to her development in finance and education.