Matt Parson
About Matt Parson
Matt Parson serves as the Chief Financial Officer at ExtraHop, a position he has held since 2022. He has extensive experience in finance and management, having previously worked at notable companies such as Red Hat, Paymentus, and CloudBees.
Current Role at ExtraHop
Matt Parson serves as the Chief Financial Officer at ExtraHop, a position he has held since 2022. He is based in Raleigh, North Carolina, United States. In this role, he oversees the financial operations of the company, ensuring effective financial management and strategic planning.
Previous Experience at Red Hat
Prior to his current role, Matt Parson had an extensive career at Red Hat. He held several positions including Treasurer from 2016 to 2017, Director of Internal Audit from 2005 to 2007, Director of EMEA Finance from 2007 to 2009, and Senior Director of Corporate Finance & Treasury from 2013 to 2016. His tenure at Red Hat spanned over a decade, contributing to various financial operations and strategies.
Career Background in Finance
Matt Parson has a diverse background in finance, having worked at several prominent companies. He served as Chief Financial Officer at Paymentus from 2020 to 2022 and held the position of CFO and SVP of Operations at CloudBees from 2018 to 2020. His earlier experience includes roles at Ernst & Young LLP and KPMG, where he developed his expertise in business risk services and audit.
Education and Qualifications
Matt Parson studied at North Carolina State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from 1992 to 1997. He later obtained a Master's degree in Accounting from NC State Poole College of Management, completing his studies from 1997 to 1998. His educational background laid the foundation for his career in finance.