Wayne Jackson
About Wayne Jackson
Wayne Jackson serves as the Interim Co Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial & Administrative Officer at FreshBooks. He has over 25 years of experience in accounting and finance, having held senior positions at Cantaloupe Inc, SecureWorks, and PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP.
Current Role at FreshBooks
Wayne Jackson serves as the Interim Co-Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial & Administrative Officer at FreshBooks. He has held this position since 2023, working remotely from Toronto, Ontario, Canada. His responsibilities include overseeing the financial operations and strategic direction of the company. Prior to this role, he was the Chief Financial Officer at FreshBooks from 2022 to 2023, where he contributed to financial management and operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at Cantaloupe Inc
Wayne Jackson worked as the Chief Financial Officer at Cantaloupe Inc from 2020 to 2022. During his tenure in Atlanta, Georgia, he focused on financial strategy and compliance, leveraging his expertise in Sarbanes-Oxley and SEC enforcement actions. His experience in this role contributed to the company's financial health and regulatory adherence.
Career at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Wayne Jackson spent 12 years at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as a Senior Client Service Partner from 2003 to 2015, with prior experience as a Partner from 1979 to 2000. His roles in Los Angeles and New York involved managing significant client accounts and providing advisory services in accounting and auditing. He gained extensive experience in compliance, M&A, and tax outsourcing, working with some of PwC's largest clients.
Experience at SecureWorks
From 2015 to 2020, Wayne Jackson served as Senior Vice President and CFO at SecureWorks in the Greater Atlanta Area. In this role, he was responsible for the financial operations of the company, focusing on strategic financial planning and reporting. His leadership contributed to the company's growth and operational success during his five-year tenure.
Educational Background
Wayne Jackson earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Accounting from The University of Alabama, where he studied from 1975 to 1979. His educational background laid the foundation for his extensive career in finance and accounting, equipping him with the skills necessary for his various leadership roles in the industry.