Ross Richardson
About Ross Richardson
Ross Richardson serves as the Director of Finance at Gordian, where he has worked since 2021. He has a background in finance and operations, with previous roles at Gordian, Cass Information Systems, and VW International, Inc., and holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of South Carolina.
Current Role as Director of Finance
Ross Richardson currently serves as the Director of Finance at Gordian, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he balances responsibilities across finance, operations, and product management. He utilizes tools such as Salesforce and Netsuite to address complex challenges that extend beyond traditional finance functions. Ross partners with Marketing and Product teams to develop go-to-market strategies and make informed pricing recommendations for all product lines. He conducts bi-weekly forecast calls and operations reviews, presenting recurring revenue updates to the executive team.
Previous Experience at Gordian
Prior to his current role, Ross Richardson worked at Gordian in various capacities. He served as a Financial Analyst from 2016 to 2019, where he contributed to the development and implementation of compensation plans for the Estimating and Planning business lines. Following this, he held the position of Finance Manager from 2019 to 2021. His experience at Gordian has been instrumental in shaping the company's long-term compensation strategy.
Education and Academic Background
Ross Richardson studied at the University of South Carolina, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Business Administration. His academic focus included Corporate Finance, Accounting, Human Resource Management, and Entrepreneurship. He also attended the Darla Moore School of Business, further enhancing his knowledge in these areas, which supports his current financial leadership roles.
Early Career and Internships
Before his tenure at Gordian, Ross Richardson gained valuable experience through various roles. He worked as a Job Order Contracting Financial Intern at VW International, Inc. for one month in 2013. He also held positions as an Auditor at Cass Information Systems from 2014 to 2016 and as a Staff Accountant at Musical Innovations for one month in 2014. These roles provided him with foundational skills in finance and accounting.
Collaboration and Strategic Analysis
In his current role, Ross Richardson actively collaborates with Sales and Sales Operations teams to analyze and predict revenue opportunities. He engages in pipeline and RFx reviews to assess potential revenue streams. His ability to partner with various departments enhances the strategic decision-making process within the organization.