Edward English
About Edward English
Edward English serves as the Vice President and Corporate Controller at Jnana Therapeutics in Boston, Massachusetts, a position he has held since 2023. He has extensive experience in finance and accounting, having previously worked in various leadership roles at companies such as Xilio Therapeutics and TESARO, Inc.
Work at Jnana Therapeutics
Edward English serves as the Vice President and Corporate Controller at Jnana Therapeutics, a position he has held since 2023. His role is based in Boston, Massachusetts, and he works on-site. In this capacity, he oversees financial operations and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements.
Previous Experience in Finance
Before joining Jnana Therapeutics, Edward English worked at Xilio Therapeutics, Inc. as Vice President of Finance from 2019 to 2023. He also held various positions at TESARO, Inc., including Vice President of Finance & Administration and Vice President, Controller & CAO, from 2012 to 2017. His career began at KPMG Audit, where he served as an Assurance Manager from 1990 to 1997.
Educational Background
Edward English studied Finance at Georgetown University, earning a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) from 1986 to 1989. He furthered his education at Northeastern University Graduate School of Professional Accounting, where he obtained a Master of Business Administration and Master of Science in Accounting (MBA/MSA) from 1989 to 1991. He completed his secondary education at Portsmouth Abbey High School.
Expertise in Financial Reporting and Compliance
Edward English has specialized knowledge in SFAS 157 (ASC 820) related to fixed income and investment pricing, valuation, and reporting. He has a strong background in equity compensation and SFAS 123r (ASC 718). His expertise extends to Section 404 (a) (b)/Sarbanes-Oxley compliance and SEC reporting, making him proficient in navigating complex financial regulations.
Proficiency in Financial Software
Edward English is experienced in using various financial software tools, including Great Plains, Sage Software, Schwab Equiview, Equityedge, Valuetrak, eRequester, and Egnyte. His familiarity with these systems enhances his ability to manage financial operations effectively.