Blaine Fitzgerald
About Blaine Fitzgerald
Blaine Fitzgerald serves as the Chief Financial Officer at Kinaxis, bringing over 20 years of finance experience, particularly in the high-tech sector. He has held various senior finance roles, including Vice President of Finance at Shopify, and has expertise in financial planning, treasury, and compliance.
Current Role at Kinaxis
Blaine Fitzgerald serves as the Chief Financial Officer at Kinaxis, a position he has held since August 2021. In this role, he oversees the company’s finance, procurement, and corporate IT organizations. Fitzgerald's responsibilities include managing financial planning and analysis, treasury, and financial reporting. His leadership is crucial for the strategic financial direction of the company.
Previous Experience at Kinaxis
Before becoming Chief Financial Officer, Blaine Fitzgerald worked at Kinaxis as the Executive Vice President from March 2020 to August 2021. During his tenure, he contributed to the financial strategies and operational efficiencies of the organization. His experience at Kinaxis is part of a broader career in finance within the technology sector.
Career Background
Blaine Fitzgerald has over 20 years of experience in finance, primarily in the high-tech industry. He began his career with Deloitte and Ernst & Young, where he held various audit management roles. He has also worked at Spartan Bioscience as an Advisor and held multiple finance positions at Shopify, including Director of Finance and Vice President of Finance, where he played a key role in the company's public offering in 2015.
Education and Professional Designations
Blaine Fitzgerald holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Simon Fraser University, where he studied from 1994 to 1997. He is a Chartered Accountant (CA) and a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), which underscores his expertise in financial management and compliance. His educational background supports his extensive knowledge in financial planning and reporting under IFRS and US GAAP standards.
Expertise in Finance and the Software Industry
Fitzgerald possesses expertise in financial planning and analysis, treasury, procurement, internal controls, and financial reporting. He has a strong background in raising funds for public companies in the software industry and has in-depth knowledge of the sector. His experience includes balancing technical finance skills with financing and M&A experience, making him a valuable asset in the financial landscape of technology companies.