Ericka Gilger
About Ericka Gilger
Ericka Gilger serves as the Director of Finance for EMEA and APAC at Liferay, where she has worked since 2019. She has a strong background in accounting management, having held various positions in notable organizations such as BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc. and LogMeIn.
Work at Liferay
Ericka Gilger serves as the Director of Finance for the EMEA and APAC regions at Liferay. She has held this position since 2019, working from Dublin City, County Dublin, Ireland. In her role, she manages financial operations across both regions, demonstrating her expertise in overseeing complex financial environments. Her responsibilities include strategic financial planning and analysis, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and leading financial reporting initiatives.
Previous Experience in Finance
Prior to her current role at Liferay, Ericka Gilger worked at BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc. as an Accounting Manager for the EUMEA region for seven months in 2018. She also held the position of Accounting Supervisor at LogMeIn from 2014 to 2018, where she supervised accounting teams. Additionally, she worked as a Financial Accountant at the National Transport Authority from 2012 to 2013, showcasing her adaptability in various financial environments.
Education and Expertise
Ericka Gilger has a strong educational background in finance and accounting. She studied at University College Dublin, earning a BA Hons in Economics & Sociology from 2001 to 2005. She furthered her education at the University of Galway, obtaining a Higher Diploma in Business Studies in 2006. Additionally, she studied at Chartered Accountants Ireland from 2006 to 2010, gaining extensive post-qualification experience as a Chartered Accountant, which has been crucial in her current role.
Background in Accounting Management
Ericka Gilger has a solid foundation in accounting management, beginning her career as a Trainee Accountant at Hughes Blake Chartered Accountants from 2006 to 2008. Her experience includes supervising accounting teams at LogMeIn and managing financial operations at BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc. This background has equipped her with the skills necessary to navigate the complexities of financial management across different sectors.