Karla Mc Dowell
About Karla Mc Dowell
Karla McDowell serves as the Director of Revenue Accounting at Vital Images, a position she has held since 2012. She has a background in accounting and finance, having earned her Bachelor of Science from Minnesota State University, Mankato, and previously worked as Senior Revenue Manager at the same company from 2006 to 2012.
Current Role at Vital Images
Karla Mc Dowell serves as the Director of Revenue Accounting at Vital Images, a position she has held since 2012. In this role, she oversees the revenue accounting processes and ensures compliance with financial regulations. Her tenure at Vital Images spans over 12 years, during which she has contributed to the financial management and strategic planning of the organization. The Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area serves as her professional base, where she applies her extensive knowledge in accounting to drive financial performance.
Previous Experience in Revenue Management
Before her current role, Karla Mc Dowell worked at Vital Images as a Senior Revenue Manager from 2006 to 2012. In this capacity, she was responsible for managing revenue recognition and reporting. Her experience in this position laid the groundwork for her advancement to Director of Revenue Accounting. This six-year period allowed her to develop a deep understanding of the company's financial operations and revenue strategies.
Educational Background in Accounting and Finance
Karla Mc Dowell completed her Bachelor of Science (BS) in Accounting and Finance at Minnesota State University, Mankato, from 1989 to 1991. This two-year program provided her with foundational knowledge in financial principles and practices. Additionally, she earned an Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS) in Accounting and Finance from Iowa Lakes Community College, studying from 1985 to 1987. These educational qualifications have equipped her with the skills necessary for her roles in revenue accounting.