Kristin Pfandler
About Kristin Pfandler
Kristin Pfandler serves as the Director of Finance at Meriplex in Portland, Oregon, where she has worked since 2022. She has held various financial leadership roles, including CFO positions at LightPoint NW and JAST Companies, and has a strong background in operational excellence and cost savings.
Current Role at Meriplex
Kristin Pfandler serves as the Director of Finance at Meriplex, a position she has held since 2022. Based in Portland, Oregon, she is responsible for overseeing financial operations and strategic financial planning within the organization. Her role involves developing financial strategies that align with the company's goals and ensuring operational efficiency.
Previous Experience in Finance
Before joining Meriplex, Kristin held several key financial positions. She worked as the Chief Financial Officer at LightPoint NW from 2021 to 2022 and previously served as CFO at JAST Companies and JAST Media from 2018 to 2020. Her experience also includes roles as Accounting Manager at Dealership Performance 360 CRM and Dealer Spike LLC, where she contributed to financial management and reporting.
Education and Expertise
Kristin Pfandler earned her Bachelor of Arts in Accounting from Western Washington University, where she studied from 2000 to 2005. Her expertise includes developing operational excellence models that leverage technology for efficiency and revenue growth. She has a proven track record in systems implementations and process improvements, enhancing cost savings within operations through strategic financial leadership.
Career Background
Kristin's career spans various roles in finance and accounting across multiple organizations. She began her career at KinderCare, where she progressed from Bank Reconciliation Specialist to Senior Bank Reconciliation Specialist. She has also worked as a Senior Accountant at Pacific Star Communications and Fournier Group, and as Controller at LightPoint NW, showcasing her diverse experience in the finance sector.
Professional Development
Throughout her career, Kristin has focused on enhancing operational efficiency and financial performance. She has implemented various financial systems and processes that support organizational growth. Her leadership roles have equipped her with the skills necessary to drive strategic initiatives and improve financial operations across the companies she has worked for.