Andy Peoples
About Andy Peoples
Andy Peoples serves as the Chief Financial Officer at PeopleGrove, bringing extensive experience in finance and operations from previous roles at companies like Bulldog Solutions and FLASH. He holds a Master's degree in Accounting and Finance from Trinity University and emphasizes process improvement and analytical skills in his work.
Current Role at PeopleGrove
Andy Peoples serves as the Chief Financial Officer at PeopleGrove, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on financial strategy and management, leveraging his extensive background in finance to drive organizational success. His responsibilities include overseeing financial operations and ensuring that the company's financial practices align with its strategic objectives.
Previous Experience at Bulldog Solutions
Prior to his current role, Andy Peoples worked at Bulldog Solutions from 2005 to 2016. He held multiple positions, including Director of Finance, VP of Finance, and CFO. His tenure at Bulldog Solutions spanned over four years as CFO and involved significant contributions to financial management and operational efficiency.
Education and Expertise
Andy Peoples studied Accounting and Finance at Trinity University, where he earned a Master of Science degree from 1997 to 2001. He also attended the Acton School of Business. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his analytical and communication skills, which he applies in his financial roles.
Professional Background
Andy Peoples has a diverse professional background in finance, with experience in various roles across multiple organizations. He worked at Cosential as Controller from 2019 to 2021, at National Instruments in finance from 2003 to 2004, and at PriceWaterhouseCoopers as an Audit Associate from 2001 to 2002. His experience includes board-level interactions with venture capitalists and investors.
Systems Implementation and Process Improvement
Throughout his career, Andy Peoples has emphasized process and system improvement to enhance financial reporting and operational systems. He has implemented various systems such as SaasOptics, Workfront, Jobvite, Justworks, and Coupa, which have improved performance benchmarking across accounting, finance, operations, and HR functions.