Ron Groat, Cpa
About Ron Groat, Cpa
Ron Groat is a Vice President and Accounting and Financial Controls Manager at Piper Sandler, where he has worked since 2016. He has a background in financial controls and consulting, having previously held positions at Piper Jaffray, Grant Thornton LLP, and Eschelon Telecom.
Current Role at Piper Sandler
Ron Groat serves as the Vice President, Accounting and Financial Controls Manager at Piper Sandler. He has held this position since 2016, contributing to the firm's financial oversight and control processes. His role involves managing accounting functions and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. Groat's extensive experience in financial controls enhances the firm's operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at Piper Jaffray
Prior to his current role, Ron Groat worked at Piper Jaffray as the Assistant Vice President, Financial Controls Supervisor from 2010 to 2016. During his six years in this position, he was responsible for overseeing financial control processes and ensuring the integrity of financial reporting. His tenure at Piper Jaffray provided him with valuable insights into the financial services industry.
Education and Expertise
Ron Groat earned his MBA from the University of St. Thomas - Opus College of Business, where he studied from 2004 to 2006. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Texas Christian University. His educational background in business and finance has equipped him with the knowledge and skills necessary for his roles in accounting and financial management.
Career Background
Ron Groat has a diverse career background in accounting and financial controls. Before joining Piper Jaffray, he worked as a Senior Consultant at Grant Thornton LLP from 2005 to 2010. He also gained experience as a Billing Analyst at Eschelon Telecom from 2001 to 2004 and completed an accounting internship at Berkley Risk Administrators in 2005. This varied experience has contributed to his expertise in financial management.