Christopher La Roche
About Christopher La Roche
Christopher La Roche serves as the Director of Global Payroll & Stock Administration at Poly, bringing extensive experience from previous roles at Autodesk and Sybase. He has a strong focus on driving process improvements and creating high-performance teams within the finance sector.
Current Role at Poly
Christopher La Roche serves as the Director of Global Payroll & Stock Administration at Poly, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing payroll operations and stock administration on a global scale. His focus is on driving efficiency and effectiveness within the payroll processes, ensuring compliance with regulations, and fostering a high-performance culture within the finance team.
Previous Experience at Autodesk
Christopher La Roche has extensive experience at Autodesk, where he held multiple roles over several years. He worked as a Financial Analyst from 2005 to 2007, then transitioned to various management positions, including Sr. Manager of Global Payroll from 2013 to 2016 and Director of Global Payroll from 2018 to 2019. His roles involved managing payroll processes and implementing improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
Background in Finance and Analysis
Christopher La Roche began his career in finance and analysis with positions at Sybase Inc, where he worked as a Business Systems Analyst and Sales Compensation Analyst between 2000 and 2004. His early roles laid the foundation for his expertise in financial operations and analysis, which he has continued to develop throughout his career.
Education and Academic Background
Christopher La Roche studied at the University of Wollongong, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Psychology and Sociology. This educational background contributes to his understanding of team dynamics and organizational behavior, which he applies in his leadership roles within finance.
Commitment to Process Improvement
Christopher La Roche is focused on driving large-scale change and process improvements within the finance sector. He actively seeks growth and challenges, demonstrating a commitment to creating high-performance global teams. His hands-on approach to problem-solving is recognized as a key aspect of his leadership style.