Alex Cowden, Cpa
About Alex Cowden, Cpa
Alex Cowden is a Certified Public Accountant and currently serves as the Vice President and Controller at Preferred Apartment Communities, Inc., where he manages external audit and tax firms. He holds a Master's in Accountancy and has extensive experience in financial forecasting and SEC reporting.
Work at Preferred Apartment Communities
Alex Cowden currently serves as the Vice President and Controller at Preferred Apartment Communities, Inc. (NYSE: APTS), a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he manages external audit and tax firms, oversees the preparation of data for SEC financial reporting, and is responsible for forecasting cash sources and uses for the Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT). Prior to his current role, he worked as Corporate Controller from 2015 to 2018 and as Assistant Controller from 2013 to 2015, contributing to the financial management and reporting of the organization.
Education and Expertise
Alex Cowden holds a Master's degree in Accountancy from Georgia College and State University, which he completed from 2009 to 2011. He also earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from Georgia Southern University, studying there from 2005 to 2008. His educational background has equipped him with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in his accounting and financial roles. He is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), further enhancing his professional qualifications.
Background in Public Accounting
Before joining Preferred Apartment Communities, Alex Cowden gained significant experience at PricewaterhouseCoopers, LLP (PwC). He worked there from 2011 to 2013, initially as an Experienced Associate and later as a Senior Associate. During his tenure at PwC, he managed engagements across various industries, including temporary staffing, oil pipeline management, radioactive waste disposal, and carbon black manufacturing. He also handled assurance services for companies with revenues ranging from approximately $50 million to nearly $2 billion.
Professional Experience Prior to Current Role
Before his extensive career at Preferred Apartment Communities, Alex Cowden gained experience in governmental audits with a local firm in Macon, GA. His career path includes progressive roles at Preferred Apartment Communities, where he transitioned from Assistant Controller to Corporate Controller before becoming VP and Controller. His diverse experience in both public accounting and corporate finance has contributed to his expertise in financial management.