Andrea Cole
About Andrea Cole
Andrea Cole serves as the Vice President of SAP Business Architecture at Protective Life, bringing extensive experience in finance and accounting from various roles in the insurance and education sectors. She has held significant positions at organizations such as Universal Instruments Corporation, Cornell University, and Amphenol Interconnect Products Corp.
Current Role at Protective Life
Andrea Cole currently serves as the Assistant Vice President of SAP Business Architecture at Protective Life, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she focuses on integrating SAP solutions to enhance business processes and operational efficiency. Her responsibilities include overseeing the implementation of strategic initiatives within the organization, ensuring alignment with corporate goals. Prior to this, she held various positions at Protective Life, including Director of Accounting and Director II, GL Process Lead for the Finance Modernization Program.
Previous Experience at Protective Life
Andrea Cole has extensive experience at Protective Life, where she worked in multiple roles from 2014 to 2017 before transitioning to her current position. As Director of Accounting, she managed financial reporting and compliance. In her role as Director II, GL Process Lead, she played a key role in the SAP Implementation, contributing to the modernization of financial processes. Her tenure at Protective Life has been marked by a focus on improving financial operations and implementing strategic financial systems.
Education and Expertise
Andrea Cole holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from the University of Scranton and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance from Binghamton University School of Management. Her educational background provides a solid foundation for her expertise in managerial finance and analytical skills. This knowledge has been instrumental in her roles within the insurance industry, particularly in strategic planning and financial management.
Career Background
Andrea Cole has a diverse career spanning various roles in finance and accounting. She began her career as Finance Director at Broome Community College Foundation from 2010 to 2014. She then moved to Protective Life, where she held several positions before working at Universal Instruments Corporation as FP&A Manager and Amphenol Interconnect Products Corp. as Accounting Manager. Additionally, she served as Senior Accounting Team Lead at Cornell University in 2019 and 2020, further broadening her experience in financial oversight and management.
Achievements in Financial Management
Throughout her career, Andrea Cole has demonstrated a strong capability in financial management and strategic planning. Her role as GL Lead in the SAP Implementation at Protective Life highlights her contributions to enhancing financial processes. She has consistently focused on improving operational efficiency and ensuring compliance within the organizations she has served. Her experience across various sectors, including education and insurance, underscores her versatility and depth of knowledge in the field.