Jay Thompson
About Jay Thompson
Jay Thompson is the Managing Director at Protiviti with over 30 years of consulting experience across various sectors, including energy and financial services.
Company
Jay Thompson currently holds the position of Managing Director at Protiviti, a global consulting firm. Since joining the company in its early days, Jay has played a pivotal role in shaping its direction and success. One of his notable initiatives is the establishment of Protiviti's Innovation Program, which focuses on developing new solutions and methodologies. Jay’s strategic vision has contributed substantially to Protiviti’s growth and reputation in the consulting industry.
Title
Jay Thompson is the Managing Director at Protiviti. In this role, he oversees key business operations and strategic initiatives. His leadership experience spans several decades, including a significant tenure at Arthur Andersen where he served as a Partner and Manager in various locations such as Dallas and Atlanta. At Protiviti, Jay is also recognized as the Founding Managing Director and the global leader of the Managed Business Solutions practice.
Education and Expertise
Jay Thompson holds an MBA in Management Information Systems (MIS) from The University of Dallas, completed between 1994 and 1996. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Central Oklahoma, where he studied from 1979 to 1983. His academic background in MIS and Accounting has fortified his expertise in consulting, particularly in areas such as Corporate Performance Management, strategic operational improvements, and ERP implementation.
Professional Background
Jay Thompson's professional journey includes significant roles at Arthur Andersen and Protiviti. At Arthur Andersen, he worked as a Partner from 2000 to 2002 and as a Manager from 1995 to 2000 in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. His extensive industry experience covers sectors such as energy, manufacturing, consumer products, financial services, and retail. Jay’s professional background is marked by successful initiatives, including the transformation of a downstream Oil & Gas company and re-engineering Sales and Operations Planning for a large media company.
Achievements
Jay Thompson has achieved notable success throughout his career. At Protiviti, he spearheaded the Innovation Program and led the Corporate Performance Management services on a global scale. Jay was integral in the development of Corporate Strategy deployment solutions and was involved in several ERP implementation projects, providing both pre- and post-implementation evaluations. His contributions have had a significant impact on enhancing strategic, operational, and financial reporting capabilities across various organizations.