Jess Roper
About Jess Roper
Jess Roper is a certified public accountant with extensive experience in financial management and auditing across various sectors, including medical devices and technology. He currently serves as a Board Member and Audit Chair for Biolase.
Jess Roper CPA
Jess Roper is a Certified Public Accountant with extensive experience in the financial and audit sectors. His expertise spans across various industries including medical device, life sciences, technology, manufacturing, and financial institutions. He is currently serving as a Board Member and Audit Chair for Biolase, a global leader in the manufacturing of dental laser systems. Roper has held substantial roles in senior financial management positions and has played key roles in IPOs, acquisitions, and numerous equity and debt financings.
Board Membership and Audit Chair at Biolase
Jess Roper serves as a Board Member and Audit Chair for Biolase. Biolase is a prominent publicly traded company known for its innovative dental laser systems. In this role, Roper oversees financial auditing processes, ensuring transparency, accountability, and compliance with industry regulations. His extensive financial and audit experience contributes significantly to the company's governance and strategic direction.
Dexcom Experience
Jess Roper previously served as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Dexcom. During his 12-year tenure, he played a significant role in transitioning Dexcom from a pre-revenue privately held medical device company to a multi-national publicly traded entity. Roper's leadership in financial strategy, management, and operations was crucial in guiding Dexcom through its growth phases, including its initial public offering and subsequent expansions.
Early Career and Audit Background
Earlier in his career, Jess Roper worked as an auditor with PricewaterhouseCoopers, where he gained valuable auditing and financial experience. He also served as a bank and information systems examiner with the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency. These roles provided Roper with a strong foundation in financial reporting, compliance, and regulatory standards that have been instrumental in his subsequent positions.
Educational Background
Jess Roper holds a Master of Science in Corporate Accountancy and a Bachelor of Science in Finance. His formal education, combined with his CPA certification in the state of California, underpins his extensive expertise in financial management, auditing, and corporate accountancy. Roper's academic background has equipped him with the knowledge and skills necessary for his high-level financial roles and responsibilities.