Joan Leonard
About Joan Leonard
Joan Leonard is a Senior Financial Accountant at SmartBear in County Galway, Ireland, where she has worked since 2019. She has a strong educational background in business and accounting, holding multiple degrees and diplomas.
Work at SmartBear Software
Joan Leonard has been employed at SmartBear since 2019, initially serving as a Financial Accountant. In 2021, she advanced to the position of Senior Financial Accountant, where she has continued to work for the past three years. Her role at SmartBear is based in Galway, County Galway, Ireland. During her tenure, she has contributed to the financial operations and reporting processes of the company.
Education and Expertise
Joan Leonard holds a Master's degree in Accounting and Finance from ACCA, which she completed between 2015 and 2019. She also earned a Professional Diploma in Education from the National University of Ireland, Galway, studying Business and Accounting from 2013 to 2014. Earlier, she achieved a Bachelor of Business (Honours) from the Institute of Technology, Sligo, focusing on Business Studies from 2011 to 2012, and a Bachelor of Business L7 in Recreation and Leisure from 2008 to 2011.
Professional Background
Before joining SmartBear, Joan Leonard gained experience in various accounting roles. She worked as a Site Accountant at Integer Holdings Corporation from 2018 to 2019. Prior to that, she held positions at Fintrax, first as an Accounts Assistant from 2015 to 2018 and then as an Office Administrator for five months in 2014. This diverse background has equipped her with a solid foundation in financial management and accounting practices.
Career Progression
Joan Leonard's career in accounting has shown a steady progression. After completing her studies, she began her professional journey at Fintrax, where she served in administrative and accounting roles. Following her time at Fintrax, she transitioned to Integer Holdings Corporation as a Site Accountant. Her experience culminated in her current role at SmartBear, where she has taken on increasing responsibilities since 2019.