Jennifer K. Thompson
About Jennifer K. Thompson
Jennifer K. Thompson is an experienced accountant currently working at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission in the Office of Assessment & Continuous Improvement. She has a strong background in financial statement analytics, financial forecasting, and modeling, with over 16 years of experience in the Division of Corporation Finance.
Work at U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Jennifer K. Thompson has held various positions at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) since 2003. She began her career at the SEC as a Staff Accountant in the Division of Corporation Finance, where she worked for five years until 2008. Following this role, she served as the Accounting Branch Chief in the same division for eleven years, from 2008 to 2019. In 2019, she transitioned to her current role as an Accountant in the Office of Assessment & Continuous Improvement, where she has been employed for five years. Throughout her tenure at the SEC, she has gained extensive experience in financial statement analytics and regulatory compliance.
Education and Expertise
Jennifer K. Thompson holds an MBA from Georgetown University McDonough School of Business, which she completed from 2011 to 2014. Prior to this, she earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from The University of Texas at Austin, studying from 1994 to 1996. Additionally, she studied Accounting at Trinity University from 1992 to 1994. Thompson possesses technical expertise in both US GAAP and IFRS, which enhances her proficiency in financial reporting and compliance.
Background
Jennifer K. Thompson has a solid foundation in accounting, having studied at multiple institutions. Her educational journey began at Trinity University, followed by The University of Texas at Austin, where she focused on accounting. This academic background laid the groundwork for her career in finance and regulatory compliance. Over the years, she has accumulated significant experience across diverse industries, including retail, manufacturing, construction, software, online services, and energy.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Jennifer K. Thompson has developed a strong skill set in financial forecasting and modeling. She is adept at supervising and coaching employees, leading trainings, and engaging in public speaking. Her extensive experience includes working with registration statements and periodic reports filed with the SEC, which demonstrates her familiarity with regulatory requirements and financial disclosures. Thompson's contributions to the SEC and her ability to navigate complex financial landscapes highlight her professional capabilities.