Thomas Johnston
About Thomas Johnston
Thomas Johnston serves as the Operating Vice President at Vista Equity Partners, where he has worked in various roles since 2016. He holds a Master in Professional Accounting from the Texas McCombs School of Business and a Bachelor of Business Administration with High Honors from The University of Texas at Austin.
Current Role at Vista Equity Partners
Thomas Johnston serves as Operating Vice President at Vista Equity Partners, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing operational strategies and ensuring effective management of financial resources. His experience in various capacities within the firm has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the company's operational framework.
Previous Experience at Vista Equity Partners
Prior to his current role, Thomas Johnston held multiple positions at Vista Equity Partners. He worked as a Senior Consultant in Finance & Accounting from 2016 to 2018, followed by a role as Associate Director of Finance & Administration from 2018 to 2019. He then served as Senior Associate in Operations from 2019 to 2021. His tenure at the firm has spanned several years, allowing him to contribute to various operational and financial initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Thomas Johnston earned a Master in Professional Accounting from the Texas McCombs School of Business, completing the program in 2012. Prior to that, he achieved a Bachelor of Business Administration with High Honors from The University of Texas at Austin, where he studied in the Business Honors Program and Accounting from 2007 to 2011. His educational background provides a strong foundation in finance and accounting principles.
Experience at EY
Before joining Vista Equity Partners, Thomas Johnston worked at EY as an Assurance Senior Associate from 2012 to 2016. In this role, he was involved in providing assurance services, which included auditing financial statements and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. His experience at EY contributed to his expertise in financial analysis and risk assessment.