Laura Coakley, Cpa, Cgma, MBA
About Laura Coakley, Cpa, Cgma, MBA
Laura Coakley is an Associate Director of Compensation Accounting and Compliance at Yale University, with extensive experience in accounting and compliance across various industries. She has held significant roles at companies such as Xerox, UnitedHealth Group, and GE Capital, and possesses a strong educational background with a Bachelor of Science from Fairfield University and an MBA from the University of Connecticut.
Current Role at Yale University
Laura Coakley serves as the Associate Director of Compensation Accounting and Compliance at Yale University. She has held this position since 2020, contributing to the university's financial operations in New Haven County, Connecticut. In her role, she focuses on ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations, while also overseeing compensation-related financial processes.
Previous Experience at Yale University
Prior to her current role, Laura Coakley worked at Yale University as the Associate Director of YSS Tax from 2018 to 2020. In this position, she was responsible for managing tax-related matters within the university's financial framework, further enhancing her expertise in compliance and regulatory reporting.
Professional Background in Accounting and Finance
Laura Coakley has a diverse professional background in accounting and finance, with significant experience in various roles. She has worked at Xerox in multiple capacities, including Senior Manager of Treasury Accounting and Internal Controls, and Manager of Accounting Policy. Additionally, she has held positions at UnitedHealth Group, GE Capital, and CIGNA, where she focused on regulatory reporting and internal controls.
Education and Credentials
Laura Coakley holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Fairfield University and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Connecticut. She is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and a Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA), reflecting her expertise and commitment to the accounting profession.
Expertise in Governance and Compliance
Laura Coakley possesses extensive expertise in Governance Risk and Compliance, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), and SEC Reporting. Her experience includes implementing business process efficiencies and controls that support strategic cross-functional initiatives, particularly in regulated industries and Fortune 200 companies.