George Wu
About George Wu
George Wu is a Corporate Controller at ZAP Surgical Systems, where he has worked since 2018. He previously held various finance roles at Varian Medical Systems and has a strong educational background in business administration and accounting.
Work at Zap Surgical Systems
George Wu has served as the Corporate Controller at Zap Surgical Systems since 2018. In this role, he has developed business metrics for backlog management and implemented Netsuite to enhance the accounting and finance functions. He has managed the external audit process with PriceWaterhouseCoopers and partnered with sales and operations to align sales forecasts with build schedules. Additionally, he has provided financial support related to logistics and cost reduction initiatives.
Previous Experience at Varian Medical Systems
Before joining Zap Surgical Systems, George Wu worked at Varian Medical Systems for over a decade. He held various positions, including Director of Finance from 2015 to 2018, Worldwide Customer Support Services Controller/Finance Director from 2007 to 2015, and Director of Internal Audit from 2005 to 2007. His tenure at Varian Medical Systems encompassed a range of financial management responsibilities.
Education and Expertise
George Wu studied Business Administration and Management at Stanford University, where he completed his studies in 2014 and achieved the Stanford Executive Institute. He also earned a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting from San Jose State University, attending from 1989 to 1993. His educational background has equipped him with a solid foundation in finance and management.
Background
George Wu has a diverse background in finance and accounting, with extensive experience in corporate financial management. He has worked in various roles that required collaboration with cross-functional teams and oversight of financial operations. His career spans over two decades, with significant contributions to both Zap Surgical Systems and Varian Medical Systems.