Christina Kirk
About Christina Kirk
Christina Kirk serves as the Vice President of Finance at Benefitfocus, bringing extensive experience in financial reporting and management from various roles across multiple industries. Her career includes positions at Premier Inc., Snyder's-Lance, and EY, and she holds qualifications in accountancy from South Africa and advanced degrees from Mississippi State University.
Current Role at Benefitfocus
Christina Kirk serves as Vice President of Finance at Benefitfocus, a position she has held since 2017. In this role, she oversees financial operations and reporting, contributing to the company's strategic financial planning. Her leadership in finance supports the organization's goals and enhances its operational efficiency. Benefitfocus is based in Charleston, South Carolina, where Kirk applies her extensive experience in financial management.
Previous Experience in Finance
Before joining Benefitfocus, Christina Kirk held several key positions in finance. She was the Vice President and Corporate Controller at Benefitfocus from 2014 to 2017. Prior to that, she worked at Premier Inc. as the Director of Financial Reporting from 2011 to 2014 and at Snyder's-Lance, Inc. as the Financial Reporting Manager from 2009 to 2011. Her career also includes a role as Senior Manager of Accounting and Reporting at HSN from 2002 to 2004 and Financial Reporting Manager at Carlisle Companies from 2006 to 2009.
International Experience in Auditing
Christina Kirk gained significant international experience while working in London, Greater London, United Kingdom, as an Audit Manager at EY from 1994 to 2001. This seven-year tenure provided her with a strong foundation in auditing practices and financial oversight, enhancing her expertise in financial reporting and management across various sectors.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Christina Kirk holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from the University of South Africa, which she completed from 1994 to 1996. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master's degree in Business Administration from Mississippi State University between 2013 and 2015. Additionally, she studied Accountancy at the University of Kwazulu-Natal in 1997. Kirk is also a Chartered Accountant, a qualification she obtained in South Africa.
Expertise in Financial Reporting
Christina Kirk has extensive experience in financial reporting and management, having worked in various industries and locations, including Arizona, Florida, and the United Kingdom. Her roles have equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of financial processes, compliance, and strategic financial planning, making her a valuable asset in the finance sector.