Alex Sinai, Cpa
About Alex Sinai, Cpa
Alex Sinai is a Senior Manager of Revenue Recognition and Accounting at Credit Karma, where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive experience in accounting and has held various roles at notable companies, including Deloitte and Intuit.
Work at Credit Karma
Alex Sinai serves as the Senior Manager of Revenue Recognition and Accounting at Credit Karma, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he provides cross-functional training and support to various business partners, including Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Legal, Business Development, and Finance Operations teams. His responsibilities include developing new technical accounting positions and interpretations while ensuring compliance with evolving GAAP Accounting Standards. Alex's expertise contributes to the financial integrity and operational efficiency of the organization.
Previous Experience in Accounting
Before joining Credit Karma, Alex Sinai held several significant positions in the accounting field. He worked at Deloitte as a Senior Accountant from 2005 to 2008 in the Greater Los Angeles Area. Following this, he served as the Associate Director at Navigant from 2008 to 2016 in the San Francisco Bay Area. He then transitioned to Intuit, where he worked as the Revenue Recognition Lead in Corporate Accounting & Reporting from 2017 to 2019. Additionally, he held the role of Corporate Accounting Manager at McKesson for a brief period in 2016.
Education and Expertise
Alex Sinai earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Business Economics with a Minor in Accounting from UCLA. He also studied International and Resource Economics at The University of Queensland. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in revenue recognition and accounting practices. Alex's academic achievements complement his professional experience, allowing him to navigate complex accounting standards effectively.
Leadership in Revenue Accounting Changes
During his career, Alex Sinai has demonstrated leadership in implementing significant accounting changes. Notably, he led the team responsible for the adoption of ASC 606 revenue accounting changes while at Intuit. This initiative marked the second implementation of ASC 606 after Intuit, showcasing his ability to manage complex projects and drive compliance with new accounting standards.