Alvin Brown
About Alvin Brown
Alvin Brown serves as the Controlling & Finance Manager for Electrify America, where he oversees financial reporting and compliance with corporate policies. He has a background in operations management and holds an MBA and a BBA in Finance & Information Systems.
Work at Electrify America
Alvin Brown has been serving as the Controlling & Finance Manager US at Electrify America since 2020. In this role, he oversees the financial reporting requirements to Volkswagen AG (VWAG) and manages the Accounting, Tax, and Treasury functions. He ensures compliance with corporate policies and procedures and is responsible for the financial control process across various budgets, including overhead expenses, marketing expenses, capital investment, workforce, direct costs, and revenues. Brown also leads the planning and execution of strategic controlling initiatives and serves as a backup to the CFO when needed.
Previous Experience
Before joining Electrify America, Alvin Brown worked at Airport Fast Park as General Manager from 2009 to 2012 in Herndon, Virginia. Prior to that, he held a position in Operations Management at Streamlite for 11 months in 2012 in Columbia, Maryland. His diverse experience in management roles has contributed to his expertise in financial oversight and operational efficiency.
Education and Expertise
Alvin Brown studied at Gonzaga High School before pursuing higher education. He earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Finance & Information Systems from Xavier University, completing his studies from 1997 to 2002. He later attended the University of Phoenix, where he achieved a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Business Administration and Management from 2007 to 2009. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his current role in finance and management.
Financial Management Responsibilities
In his current role at Electrify America, Alvin Brown is responsible for overseeing the financial reporting and ensuring the proper recording of accounting transactions. He manages the monthly close process and ensures that all financial activities align with corporate policies. His role is critical in maintaining financial integrity and supporting the organization’s strategic objectives.