Sheila Ellis
About Sheila Ellis
Sheila Ellis serves as the Assistant Controller at Webflow, where she oversees various accounting processes and leads a team responsible for month-end close activities. With a background that includes roles at Abbott, Genentech, and Twitch, she brings extensive experience in financial management and compliance.
Current Role at Webflow
Sheila Ellis serves as the Assistant Controller at Webflow, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she oversees the procure-to-pay process, Travel & Expense management, General Ledger accounting, and Technical accounting. Sheila leads a team of five, responsible for executing month-end close for all general ledger and technical accounting matters. She collaborates closely with the finance team on budget-to-actuals reporting, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in financial operations. Additionally, Sheila has implemented automation and new systems at Webflow to support the company's growth.
Previous Experience at Abbott
Sheila Ellis has extensive experience at Abbott, where she held multiple roles from 2008 to 2015. She began as a Finance Intern in 2008, followed by a two-month MBA Accounting/Finance Internship in 2009. Sheila then participated in the Finance Professional Development Program (FPDP) from 2010 to 2012. After completing the program, she worked as a Senior Financial & Compliance Internal Auditor from 2012 to 2015, and as a Senior Financial Analyst in Abbott Diabetes Care for 11 months in 2015. Her time at Abbott provided her with a solid foundation in financial analysis and compliance.
Experience at Genentech and Kountable
Sheila Ellis worked as the Global Royalty Controller at Genentech for one year, from 2016 to 2017, in the San Francisco Bay Area. Following her tenure at Genentech, she served as Controller & Head of Compliance at Kountable from 2017 to 2020. In these roles, she gained valuable experience in financial management and compliance, further enhancing her expertise in the finance sector.
Education and Expertise
Sheila Ellis earned her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Accounting and Finance from Indiana University - Kelley School of Business, completing her studies from 2005 to 2008. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a concentration in Financial Analysis from the same institution, studying from 2008 to 2010. Her academic background provides her with a strong foundation in financial principles and practices, which she applies in her professional roles.
International Experience and Skills
Sheila Ellis has traveled to 81 countries, which has contributed to her global perspective in the finance industry. In her current role at Webflow, she utilizes a diverse tech stack, including Netsuite, Zip, Bill.com, Ramp, Brex, Abacus/Emburse, TripActions, Pilot, Stripe, and Workday. This proficiency in various financial technologies enhances her ability to implement effective financial processes and systems.