From Big Four CPA to Building a Lean Finance Function Driving 500% Growth – Andrew Polito

In this episode of FP&A Today, host Glenn Hopper interviews Andrew Polito, Vice President and Controller at Go HQ and Bright Flag Recruiting, about his transition from public accounting to leading finance in a fast-growing small business. Andrew discusses the challenges of building a finance function from the ground up, adapting to the uncertainties of a startup environment, and the importance of understanding the business to develop relevant KPIs. He shares his experiences with automating processes, shortening the close cycle, and leveraging tools like Data Rails to improve financial reporting and forecasting. The conversation also touches on the impact of AI on finance teams and the need for finance professionals to embrace new technologies to drive business value.