Maia Waki Perez

Maia Waki Perez has a strong background in finance and accounting with over 20 years of experience. Maia recently worked at Beam Global as a Corporate Controller starting in May 2023. Prior to that, they were a Controller at MeBe from November 2020 to May 2023. Maia also held the role of Controller at J!NX from May 2017 to January 2021.

Maia's earlier experience includes a long tenure at Mad Catz, where they worked as a Director of Finance/Accounting from April 2006 to March 2017. In this role, they managed global budgeting, financial and strategic analysis, accounting functions, month-end close, and audits. Maia was also involved in SEC reporting and various ad hoc projects requested by executive management.

Before Mad Catz, Maia worked as a Senior Accountant at Viejas Enterprises from August 2004 to April 2006. Their responsibilities included recording financial transactions, preparing reconciliations, and managing external audit teams.

Maia began their career as an Accounting Manager at National Retail Partners, where they had total responsibility for accounts payable and receivable, budget preparation, and account management for commercial properties.

Overall, Maia Waki Perez has a diverse and extensive work history, showcasing their expertise in financial management, accounting, and audit management.

Maia Waki Perez completed their Bachelor of Arts degree in Accounting from the University of Guam from 1996 to 1999. Prior to attending the University of Guam, Maia attended the University of Hawaii at Manoa for one year in 1995, where they pursued their studies in Accounting. However, they did not complete a degree at the University of Hawaii at Manoa.