Jay O'Connell

Jay O'Connell has over 30 years of experience in finance and leadership roles. Jay has extensive experience in financial operations, reporting, and management.

From 2017 to present, Jay served as the CFO of Boyds Philadelphia, where they were responsible for financial operations, reporting, and IT. Jay led the upgrade of financial operations and implemented various improvements.

From 2016 to 2017, Jay was self-employed and held the positions of CFO, VP Finance, and Controller.

From 2013 to 2016, Jay was the Vice President of Finance at Bluefly, where they transformed the business into a fashion marketplace. Jay was also responsible for banking relationships and financial accounting.

From 2011 to 2013, Jay was the CFO of MadRag/10 Spot, where they managed financial operations, HR, and lease administration. Jay successfully obtained the company's first line of credit and coordinated financing for acquisitions.

From 2005 to 2010, Jay held various roles at Avenue-United Retail Group, including EVP & CFO, Vice President of Finance and Chief Accounting Officer, and Vice President Controller. Jay led expense reduction efforts and brought financial and operational reporting back under control.

From 2002 to 2005, Jay worked as a Retail Controller at Polo Ralph Lauren, overseeing financial reporting and control for the retail division.

In 2001, Jay was a Controller at Brooks Brothers, responsible for financial reporting and control.

From 1990 to 2001, Jay worked at PricewaterhouseCoopers as a Senior Manager, handling audit and financial consulting engagements for public and non-public companies.

Jay O'Connell's work experience demonstrates their expertise in finance, leadership, and operational improvement.

Jay O'Connell earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from the University of Scranton, where they studied from 1986 to 1990. Jay's education history does not include any additional certifications at this time.