Brent Watson

Brent Watson CPA is an experienced finance and accounting professional currently serving as the Senior Director of External Reporting at Imagination Technologies since February 2023. Previously, Brent held the position of Director of Financial Policies and Accounting at Kaplan International Languages, where contributions included driving the adoption of ASC 842. At Walgreens Boots Alliance, roles included US Technical Reporting Manager, focusing on streamlining accounting functions consistent with GAAP and overseeing key financial filings. Prior experience includes Group Finance Manager at Orient Express, where oversight of UK statutory financial statements and SOX controls was key, and Senior Manager at Deloitte, emphasizing compliance with SEC regulations and IFRS. Brent's career commenced as a Staff Accountant at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, with earlier roots as an Audit Manager at Deloitte, leading audit engagements for a variety of clients. Brent holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics-Accounting from Claremont McKenna College and an Associate of Arts from Mt. San Antonio College.