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Max Anderson has a strong background in finance and accounting, with experience in various roles and industries. Max started their career at KPMG as an Audit Manager, where they worked from 2010 to 2015. Max then joined Gap, where they held positions as Manager of Accounting Policies and Senior Manager of Technical Accounting from 2015 to 2020. During their time at Gap, Max provided thought leadership on accounting issues and led the implementation of ASC 606.
In 2020, Max joined Volta Charging as an Assistant Controller and later became the SVP Controller. Max successfully led the company through its first AICPA standard audit and grew the Finance team to handle the responsibilities of a public company. Max also played a key role in the SPAC and de-SPAC process.
Most recently, Max was a Controller at Shield AI, where they restructured the accounting department and integrated multiple accounting teams to align with strategic initiatives. Max also reviewed accounting operations and developed a plan to remediate deficiencies, improving the feedback loop and internal control.
Max's work experience demonstrates their expertise in accounting, financial reporting, and leadership in managing complex projects.
Max Anderson earned a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from Florida International University - College of Business from 2006 to 2008. Max then pursued a Master of Professional Accounting degree in Accounting from the University of Miami Herbert Business School from 2009 to 2010. In addition, Max Anderson holds a certification as a Certified Public Accountant from the California Board of Accountancy, although the specific details of when and where it was obtained are not provided.