Hi, I’m Cindy Vindasius.

I’m an accounting solutions expert and I know what you’re going through. I have personally been in this role myself several times and I have helped several successful clients through this phase before.

One thing you must know about me is that I have a rare enthusiastic nature for the details and backend processes.

Pair that with the fact that I’ve performed all roles in finance and know all the challenges that each role faces and my excellent communication skills and you’ve got yourself a unique expert whose superpower lies in bridging the knowledge gap between technical accounting, accounting systems, best practices and new technologies.

Kind words

"Cindy provided invaluable assistance to Terayon both in accounting and SEC-related projects. From her many years of experience and numerous clients, she brings a wealth of management and organizational skills, which are key to supporting a Finance organization. Cindy understands the dynamics of working with a team and can be counted on as a team player in addition to her abilities as an individual project contributor."

Jeffrey Calvello, Worldwide Controller, Terayon Communications, Inc.

My expertise

My rockstar client list includes:

  • Apple

  • Tesla Motors

  • Pacific Biosciences

  • Financial Engines

  • Affymetrix

  • Terayon Communciations

  • Redback Networks

  • and others

  • UCSB, CPA (EY Alumni) , MBA(Santa Clara University)

  • 30+ year experience in process, systems and technical accounting

  • 12 successful ERP implementations

  • 8 IPO's or successful financial exits

  • Fintech certification, Stanford University

I have extensive implementation experience and working knowledge the following ERP systems:

  • Netsuite

  • Oracle

  • JDEdwards

  • SAP ERP

  • expandable

  • Intuit Quickbooks

  • Intacct

I also have hands on working knowledge and integration experience with the following 3rd party applications:

  • Coupa

  • SAP Concur

  • PointPurchasing

  • Procurement Express.com

  • Bill

  • Salesforce

  • Expensify

  • Zuora RevPro

  • Dell Boomi

  • Celligo

  • Stripe

  • Tableau

  • Arena

  • Shareworks by Morgan Stanley

What clients have said about working with me

"Cindy brings a very unique background of public accounting experience and training, and "real world" practical solutions to solving problems. Cindy's combination of practical experience in financial accounting, treasury, shareholder matters, investor relations, tax compliance, and Sarbanes Oxley, can be just the "medicine' that is needed for a young, aggressive, start-up company during its various growth stages. As a consultant, Cindy has helped a number of my referrals sort out their challenges, prioritize the next steps to take, and organize for success. I have not worked with anyone who has quickly developed the breadth of expertise required for today's high growth technology companies."

Jim Stewart, CFO (Former CFO, Ventro Corporation), SS8 Networks, Inc.

A FEW FUN FACTS…

I’m your typical extrovert, high energy, positive professional.

Beyond that, I’m also:

  • Trained dancer - hula, tap, jazz, ballet

  • Mother of two adult children - both pursuing careers in accounting

  • Volunteer business plan mentor for 3rd world social entrepreneurs with GSBI, the Miller Center at Santa Clara University

  • Guest Lecturer and UCSB

  • Avid Soul Cycler and Pure Barre Enthusiast

  • Masterclass binge watcher - I love to learn!

When you reach the hypergrowth stage, you need to make more and more decisions and tackle mountains which all have the same level of priority.

Here’s what happens when you’re a CFO dealing with too many critical priorities, lack of people with the right skillset, and a tight budget:

You waste time and money trying to figure out what you don’t know on processes that have been done before

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You’re frustrated with too much to do and not knowing where to start

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There is no "quick resource" who understands your pain and can provide the answers you need

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In other words, you’re bogged down by the details - when you prefer to work at a "higher" level.

Deep down, you know you need another body to handle these problems so you can focus on other business needs.

You wish you could have hired more seasoned resources and you’ve tried larger accounting firm resources. But they are VERY expensive and you need several different team members to solve your problems.

You’ve even tried directly helping your Controller and you’ve realized they are good - but they need help, like yesterday.

All of this has left you unable to move forward due to inexperience and need for more information.

The good news is that it doesn’t have to be this way.

What you need is:

  • Someone who has been there and done this before

  • Someone not only who can advise what to do but roll up their sleeves and do it or train in detail where needed

  • Someone who can start right away, jump in and make a difference

That’s where I come in.

If you’re ready to work with someone who will provide a roadmap for all challenges ahead as they arise to ensure scalability at a reasonable cost, then it’s time to take the next step.

Visit my services page to find the perfect type of support for your needs.