Strategic Finance Corporate Governance

LIESL SITTON

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SUMMARY

Strategic finance executive with deep experience across investment management, fundraising, financial operations, and corporate governance. Known for stepping into ambiguous environments and driving clarity, execution, and momentum. Demonstrated ability to lead capital raises, build operational infrastructure, manage cross-functional teams, and execute during transitions. Trusted partner to founders, investors, and boards. Fluent in Spanish. SKILLS

• Fundraising & Investor Relations

• Financial Modeling & Forecasting

• Cap Table & Equity Program Management

• US GAAP & IFRS Reporting

• Board & Stakeholder Communication

• Corporate Governance & Compliance

• Operational Leadership & Restructuring

• Tools: QuickBooks, Justworks, Ramp, Docusign, Dropbox, Teams, Outlook EXPERIENCE

CFO Radical Plastics 11/2024 – 5/2025

• Served as strategic finance partner to founders in fast-paced, high-growth startup environments.

• Led financial modeling and investor communications to support bridge and equity financings.

• Created polished Board Decks, synthesizing content from executive leadership into cohesive investor-ready presentations.

• Built and maintained investor Data Rooms—gathering legal, financial, and HR documents with no administrative support.

• Managed RSU programs and coordinated issuance of stock certificates; reconciled equity records and maintained compliance.

• Oversaw key people operations and compliance initiatives, including employment documentation, equity agreements, insurance renewals, and coordination across legal and HR functions to ensure organizational alignment and risk mitigation.

• Supported external legal counsel by preparing deal documentation and managing signature workflows to reduce cost and turnaround time.

• Oversaw all day-to-day accounting and finance operations including close, reporting, cash management, and vendor relations.

• Advised on product-market fit, unit economics, and operational pivots alongside executive leadership.

Managing Director, Partner BayBoston Boston, MA 09/2018 – 07/2024

• Raised $50M+ across multiple funds focused on fintech and financial services.

• Board Member (Till Financial), Board Observer (CFG Partners Audit Committee), Former Board Member (Radius Bank).

• Led diligence, deal execution, and portfolio oversight; directed tax strategy, reporting, and fund administration.

• Served as Interim CAO for portfolio company; rebuilt finance function, led audit process, and recruited permanent team.

• Portfolio Director (Consultant) Boston Consulting Group Boston, MA 01/2016 – 09/2018

• Built and scaled governance structure for global alternative investment platform.

• Led entity conversions, technical accounting analyses, and M&A-related integration. Consultant Boston Consulting Group Boston, MA 01/2015 – 09/2018

• Brought in to lead and build the firm's alternative investment platform

• Developed internal governance, reporting infrastructure, and fair value measurement processes aligned with GAAP.

• Hired and built the finance team, including two Directors and a successor Chief Accounting Officer, facilitating a full leadership transition.

• Collaborated closely with BCG DV and venture-backed company CFOs to manage valuation strategy and operational reporting.

• Worked cross-functionally with HR, tax, and treasury to align valuation data tracking, partner compensation, and intercompany strategy.

VP, Devonshire Investors (Fidelity) Boston, MA 09/2007 – 12/2015

• Managed $6B portfolio across biotech, fintech, and real estate; led governance, reporting, and M&A execution.

• Served on audit committees; implemented operational controls and financial reporting improvements.

• Served as Interim finance lead across multiple portfolio companies, including building supply company and oil & gas, hired and restructured finance & accounting teams

• Routinely deployed to resolve high-priority matters and stabilize underperforming units. Senior Manager Ernst & Young Boston, MA 9/1996 – 05/2007

• Directed IPO preparation, audit leadership, and resolution of technical accounting issues.

• Completed international assignment in Madrid, Spain. EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

University of Massachusetts – Amherst

BBA, Accounting Cum Laude

• Tennis Scholarship Recipient Student Government Rep

• CPA Exam Passed (1998; license active through 2014) AFFILIATIONS

• MSCPA Board Member (2007–2009)

• EY Alumni Council Member (2012–2020)

LANGUAGES

• Bi-lingual (English / Spanish)

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