Larry Cheng

Larry Cheng is a results-driven leader with over 20 years of experience in venture-backed and high-growth startups within the technology sector. He excels at building teams, leading finance departments, enhancing financial processes, and collaborating with business leaders.

His expertise lies in various domains, including IPO guidance, financial management, strategic planning, system implementations, accounting practices, and sales operations.

Larry's extensive knowledge of IPO procedures encompasses navigating companies through S-1 filings, SOX compliance, and the intricate demands of public company disclosures.

In terms of financing, he has a successful track record of raising capital through equity offerings from venture capitalists and private equity firms, as well as securing credit facilities from diverse banking institutions.

Larry Cheng is a strategic planning expert, adept at devising precise budgets, conducting accurate forecasts, delving into long-range planning, and executing scenario analyses for optimal decision-making.

He has spearheaded the implementation of multiple cloud-based solutions such as Quickbooks, Intacct, Netsuite, Certent, Carta, Bill.com, Adaptive Insights, and ADP.

With a keen focus on accounting, Larry demonstrates proficiency in efficient month-end closing processes, along with a solid grasp of accounting guidelines and regulations including software revenue recognition and stock compensation expenses.

In the sales domain, he brings valuable experience in contract negotiations, management, and the development of commission plans.

Larry Cheng pursued his Bachelor of Arts in Business Economics at the University of California, Santa Barbara.

Throughout his career, Larry has held significant roles including VP of Finance at LeanData, Inc., Director of Finance and Operations at Arimo, Director of Finance at Coursera, Inc., and VP Corporate Controller at Magnet Systems, Inc. Prior to these positions, he served in finance and accounting roles at Google, meebo, Voltage Security, Callidus Software, and Deloitte & Touche.