John Sterbling

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Director of Technical Accounting & SEC Reporting at Array Technologies

Phoenix, Arizona, United States

Overview

John is a self-motivated CPA and CGMA specializing in technical accounting and SEC reporting for publicly-traded companies. He has proven experience in developing process improvements and streamlining FP&A reporting. He earned both his Bachelors and Masters degrees from Babson College.

Outside of his finance career, John is a former decorated college athlete, having played as a goalie for the Babson College ice hockey team where he earned All-Tournament honors. More recently, he has taken on the role of being a new father.

Unique fact: John was named to the ECAC East All-Rookie Team for his performance as an ice hockey goalie in college.

Personality Overview

Value Driven

Curious

Example Seeker

They are likely to ask many questions and look heavily for supporting information.  They are generally good communicators and can be hard to convince. They can sound friendly and charming but can quickly change gears to become inquisitive and probing.

Topics They Care About

Technical Accounting
His current role as Director of Technical Accounting & SEC Reporting at Array Technologies highlights his direct expertise and responsibilities in this area.
Process Improvement
He has a background in enhancing financial processes, such as eliminating a full day from the FP&A reporting cycle through automation at a previous role.
SEC Reporting
A core part of his director-level position involves managing and overseeing SEC reporting, indicating a deep focus on public company compliance and financial disclosure.

Media Appearances

John has no verified media appearances

Work History

5-2025
Director of Technical Accounting & SEC Reporting at Array Technologies
5-2022 - 5-2025
VP of Financial Reporting and Process at SMTC Corporation
11-2019 - 5-2022
Director Accounting Policy, Process and Systems at Rogers Corporation
3-2019 - 11-2019
In Transition / New Father at N/A
5-2018 - 3-2019
Director of Accounting and Financial Analysis at Carlisle Fluid Technologies

Education

2007 - 2007
Master's Degree from Babson F.W. Olin Graduate School of Business
2003 - 2007
Bachelor's Degree from Babson College

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Exp : 18 Location : Phoenix, Arizona, United States Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Director of Technical Accounting & SEC Reporting at Array Technologies
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Insights For Selling To John

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Be prepared for a lot of questions, answer them objectively
  • Help them realize that there is no personal risk in making this decision
  • Ask them questions to understand their needs better while staying affable

DONT's

  • Avoid making offhand commitments
  • Don’t be too objective but make sure to pad your storytelling with data points
  • Don’t brush off any concerns, take all questions seriously

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with John is

  • Proven value, strong testimonials are important to them, relationships will have some weightage.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from John

  • They are practical and friendly, don't expect a clear-cut response often.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will John move?

  • They like to be detailed and take their time to arrive at decisions.
  • Can John take some risk or not?

  • They evaluate their decisions systematically and are less likely to take risks.

You And John

Personality Compatibility


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