Jamie Wilkerson

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CPA, CGMA

Partner

As a versatile professional with over 20 years of experience, Jamie Wilkerson has led financial operations for many types of companies, including startups, publicly traded entities, and private equity- backed organizations. Her expertise spans various sectors, including life sciences, service-based industries, contract research organizations (CROs), government grant-funded projects, and non-profits. A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) who began her career in big four public accounting, Ms. Wilkerson brings expertise in financial planning and analysis, risk management, and strategic financial leadership. She has successfully navigated complex financial landscapes, contributed to organizational growth through multiple acquisitions, and streamlined processes throughout her career. She has been an executive and was integral to the successful company exit of Velocity Clinical Research to GHO Capital (UK based private equity firm).

Ms. Wilkerson is a dedicated leader with experience in the areas of:

  • Auditing
  • BOD Presentations
  • Budgeting
  • Business Analysis
  • Due Diligence
  • Financial Management
  • Financial Reporting
  • Government Compliance
  • Implementation of Policies and Controls
  • M&A (buy-side and sell-side)
  • Private Equity
  • Strategic Planning
  • Software Implementations

Currently, Ms. Wilkerson serves as the part-time CFO for:

  • Get Spiffy, a company offering mobile maintenance and detailing automotive services

A native of North Carolina, Jamie attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) and a Master of Accounting (MAC) from UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School. She is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and North Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants (NCACPA).  A sustaining member of the Junior League of Durham and Orange Counties (JLDOC), she has served in various leadership positions such as Treasurer.  She also serves on the UNC Kenan Flagler Business School Next Generation Committee.

Career Timeline

  • Joined Rankin McKenzie as Partner in 2024.
  • 2021 – 2024: Chief Financial Officer, Velocity Clinical Research, Inc.
    Led financial operations and strategy, driving growth and supporting the company’s expansion from 3 sites in the US to 80+ sites in 4 countries.
  • 2019 – 2021: Vice President of Finance, Velocity Clinical Research, Inc.
    Oversaw financial planning, risk management, and capital structure optimization. Led NetSuite implementation.
  • 2017 – 2019: Director of Financial Planning, PRA Health Sciences
    Focused on budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial initiatives for a global contract research organization (CRO) with annual revenue of 2B+.
  • 2016 – 2017: Chief Financial Officer, Clintrax Global, Inc.
    Managed all financial operations during a period of rapid organizational growth and change. Led conversion from QuickBooks to NetSuite.
  • 2006 – 2016: Executive Director of Finance and Administrative Operations, The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences
    Held multiple roles of increasing responsibility, leading the finance and administrative functions.
  • 2002 – 2006: Auditor, Deloitte & Touche
    Developed a strong foundation in financial compliance, auditing, and accounting standards.

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