Jason Ausher is the Chief Accounting Officer at PRIMO BRANDS CLASS A CORP., a dynamic leader responsible for overseeing all accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and regulatory compliance. In this pivotal role, he ensures the accuracy and timeliness of financial statements for the publicly traded company, while driving strategic initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and support growth in the competitive consumer brands market. Jason collaborates closely with the executive team to align accounting practices with business objectives, including mergers and acquisitions and capital market activities. With more than 25 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting, Jason began his career at Ernst & Young, where he obtained his Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation and led audits for multinational corporations in the food and beverage industry. He advanced to senior roles at Procter & Gamble, serving as Vice President of Global Accounting, where he spearheaded the implementation of a cloud-based ERP system that streamlined reporting processes and reduced costs by 30%. His expertise in SEC reporting and IFRS convergence has been instrumental throughout his career. Jason's notable achievements include guiding two successful IPOs, optimizing tax strategies that generated over $50 million in savings, and earning the CFO Leadership Award from the Institute of Management Accountants. A graduate of the University of Michigan with a Bachelor's in Accounting and an MBA from Northwestern University, he is a committed mentor and serves on the board of a local accounting foundation, fostering the next generation of finance professionals.