Joanne Wamsley

Joanne Wamsley is the vice president for Finance and Deputy Treasurer. Serving as ASU’s chief accounting officer she directs the Financial Services office, which is responsible for the accounting operations of the University, including issuance of the audited financial report, maintenance of accounting records, and establishing a comprehensive set of controls designed to mitigate risk and ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles. Financial Services is also responsible for treasury and investment management, capital finance, plant funds, capital asset management, student business services, tax compliance, and operational areas including accounts payable, travel and payroll.

Ms. Wamsley earned bachelor’s degrees in economics and accounting, as well as an MBA, from Arizona State University. She began her professional career in Denver, Colorado with KPMG, formerly Peat, Marwick, Mitchell & Co, prior to joining the Arizona State University Financial Services office in 1983. Since that time she has held progressively more responsible leadership positions within Financial Services until her current appointment in March 2014.

Ms. Wamsley is a certified public accountant, certified government financial manager, and chartered global management accountant. She is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the Arizona Society of Certified Public Accountants, and the Association of Government Accountants.