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Hertz Announces New Chief Accounting Officer

Brooks previously had served as senior vice president, internal audit at Hertz since June 2020.

October 19, 2020
Hertz Announces New Chief Accounting Officer

Prior to joining Hertz, Brooks was vice president, internal audit at Aptiv PLC, a global technology company, and before that was the chief financial officer for Champion Windows and Home Exteriors, a home improvement company. 

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Hertz Global Holdings today announced that Alexandra (Alex) Brooks has been appointed to senior vice president and chief accounting officer, effective Nov. 1. Brooks will oversee the company's global accounting operations, financial shared services, and tax and risk management.

Brooks previously had served as senior vice president, internal audit at Hertz since June 2020. She has more than 25 years of experience in finance, accounting, and audit. Prior to joining Hertz, Brooks was vice president, internal audit at Aptiv PLC, a global technology company, and before that was the chief financial officer for Champion Windows and Home Exteriors, a home improvement company. 

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She has also held a variety of leadership roles at the General Electric Company, General Motors, and Pricewaterhouse Coopers. 

"In a short time, Alex has made significant contributions to Hertz," said Kenny Cheung, executive vice president and chief financial officer. "I know her leadership and extensive accounting, finance and audit experience will continue to serve Hertz well as we further progress our efforts to ensure a strong future for the company."

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