01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 8-K filed February 11, 2026. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
ServiceNow, Inc. has announced a significant change in its accounting leadership.
Danielle Fontaine has been appointed as the new Chief Accounting Officer and Corporate Controller, effective February 17, 2026. This appointment marks a promotion for Ms. Fontaine, who has been with the company as Assistant Controller since September 2021. Her extensive background includes prior roles at Alphabet, Inc., the Financial Accounting Standards Board, Gap, Inc., and Ernst & Young, LLP, providing her with a strong foundation in accounting and financial oversight.
Concurrently, Kevin McBride, the outgoing Chief Accounting Officer, will transition to a new role as Executive Vice President, Accounting and Corporate Services, taking on expanded responsibilities. This internal promotion indicates a focus on retaining experienced talent and leveraging their expertise in new capacities.
Investors should note Ms. Fontaine's compensation package, which includes a base salary of $420,000,a a target annual bonus of 40%, and a substantial $1.25 million restricted stock unit award vesting over four years. This appointment, along with the internal reshuffling, suggests a continued emphasis on robust financial controls and management within ServiceNow.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- Danielle Fontaine appointed Chief Accounting Officer and Corporate Controller, effective February 17, 2026.
- Kevin McBride promoted to Executive Vice President, Accounting and Corporate Services.
- Ms. Fontaine brings extensive experience from previous roles at Alphabet, FASB, Gap, and Ernst & Young.
- Ms. Fontaine's compensation package includes a $420,000 base salary, 40% target bonus, and a $1.25 million RSU award.
- The RSU award vests over four years in equal quarterly installments.
- No undisclosed arrangements or family relationships exist between Ms. Fontaine and the Company's directors or officers.
- Ms. Fontaine will execute the standard officer indemnification agreement.
03—Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the new Chief Accounting Officer and Corporate Controller at ServiceNow?
Danielle Fontaine has been appointed as the new Chief Accounting Officer and Corporate Controller, effective February 17, 2026.
What is the compensation for the new Chief Accounting Officer?
Ms. Fontaine will receive an annual base salary of $420,000, a target annual cash bonus opportunity of 40% of her base salary, and a $1,250,000 restricted stock unit award that vests over four years.
What is happening to the previous Chief Accounting Officer, Kevin McBride?
Kevin McBride, the former Chief Accounting Officer, has been promoted to Executive Vice President, Accounting and Corporate Services, assuming new and expanded responsibilities within the company.
Does Ms. Fontaine have significant prior experience relevant to her new role?
Yes, Ms. Fontaine has a strong background, having served as the Company's Assistant Controller since September 2021. Prior to that, she held roles in Technical Accounting and Corporate Accounting at Alphabet, Inc., was an industry fellow at the Financial Accounting Standards Board, held controllership roles at Gap, Inc., and began her career in public accounting at Ernst & Young, LLP.
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