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Trisha Venkatachellam

@trishavenkatachellam

Assurance director and CPA driving controls, compliance, and audit transformation.

United States
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What I'm looking for

I am seeking senior audit or assurance roles where I can lead control frameworks, drive SOX/PCAOB compliance, mentor teams, and deliver audit transformation in a collaborative, growth-focused environment.

I am a results-driven finance and accounting executive with 13+ years leading audit functions for global organizations, specializing in PCAOB, SOX, and complex public company engagements. I have a proven record of building and mentoring high-performing teams, delivering national methodology and transformation initiatives, and partnering with C-suite executives to embed sustainable process improvements.

My background spans Big 4 public accounting and large-scale manufacturing environments where I led PCAOB audits, remediated material weaknesses, issued firmwide guidance on internal controls, and enhanced audit quality and efficiency. I bring a strategic, hands-on approach to risk assessment, operational improvement, and talent development to support high-growth and regulated organizations.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Assurance Senior Manager

Dec 2022 - Sep 2023 (9 months)

Managed PCAOB audits for SEC-registered clients, overseeing SOX 404 testing, remediation of material weaknesses, and implementation of internal control enhancements.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of South Africa (UNISA) logoUU

University of South Africa (UNISA)

Certificate in the Theory of Accounting (CTA), Accounting

2010 - 2011

Completed the Certificate in the Theory of Accounting (CTA) to advance technical accounting and auditing competencies.

University of South Africa (UNISA) logoUU

University of South Africa (UNISA)

Bachelor of Accounting Science, Accounting Science

2009 - 2010

Completed a Bachelor of Accounting Science program focused on foundational accounting principles and financial reporting.

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