Svetlana Gadzhieva
CPA with over 10 years of experience in Big 4 firms, specializing in external audits, risk management, and driving operational efficiency for both public and private companies.
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I am a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with over a decade of expertise in financial audits, internal controls, risk management, and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance.
Throughout my career, I have partnered with public companies, startups, and organizations preparing for IPOs, driving operational efficiency through advanced audit methodologies and automation.
My passion lies in helping businesses strengthen internal controls, mitigate risks, and achieve financial transparency. With a proven track record of managing complex audit projects and mentoring high-performing teams, I bring a results-driven approach to every challenge.
Throughout my career, I have partnered with public companies, startups, and organizations preparing for IPOs, driving operational efficiency through advanced audit methodologies and automation.
My passion lies in helping businesses strengthen internal controls, mitigate risks, and achieve financial transparency. With a proven track record of managing complex audit projects and mentoring high-performing teams, I bring a results-driven approach to every challenge.
Expertise
Delivering Excellence in Financial Oversight, Risk Management, and Process Optimization
Experience
10+ Years of Expertise in High-Impact Audit and Financial Oversight
KPMG US | San Francisco, CA
Audit Manager | 2019-Present
• Leading large-scale, complex audit projects for public and private clients, focusing on Sarbanes-Oxley compliance and effective internal controls to ensure financial transparency.
• Evaluating financial processes such as Treasury, FP&A, Inventory, Revenue, Equity, Commissions, Accounts Receivable (AR), Procure to Pay (PTP), Cost of Goods Sold (COGS), Debt, and others, to assess risk and compliance across various departments.
• Overseeing the design and execution of comprehensive audit project plans, including budgeting, timeline tracking, reporting, and communication, ensuring efficient and timely results.
• Implementing technology and automating audit testing to streamline processes and increase accuracy and efficiency.
• Managing key stakeholder relationships, presenting clear, actionable insights and recommendations to clients.
• Mentoring and training audit teams on advanced techniques and innovative tools to drive growth and improve outcomes.
• Working with project partners to ensure seamless project execution and alignment with client expectations.
Key Achievements:
• Rated Highly Effective twice for consistently outstanding performance.
• Awarded Technology Implementation Champion for driving automation in audit processes.
• Leading large-scale, complex audit projects for public and private clients, focusing on Sarbanes-Oxley compliance and effective internal controls to ensure financial transparency.
• Evaluating financial processes such as Treasury, FP&A, Inventory, Revenue, Equity, Commissions, Accounts Receivable (AR), Procure to Pay (PTP), Cost of Goods Sold (COGS), Debt, and others, to assess risk and compliance across various departments.
• Overseeing the design and execution of comprehensive audit project plans, including budgeting, timeline tracking, reporting, and communication, ensuring efficient and timely results.
• Implementing technology and automating audit testing to streamline processes and increase accuracy and efficiency.
• Managing key stakeholder relationships, presenting clear, actionable insights and recommendations to clients.
• Mentoring and training audit teams on advanced techniques and innovative tools to drive growth and improve outcomes.
• Working with project partners to ensure seamless project execution and alignment with client expectations.
Key Achievements:
• Rated Highly Effective twice for consistently outstanding performance.
• Awarded Technology Implementation Champion for driving automation in audit processes.
KPMG Russia and CIS
Audit Associate | 2013-2019
• Played a key role in planning and executing audits for public and private clients across multiple industries, ensuring SOX compliance and financial reporting standards.
• Conducted detailed financial analysis and internal control assessments, identifying improvements for operational efficiency and risk mitigation.
• Supported preparation of audit reports, working closely with senior auditors and client teams to provide actionable insights.
• Delivered findings and recommendations to clients, improving financial processes and compliance practices.
• Contributed to the development and execution of audit strategies for clients across various sectors.
• Conducted detailed financial analysis and internal control assessments, identifying improvements for operational efficiency and risk mitigation.
• Supported preparation of audit reports, working closely with senior auditors and client teams to provide actionable insights.
• Delivered findings and recommendations to clients, improving financial processes and compliance practices.
• Contributed to the development and execution of audit strategies for clients across various sectors.
Education
Academic Achievements
Oxford Brookes University
Bachelor of Science in Applied Accounting
the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
Advanced Diploma in Accounting and Business
Ural State Iniversity of Economics
Master's Degree in Finance and Economics (Diploma with honors)
Professional Associations
Member of:
California Society of CPAs
The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
Financial Executives International