Industry Expertise

Biography

Chris has practiced public accounting since 2009. He specializes on clients in the financial services industry, primarily mortgage companies, public and privately held community banks, credit unions, and other specialty lenders. Chris assists with technical accounting issues and implementing accounting policies and procedures. He has extensive SEC reporting experience in addition to experience conducting audits of internal control over financial reporting and audits in accordance with Government Auditing Standards. He also has a deep level of experience with lending compliance engagements, including HUD/GNMA, USAP, and Regulation AB.

He plays an integral role in training and developing staff personnel and is a frequent speaker at industry events.

Professional Affiliations

  • Mortgage Bankers Association
  • Member, American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • Member, California Society of Certified Public Accountants

Education

  • BBA, accounting, Gonzaga University

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