Biography

Arlene has practiced public accounting since 1993 and is a member of the firm’s Technology, Communications & Media, and Life Sciences Practice. Arlene primarily works with computer hardware, biotechnology, pharmaceutical drug discovery, and medical device companies. She consults clients in the application and implementation of new accounting policies and technical guidance in compliance with SEC, SOX 404, and US GAAP requirements. In addition, she has led numerous initial and subsequent public offerings and merger and acquisition activities including due diligence, and related accounting and SEC reporting. Before joining Moss Adams, Arlene spent 14 years with a Big Four firm, including two years in Singapore.

Professional Affiliations

  • Member, American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • Member, California Society of Certified Public Accountants

Education

  • BA, political economy of industrial societies, University of California, Berkeley

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