Ilya Podolskiy, Cpa
About Ilya Podolskiy, Cpa
Ilya Podolskiy is the Vice President of SOX Compliance at Burford Capital, where he has worked since 2021. He holds a Master's in Taxation from Villanova University and has extensive experience in auditing and compliance, including previous roles at American International Group and SiriusPoint.
Work at Burford Capital
Ilya Podolskiy serves as the Vice President of SOX Compliance at Burford Capital, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing compliance with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) within the organization. His work involves staying current with regulatory changes and industry best practices to ensure that the company adheres to the latest compliance standards. Podolskiy also provides training to control owners on updates to SOX requirements, enhancing the team's overall compliance capabilities.
Education and Expertise
Ilya Podolskiy earned a Master of Taxation (MT) from Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law, where he studied Tax Law and Taxation from 2015 to 2016. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Accounting from Hunter College, completed between 2001 and 2005. Additionally, Podolskiy became a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in 2010. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in accounting and tax law, which supports his compliance work.
Professional Background
Before joining Burford Capital, Ilya Podolskiy accumulated significant experience in the field of accounting and compliance. He worked at American International Group as a Senior Auditor from 2006 to 2012. Following that, he served as a Junior Accountant at Odyssey House for nine months in 2005-2006. He later held the position of SOX Manager/AVP at SiriusPoint from 2018 to 2021, where he focused on SOX compliance and audit processes.
Skills and Proficiencies
Ilya Podolskiy is proficient in various specialized software tools essential for SOX compliance and audit processes, including SOXHUB/Auditboard, WDesk, and ACL. His detail-oriented mindset enables him to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously, ensuring efficient compliance processes. Additionally, Podolskiy is fluent in Russian, which facilitates communication with Russian-speaking stakeholders and clients.
Regulatory Knowledge and Training
Ilya Podolskiy actively stays informed about changes in regulatory guidance related to SOX compliance. He ensures that Burford Capital remains compliant with the latest standards. His role includes providing training to control owners on updates to SOX requirements and the use of SOX tools, which enhances the compliance capabilities of the team.