Elena Petrossian
About Elena Petrossian
Elena Petrossian serves as the Senior Director and Financial Controller at Carisma Therapeutics, bringing extensive experience in financial audits and expertise in GAAP and tax protocols. She has a background in accounting and international business from Cleveland State University and has held various financial roles in the Greater Philadelphia Area.
Current Role at Carisma Therapeutics
Elena Petrossian currently serves as the Senior Director, Financial Controller at Carisma Therapeutics. She has held this position since 2023, contributing to the financial oversight and strategic direction of the organization. Her role involves ensuring compliance with financial regulations and optimizing the company's financial performance. Petrossian's extensive experience in financial management and her strong expertise in GAAP and tax protocols support her responsibilities in this leadership position.
Previous Experience at Carisma Therapeutics
Prior to her current role, Elena Petrossian worked as the Financial Controller at Carisma Therapeutics from 2019 to 2023. In this capacity, she managed financial reporting and compliance, ensuring the integrity of financial data. Her tenure at Carisma Therapeutics spanned four years, during which she played a key role in enhancing the financial framework of the organization within the Greater Philadelphia Area.
Professional Background in Auditing
Elena Petrossian has a solid background in auditing, having worked as a Senior Auditor at EY from 2005 to 2008 and at Grant Thornton LLP from 2008 to 2012. During her time at EY, she gained valuable experience in financial audits, which she later applied in her role at Grant Thornton. This experience has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of financial practices and compliance, particularly within the healthcare, life science, and manufacturing sectors.
Education and Expertise
Elena Petrossian earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting and International Business from Cleveland State University, where she studied from 2003 to 2005. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her career in finance. Petrossian possesses expertise in GAAP and tax protocols, which is complemented by her knowledge of streamlining business processes through technology integration and business process improvement initiatives.
Consulting Experience
In addition to her roles in auditing and financial management, Elena Petrossian worked as a Finance and Accounting Consultant at Forge Intellectual Capital from 2012 to 2013. This position allowed her to apply her financial expertise in a consulting capacity, further enhancing her skills in financial strategy and operational efficiency.