Joe Baldassarre, Cpa, Cfe
About Joe Baldassarre, Cpa, Cfe
Joe Baldassarre is a Senior Vice President and Senior Director of Internal Audit Finance, Administrative, and Operations at City National Bank, where he has worked since 2021. He has a background in risk consulting and internal audit from KPMG and holds both a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Accountancy from Arizona State University.
Work at City National Bank
Joe Baldassarre currently holds the position of Senior Vice President and Senior Director of Internal Audit Finance, Administrative, and Operations at City National Bank. He has been with the bank since 2021, contributing to its operations in the Greater Los Angeles Area. Prior to this role, he served as Vice President and Director of Internal Audit Finance from 2018 to 2021. His tenure at City National Bank spans over six years, during which he has played a key role in enhancing the bank's internal audit processes.
Experience at KPMG US
Before joining City National Bank, Joe Baldassarre gained valuable experience at KPMG US. He worked as a Manager in Risk Consulting from 2010 to 2017 in Chicago, Illinois, where he developed expertise in risk management and consulting services. Additionally, he completed two internships at KPMG US, first as an IT Advisory Intern in 2008 and later as an Internal Audit Intern in 2009, both in the Phoenix, Arizona area. These roles provided him with foundational knowledge in audit and advisory services.
Education and Expertise
Joe Baldassarre earned his Bachelor's degree in Accounting from Arizona State University, where he studied from 2005 to 2009. He furthered his education at the W. P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University, obtaining a Master's degree in Accountancy from 2009 to 2010. His academic background has equipped him with a strong foundation in accounting principles and practices, which he applies in his professional roles.
Professional Qualifications
Joe Baldassarre is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE). These professional qualifications demonstrate his commitment to maintaining high standards in the fields of accounting and auditing. His certifications enhance his expertise in financial oversight and fraud prevention, which are critical components of his current role at City National Bank.