J.R. Shank
About J.R. Shank
J.R. Shank is the Chief Audit Executive at First Financial Bank, with prior experience at the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board and EY. He holds a Master's of Accountancy and a Bachelor of Business Administration from Miami University.
Current Position at First Financial Bank
J.R. Shank serves as the Chief Audit Executive at First Financial Bank. He assumed this role in December 2021. In this capacity, Shank oversees the internal audit functions, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations. His role includes evaluating the efficiency of risk management procedures and providing recommendations for improvement.
Professional Experience at PCAOB
J.R. Shank worked at the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) from 2015 to 2019. During his tenure, he was involved with the Division of Registration and Inspections in Tampa, Florida. In this role, his responsibilities included auditing and inspection processes to ensure adherence to accounting standards and regulations.
Senior Manager Role at EY
Before his tenure at the PCAOB, J.R. Shank served as a Senior Manager in Assurance Services at EY from 2010 to 2015. His five-year period at EY was marked by providing assurance services to various clients, ensuring compliance with financial reporting and auditing standards. His role contributed to the breadth of his expertise in the field of accounting and audit.
Educational Background in Accounting and Finance
J.R. Shank completed his academic training at Miami University. He earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting and Finance from 1997 to 2001. Following his undergraduate degree, he pursued a Master's of Accountancy there as well, completing it within one year from 2001 to 2002. This educational background laid the foundation for his career in auditing and accounting.