Nerea Arrien Schoonhoven
About Nerea Arrien Schoonhoven
Nerea Arrien Schoonhoven serves as the VP Controller at GI Partners, a position she has held since 2021, following a decade-long tenure as Controller at the same firm. She has a strong background in accounting and financial management, with expertise in GAAP implementation and internal audit processes.
Work at GI Partners
Nerea Arrien Schoonhoven has been serving as the VP Controller at GI Partners since 2021. In this role, she oversees financial reporting and compliance, ensuring adherence to industry standards. Her tenure at GI Partners began as a Controller, a position she held from 2010 to 2020, where she contributed significantly to the firm's financial operations for a decade.
Education and Expertise
Nerea Arrien Schoonhoven earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accountancy from the University of Notre Dame, completing her studies from 1994 to 1998. She possesses expertise in implementing Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) specifically within investment management firms. Her educational background supports her strong skills in internal audit processes and cash flow management.
Background
Nerea Arrien Schoonhoven has a diverse professional background in accounting and finance. Prior to her current role at GI Partners, she worked at First Industrial Realty Trust as Director of Joint Venture Accounting from 2005 to 2010. She also served as Accounting Manager - Reporting at Trizec Properties from 2001 to 2005. Her experience spans over two decades in various accounting roles.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Nerea Arrien Schoonhoven has made significant contributions to the organizations she has worked with, particularly in enhancing financial operations and maintaining financial integrity. Her strong skills in internal audit processes and cash flow management have been instrumental in her roles, particularly during her long tenure at GI Partners.