Yiru Chen
About Yiru Chen
Yiru Chen is an Information Technology Audit Manager currently employed at Inspire since 2023. With a background in risk management and auditing, Chen has held various positions at notable firms including Grant Thornton LLP and Ernst & Young, and has an academic foundation in accounting and business from Muskingum University and The University of Georgia.
Current Role at Inspire
Yiru Chen serves as the Information Technology Audit Manager at Inspire. She has been in this role since 2023, contributing her expertise in IT auditing to enhance the company's risk management strategies. Her responsibilities include overseeing IT audits, assessing compliance with regulatory standards, and ensuring the effectiveness of IT controls.
Previous Experience at Grant Thornton LLP
Prior to her current position, Yiru Chen worked at Grant Thornton LLP as a Risk Manager from 2021 to 2023. During her tenure in the Atlanta Metropolitan Area, she focused on identifying and mitigating risks within client organizations, ensuring adherence to industry standards and best practices.
Background in Accounting and Auditing
Yiru Chen has a diverse background in accounting and auditing. She began her career at Ernst & Young as a Staff Accountant in 2015 for five months in Beijing, China. She later returned to EY as a Technology Risk Senior from 2017 to 2020 in the Greater Atlanta Area, where she specialized in technology risk assessments and audits.
Education and Academic Qualifications
Yiru Chen holds a Master’s Degree in Accounting from The University of Georgia, where she studied from 2015 to 2016. She also earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business, and Economics from Muskingum University, completing her studies from 2011 to 2014. Additionally, she participated in the Harvard Senior Program - EY in 2019, focusing on mastering difficult situations.
Teaching and Leadership Roles
Throughout her academic career, Yiru Chen held various teaching and leadership positions. She served as a Teaching Assistant at The University of Georgia from 2015 to 2017 and at Muskingum University from 2013 to 2014. Additionally, she was an Orientation Leader and a Yearbook Photographer at Muskingum University, showcasing her involvement in student engagement and community activities.