Alan Chen, Cpa
About Alan Chen, Cpa
Alan Chen is a Controller with extensive experience in accounting and finance, currently working at MNTN in Los Angeles, California. He has held various positions at Riot Games and Ernst & Young, where he developed expertise in financial audits and complex financial transactions.
Work at MNTN
Alan Chen has been serving as the Controller at MNTN since 2020. In this role, he has successfully navigated six financial audits, five 401K audits, and three bank collateral audits. He has also managed complex financial transactions, including business combinations and equity method investments. Prior to his current position, he worked as a Senior Accounting Manager at MNTN for one year from 2019 to 2020. During his tenure, he accelerated the financial close cycle by 30% within three months and provided actionable reporting that resulted in $375K savings in FY Net Income.
Previous Experience at Riot Games
Alan Chen held multiple positions at Riot Games from 2013 to 2019. He started as a Staff Accountant, progressing to Senior Technical Accountant, and then to Accounting Principal for Technical & Financial Reporting. During his time at Riot Games, he managed complex financial transactions and led four successful audits in the first two years, establishing the foundation for the Merchandise Business line. His experience at Riot Games spanned six years, contributing significantly to the company's financial operations.
Education and Expertise
Alan Chen earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from The University of Alabama, where he studied from 2007 to 2010. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science (M.S.) in Accounting from the same university, completing his studies in 2011. His academic background laid the foundation for his expertise in financial reporting, auditing, and complex financial transactions.
Early Career at Ernst & Young
Before his roles at Riot Games and MNTN, Alan Chen worked as an Audit and Assurance Associate at Ernst & Young from 2012 to 2013 in the Greater Atlanta Area. This position provided him with essential experience in auditing practices and assurance services, contributing to his professional development in the accounting field.
Research Experience at University of Alabama
Alan Chen began his career as a Graduate Research Assistant at the University of Alabama in 2011, where he worked for four months. This role allowed him to gain valuable research experience and further develop his analytical skills in the field of accounting.