Michelle Lean
About Michelle Lean
Michelle Lean serves as the Director and Assistant Controller at Prothena Corporation plc, where she has worked since 2023. With a background in accounting and finance, she has held various positions in notable companies, including Global Blood Therapeutics and EY.
Current Role at Prothena Corporation
Michelle Lean serves as the Director, Assistant Controller at Prothena Corporation plc, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she oversees a team responsible for accounts payable, general and administrative journal entries, payroll, and fixed assets. Lean supports the Vice President, Controller in preparing Board reporting materials and managing treasury functions. Her responsibilities also include ensuring compliance with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), which is critical for maintaining financial integrity within the organization.
Previous Experience in Accounting and Finance
Before joining Prothena, Michelle Lean held several significant positions in the accounting and finance sector. She was the Associate Director of Accounting Reporting at Global Blood Therapeutics from 2021 to 2022 and served as the Senior Manager of SEC Reporting there from 2020 to 2021. Lean also worked at Pfizer as Associate Director of Accounting & Reporting from 2022 to 2023. Her earlier roles include Senior Manager at EY and various positions at KPMG US, where she developed a strong foundation in audit and assurance services.
Educational Background
Michelle Lean earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Politics from Saint Mary's College of California. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Accountancy from Golden Gate University. This educational background has equipped her with both analytical and financial skills, which she applies in her professional roles.
Career Progression and Roles
Michelle Lean's career in accounting began with an internship at UCSF in 2005. She progressed through various roles, including Audit Associate and Senior Audit Associate at KPMG US. Lean also worked as an Assurance Senior and later as an Assurance Manager at EY. Her diverse experience across different organizations has contributed to her expertise in financial reporting and compliance.