Lisa Rachels
About Lisa Rachels
Lisa Rachels is the Director at Protiviti with over 20 years of experience in accounting, reporting, and auditing, specializing in internal controls and SEC Reporting.
Director at Protiviti
Lisa Rachels has been serving as a Director at Protiviti since 2023, based in New York, United States. Protiviti is a global consulting firm that delivers expertise in internal audit, risk, business, and technology consulting. As a Director, Lisa leverages her extensive experience to guide clients in navigating complex financial regulations and enhancing internal controls.
Former Associate Director at Protiviti
Prior to her current role, Lisa Rachels held the position of Associate Director at Protiviti from 2020 to 2023 in the New York City Metropolitan Area. During this period, she played a crucial role in managing and executing various consulting projects, demonstrating her expertise in financial reporting and compliance.
Vice President at ABM Industries
From 2018 to 2020, Lisa Rachels worked at ABM Industries as Vice President - Technical Accounting & SEC Reporting in New York, New York. In this role, she was responsible for overseeing the technical accounting functions and ensuring compliance with SEC reporting requirements. Her work contributed to the accuracy and reliability of the company's financial statements.
Director at BDO USA, LLP
Lisa Rachels served as Director, National Assurance at BDO USA, LLP from 2016 to 2017 in the Greater New York City Area. Her responsibilities included leading assurance services and providing expert guidance on accounting standards and practices. Her tenure at BDO USA highlighted her strong capabilities in auditing and assurance.
Experience at PCAOB
Between 2010 and 2016, Lisa Rachels worked for the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) in the Division of Registration and Inspections. This role involved inspecting public accounting firms to ensure compliance with auditing standards, further solidifying her expertise in auditing and regulatory compliance.
XBRL Taxonomy Developer at XBRL US, Inc.
Lisa Rachels held the position of XBRL Taxonomy Developer / Accounting Reviewer at XBRL US, Inc. from 2007 to 2008 in the Greater New York City Area. In this role, she developed taxonomies for the XBRL standard, which aims to improve the accessibility and usability of financial data. Her work at XBRL US, Inc. showcased her technical skills in financial reporting.
Senior Manager at Deloitte & Touche LLP
From 1998 to 2010, Lisa Rachels was a Senior Manager at Deloitte & Touche LLP in the Greater New York City Area. Over her 12-year career at Deloitte, she gained extensive experience in auditing and internal controls, providing high-level oversight and consultations on various client engagements.
Accounting Degree from Coastal Carolina University
Lisa Rachels studied Accounting at Coastal Carolina University, where she achieved her Bachelor's Degree from 1995 to 1998. Her academic background laid the foundation for her successful career in accounting, reporting, and auditing.
Expertise in Internal Controls and SEC Reporting
Lisa Rachels has demonstrated expertise in internal controls and SEC Reporting, both critical aspects for ensuring compliance with financial regulations. Her skills in these areas enable her to provide valuable insights and solutions for enhancing financial accuracy and transparency.
Over 20 Years of Experience in Financial Processes
With over two decades of experience in accounting, reporting, and auditing, Lisa Rachels brings a deep understanding of financial processes to her roles. Her extensive background and technical accounting skills make her a trusted advisor in the field of financial reporting and compliance.