Chris Smith, Cpa, Cissp, Cisa, Cipp
About Chris Smith, Cpa, Cissp, Cisa, Cipp
Chris Smith is a Senior Manager at Schellman, where he has worked since 2022. He has extensive experience in internal audit and holds multiple certifications including CPA, CISSP, CISA, and CIPP.
Work at Schellman
Chris Smith has been employed at Schellman since 2016, progressing through various roles. He started as a Senior Associate from 2016 to 2018, then advanced to Manager from 2019 to 2021. In 2022, he was promoted to Senior Manager, a position he has held for two years in the Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina area. His responsibilities include overseeing audit processes and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Previous Experience in Internal Audit
Before joining Schellman, Chris Smith gained experience in internal audit through internships. He worked at Medical Action Industries as an Internal Audit Intern for six months in Brentwood, NY, from 2011 to 2012. Additionally, he interned at BNY Mellon for three months in 2011 at 101 Barclay Street, New York, NY. These roles provided him with foundational skills in auditing and compliance.
Experience at Deloitte
Chris Smith worked at Deloitte as an Audit Senior II from 2012 to 2016. During his four years at Deloitte in New York, NY, he was involved in various audit engagements, enhancing his expertise in financial auditing and risk assessment. This experience contributed to his professional development and prepared him for subsequent roles in internal audit.
Education and Expertise
Chris Smith studied at Hofstra University from 2008 to 2012, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Accounting and Legal Studies. His academic background laid the groundwork for his career in auditing and compliance. He holds several professional certifications, including CPA, CISSP, CISA, and CIPP, which demonstrate his expertise in accounting and information security.
Professional Certifications
Chris Smith holds multiple professional certifications that reflect his expertise in the fields of accounting and information security. He is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), and Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP). These certifications indicate his commitment to maintaining high standards in his professional practice.