Jeannette Wong
About Jeannette Wong
Jeannette Wong serves as the Assistant Chief Risk Officer at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, a position she has held since 2023. She has extensive experience in financial analysis and reporting, having worked at Freddie Mac in various roles for over a decade and at EY as an Audit Senior.
Current Role at U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Jeannette Wong serves as the Assistant Chief Risk Officer at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) since 2023. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing risk management strategies and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Her position involves assessing potential risks that could impact the SEC's operations and implementing measures to mitigate those risks.
Previous Experience at Freddie Mac
Jeannette Wong held multiple positions at Freddie Mac from 2004 to 2015. She began as a Senior Financial Analyst from 2004 to 2005, followed by a role as Manager of External Reporting & Analysis from 2005 to 2012. She then advanced to the position of Director of External Reporting & Analysis, where she worked until 2015. Her tenure at Freddie Mac encompassed various responsibilities related to financial reporting and analysis.
Experience at EY
Prior to her time at Freddie Mac, Jeannette Wong worked at EY as an Audit Senior from 2002 to 2003. In this capacity, she conducted audits and provided assurance services, contributing to the financial integrity of client organizations. This role helped her develop a strong foundation in accounting and auditing practices.
Educational Background
Jeannette Wong earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree from George Mason University. Her studies focused on Accounting and Decision Science/Management Information Systems. This educational background provided her with the skills necessary for her roles in finance and risk management.
Tenure at U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Before becoming the Assistant Chief Risk Officer, Jeannette Wong worked at the SEC as a Staff Accountant from 2015 to 2023. During her eight years in this role, she was involved in various accounting functions and contributed to the financial reporting processes of the agency.