Yana Kolesnikov, Cpa
About Yana Kolesnikov, Cpa
Yana Kolesnikov is a Corporate Controller at Visiting Media, where she has implemented a new financial reporting system and developed a strategic financial plan that increased profitability. She has extensive experience in finance, having served in senior roles at NWEA and published research on digital transformation in financial operations.
Work at Visiting Media
Yana Kolesnikov serves as the Corporate Controller at Visiting Media, a position she has held since 2022. In her role, she implemented a new financial reporting system that enhanced reporting accuracy and efficiency. Additionally, she developed a strategic financial plan that led to a 15% increase in profitability for the organization. Kolesnikov's contributions have positioned the company for improved financial performance.
Education and Expertise
Yana Kolesnikov earned her Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Santa Clara University Leavey School of Business, completing her studies from 1995 to 1999. Her academic background in accounting provides a strong foundation for her professional career in finance. Kolesnikov's expertise is further demonstrated through her published work in the Journal of Corporate Finance, where she explored the impact of digital transformation on financial operations.
Background in Finance at NWEA
Prior to her current role, Kolesnikov worked at NWEA for a total of 15 years. She began as the Senior Director of Finance from 2007 to 2017 and later served as Vice President of Finance from 2017 to 2022. During her tenure, she contributed to the financial management and strategic planning of the organization in the Portland, Oregon area.
Community Involvement
Yana Kolesnikov has volunteered as a financial advisor for a local non-profit organization in Portland. In this capacity, she provided her expertise in budgeting and financial planning, helping the organization manage its finances effectively. Her involvement reflects her commitment to supporting the community through her financial knowledge.
Professional Engagements
Kolesnikov participated in a panel discussion on financial leadership at the 2023 Portland Financial Summit. This engagement highlights her active role in the finance community and her commitment to sharing knowledge and insights with peers in the industry.