Yilin (Elaine) Beres, Cpa
About Yilin (Elaine) Beres, Cpa
Yilin (Elaine) Beres is the Head of Finance at Focal Systems, where she has worked since 2024. She has a background in accounting and finance, with previous roles at Magnolia Capital and Warady & Davis LLP.
Current Role at Focal Systems
Yilin (Elaine) Beres serves as the Head of Finance at Focal Systems, a position she has held since 2024. In this role, she oversees financial operations and strategic planning for the company. Her responsibilities include managing financial reporting, budgeting, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. Beres brings extensive experience in finance and accounting to her current position.
Previous Experience at Magnolia Capital
Before her current role, Beres worked at Magnolia Capital as a Senior Accountant from 2020 to 2022. During her two years there, she was responsible for various accounting functions, contributing to financial analysis and reporting. This role helped her develop skills in financial management and analysis.
Professional Background at Warady & Davis LLP
Beres has a significant background in auditing, having worked as an Audit Senior / In-Charge Accountant at Warady & Davis LLP from 2015 to 2020. In this capacity, she managed audit engagements and supervised junior staff, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Her experience in the Greater Chicago Area provided her with a strong foundation in accounting practices.
Educational Qualifications
Beres holds a Master of Accountancy from The George Washington University, where she focused on advanced accounting principles. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics and Economics from Agnes Scott College. Her educational background equips her with a solid understanding of both quantitative analysis and economic theory.
Career Progression at Focal Systems
Prior to her current position as Head of Finance, Beres worked as a Senior Accountant at Focal Systems from 2022 to 2024. In this role, she was involved in various accounting tasks, contributing to the financial health of the organization. Her career progression within the company illustrates her commitment and expertise in the finance sector.