Alissa Riffel
About Alissa Riffel
Alissa Riffel is an experienced financial professional currently serving as Assistant Controller for Financial Reporting at The New York Times. She has held various leadership roles in financial reporting, including positions at Citigroup and Apollo Global Management, and possesses expertise in SEC, GAAP, and SOX compliance.
Current Role at The New York Times
Alissa Riffel currently serves as the Assistant Controller for Financial Reporting at The New York Times, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing financial reporting processes and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. Her expertise in financial reporting and technical accounting supports the organization's financial integrity and operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at Citigroup
Prior to her current role, Alissa Riffel worked at Citigroup as Vice President of Corporate Reporting and Analysis from 2002 to 2011. During her nine years at Citigroup, she contributed to corporate financial reporting and analysis, gaining valuable experience in the financial services sector.
Experience at Apollo Global Management LLC
Alissa Riffel held the position of Director of Financial Reporting at Apollo Global Management LLC from 2011 to 2023. Her twelve years at Apollo involved advising on complex transactions and their accounting implications, as well as overseeing financial reporting processes. This role further developed her skills in financial management and compliance.
Education and Expertise
Alissa Riffel earned her Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Michigan State University's Eli Broad College of Business, completing her studies from 1994 to 1998. She specializes in process reengineering and efficiency within financial reporting and technical accounting. Her educational background supports her proficiency in SEC, GAAP, and SOX compliance.
Career Development at The New York Times
Before her current role as Assistant Controller, Alissa Riffel held multiple positions at The New York Times, including Executive Director and Director from 2017 to 2023. In these roles, she oversaw the accounting and purchase price allocation of several acquisitions and implemented new financial systems, enhancing internal and external reporting capabilities.