Private Company Internal Controls, a Practical Guide

Jack Kristan Related Seminars and Products

As the automotive and manufacturing leader for the firm's risk and accounting advisory practice, I focus on developing tailored risk management, internal audit, and compliance solutions to gain greater insights for my clients. Most of them are publicly traded organizations and Japanese-owned businesses with significant international operations. Additionally, I lead our practice's efforts with family office clients, focusing on internal controls and operational matters.

My clients appreciate that I don't simply tell them what they should do; instead, I work with them to come to a mutually agreed-upon solution that has buy-in at multiple levels in the organization. More often than not, this approach provides the greatest path to sustainable success.

The mantra, "There has to be a better way" has always guided my client work. I believe there are always alternative ways to solve a problem, no matter how difficult the situation. It's a philosophy I've tried to impart to my team. They know me for finding solutions that consider the needs of the business first, which is not necessarily the easiest path for an auditor. I work with a talented team of professionals, and I'm proud that we're recognized as a dynamic, forward-thinking risk management team.  

Gabrielle Wafer Related Seminars and Products

Gabrielle is a Manager with Plante Moran specializing in internal audit and risk consulting services. She frequently provides publicly traded organizations with internal control testing for Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) as well as support private companies with internal control assessments and internal audits. Gabrielle helps clients understand the key aspects of internal control implementation, monitoring the effectiveness of those activities, and reporting results to key organizational decision-makers. She is passionate about delivering guidance and innovative solutions in risk management. Gabrielle graduated with a B.B.A. in Accounting from Howard University.