PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Erin is a Director at Cerini & Associates, LLP, where she plays a key leadership role within the firm’s Education Department. With over 15 years of diverse experience in internal auditing, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance, and claims auditing, Erin brings a strategic and detail-oriented approach to each engagement. Her background spans a wide range of industries, including public education, higher education, local government, nonprofit organizations, telecommunications, travel and event planning, healthcare, and insurance. She has performed audits involving forensic procedures, SAS 99 requirements, SOC 1 engagements, enterprise risk management (ERM), and internal control evaluations.
Erin’s comprehensive audit knowledge, combined with her deep understanding of regulatory frameworks and operational processes, enables her to deliver actionable insights that improve compliance, mitigate risk, and drive organizational performance.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE:
- Internal Audit: Leading in-depth assessments to evaluate and strengthen internal controls, improve efficiency, and promote operational effectiveness
- Regulatory Compliance: Guiding organizations through complex compliance requirements to reduce risk exposure and ensure adherence to industry standards
- Claims Auditing: Reviewing and validating claims to ensure accuracy, accountability, and financial integrity
KEY CLIENTS:
- Public School Districts
- Government Agencies and Municipalities
- Nonprofit Organizations
- Colleges and Universities
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS:
- Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA)
- Association of School Business Officials (ASBO)
- Association of College & University Auditors (ACUA)
LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS:
- Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
EDUCATION:
Bachelor of Science in Accounting, Hofstra University
