We work together holding ethics and quality above all else.
When nobody is looking, we do the right thing. We do the difficult things because of the good it will bring to the world, and we uphold the highest ethical standards through respect, honesty, and patience in all that we do. When working with a premier boutique firm like Horizon Advisors, you can also depend on us for the expert knowledge that's required on your projects. We will take the lead and deliver timely success all while maintaining focus on communications and frequent status reporting.
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When nobody is looking, we do the right thing. We do the difficult things because of the good it will bring to the world, and we uphold the highest ethical standards through respect, honesty, and patience in all that we do. When working with a premier boutique firm like Horizon Advisors, you can also depend on us for the expert knowledge that's required on your projects. We will take the lead and deliver timely success all while maintaining focus on communications and frequent status reporting.
Our Team
Horizon Advisors are top-tier professionals with years of experience auditing and working with high profile clients.
Alex Velazquez
MANAGING DIRECTOR
Alex Velazquez
MANAGING DIRECTORAlex oversees all engagements ensuring high quality technical accounting and financial advisory services. He is a Certified Public Accountant licensed with the California Board of Accountancy and obtained his Bachelor’s degree in Business Economics with Accounting Emphasis from the University of California, Santa Barbara. Alex spent the majority of his career with KPMG Los Angeles in the audit practice, as well as completing a three-year international assignment with KPMG São Paulo, Brazil.
Jennifer Arunritthirot
SENIOR INTERNAL AUDITOR
Jennifer Arunritthirot
SENIOR INTERNAL AUDITORJennifer is a CIA with a dual Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and Finance from California State University of San Bernardino. She has over 15 years of internal audit experience in industries such as distribution, staffing, utilities, financial services, and government. Her experience is primarily focused on SOX 404 testing, operational audits, and compliance audits. In addition, she has assisted with quarterly financial reporting, user acceptance testing, and management of SOX 302 certifications.
Osama Hassan
INTERNAL AUDIT MANAGER
Osama Hassan
INTERNAL AUDIT MANAGEROsama is a highly experienced compliance professional with a strong background in management consulting, internal controls for financial reporting, and SOX engagements. He has also gained significant public accounting and audit experience, including within the start-up and technology sectors, working with major multi-million and multi-billion-dollar companies at CNM LLP and PwC LLP. Osama is well-equipped to handle a wide range of compliance challenges.
Paula Shoemaker
TECHNICAL ACCOUNTING SENIOR MANAGER
Paula Shoemaker
TECHNICAL ACCOUNTING SENIOR MANAGERPaula harnessed her passion for accomplishing challenging goals into a 20-year career in accounting that has included leading domestic and international accounting systems, departments, and processes. As a CPA and Technical Accounting Senior Manager, she never backs down from a challenging project and is committed to driving business success.
Jordan Durrell
TECHNICAL ACCOUNTING MANAGER
Jordan Durrell
TECHNICAL ACCOUNTING MANAGERJordan began his career with EY and has significant experience in complex technical accounting matters. He has a wealth of experience advising public and private companies in the technology, agribusiness, and retail sectors on a range of technical accounting challenges and SEC reporting matters. Jordan has a particularly strong background in the implementation of ASC 326, ASC 606, and ASC 842 standards, including evaluating internal controls and disclosure processes.
Samuel Monastra
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
Samuel Monastra
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT DIRECTORAs a client facing professional, Mr. Monastra has excellent experience working with publicly held companies and large privately held companies. Industry focus includes: Healthcare, Life Sciences & Technology, Manufacturing & Distribution, and Real Estate & Construction. Sam has held executive level positions with Big “4” and Top 10 International Accounting Firms, including KPMG, RSM and BDO.
Hawa Sy
SENIOR IT INTERNAL AUDITOR
Hawa Sy
SENIOR IT INTERNAL AUDITORHawa is a highly motivated IT Auditor with a strong track record in various areas of the field. She has five years of experience in conducting internal controls testing, managing IT risks and governance, and testing general and application controls. Past projects and assignments include evaluating system implementations, reviewing internal controls, performing SOX testing, and conducting ITGC, ITAC, and product reviews.
Lee Huang
Internal Audit Manager
Lee Huang
Internal Audit ManagerLee has been a professional veteran with extensive 27 years in accounting, auditing and compliance. She is a Certified Public Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor and Certified Internal Control Auditor. With diversified accounting and auditing engagements through her career, she acquired in-depth technical skills and rich experiences in internal auditing, SOX implementation and compliance and internal controls system establishment and reform through working with international known public accounting firms.
Dianne Lee
HR & RECRUITMENT LEAD
Dianne Lee
HR & RECRUITMENT LEADDianne's career spans from working in HR and Recruitment to being a jack of all trades. She also used to live and work in the Middle East for about 5 years as an International Recruitment Executive and as an HR and Recruitment Officer. Today, she is the HR and Recruitment Lead for Horizon Advisors and helps with different departments like Legal and Operations. When she's not working, you'll find her cooking Korean/Filipino cuisine or enjoying boba-based drinks.
Elle Precillas
HR & RECRUITMENT ASSISTANT
Elle Precillas
HR & RECRUITMENT ASSISTANTAt the age of 18, she moved out and started working as she wanted to be independent, which is unusual for someone from the Philippines. Wanting to explore and learn, she took on a different role aside from Customer Service which paved her way to the HR and Recruitment industry. When she's not working, you may find her in local coffee shops or lounging on a nearby island.
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Horizon Advisors is a fast growing, high energy boutique firm made up of remarkably knowledgeable professionals. With our growing client list that includes exciting, high-profile public companies, we are always on the lookout for like-minded, highly skilled, and experienced individuals.
Work/Life Balance
The practice of prioritizing both your career and personal life in order to achieve a sense of harmony and fulfillment.
Top-notch Client List
Our company is proud to have a top-notch client list consisting of leading organizations in a variety of industries.
Stronger, better, faster
By constantly striving to be stronger, better, and faster, we are able to consistently deliver exceptional results and exceed our clients' expectations.
Surround yourself with people that push you to do and be better. No drama... Just higher goals and higher motivation... Simply bringing out the absolute best in each other.
Our expertise & your business make a winning combination.
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