Carley is a shareholder in the Risk Advisory Services practice. She joined Schneider Downs in 2009 and has experience in a variety of external and internal audits. Carley specializes in internal audit, Sarbanes-Oxley compliance work, risk assessments and business process optimizations.
Over the past 13 years, Carley has lead multiple teams in internal audit co-sourcing and outsourcing relationships. This experience includes performing Sarbanes-Oxley compliance work for a large international retail organization and completing internal audits and business process reviews and optimizations for clients in a variety of industries. She also services as a leader of the firm’s Digital Transformation Services. Carley began her career at Schneider Downs in the external audit group, where she obtained experience in a variety of industries, including transportation and logistics, manufacturing, and energy and resources.
Carley is committed to exceeding client expectations by providing prompt responses, clear communications, and the highest level of service and satisfaction to clients.
B.S.—Accounting, Washington & Jefferson College
Member—Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants
Member—Institute of Internal Auditors
Board Member—Lending Hearts
Do you have a hobby/personal passion?
I love playing and coaching field hockey.
What was the best advice you’ve ever received?
Be kind, always. You never know what someone else is going through or when you may cross paths again.
People would be surprised to know that I…
Ran a full marathon
What is the best or most interesting thing about your career?
Each day is different, so it always keeps things fresh.
What was your first job?
Restaurant hostess at a local restaurant, where I later became a server.
When you have an hour of free time, what do you like to do?
Play outside with daughters
Do you have advice for young professionals?
Don’t be afraid to take chances and try something new, but also learn when to say “No.”
You have to find that balance – in order to make a big impact, you need to have the time and energy to do so.
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