Jake Zhou

About Jake Zhou

Dynamic Risk & Internal Controls Consultant at EY specializing in internal control, internal audit, and compliance review. With hands-on experience across complex engagements, I deliver strategic solutions that bridge operational excellence and regulatory demands.Core Expertise- IPO Readiness & Governance: Facilitated end-to-end internal control frameworks for Hong Kong-listed IPO clients, aligning processes with HKEX requirements while optimizing risk mitigation strategies- SOX 404 Compliance: Evaluated ICFR systems for multinationals, identifying control gaps and implementing remediation plans to meet SEC/PCAOB standards- Internal Audit Transformation: Conducted risk-based audits across finance, IT, and supply chain verticals, delivering actionable insights that reduced compliance risks in client portfolios.Passionate about transforming risk into strategic advantage, I thrive in cross-functional environments—collaborating with C-suite stakeholders, external auditors, and regulators to future-proof control ecosystems.Let’s connect to discuss regulatory challenges, IPO best practices, or building agile internal audit functions.

Experience

1. Senior Consultant

   EY

   Oct 2025 — Present

Education

• University of Washington

  Bachelor of Arts - BA, Economics

• Cornell University: MPA Program - Cornell Jeb E. Brooks School of Public Policy

  Master of Public Administration - MPA, Financial and Economic Policy

• University of Washington

  Bachelor of Arts - BA, Psychology

• Boston University

  Summer Program