Specialization

• Audit and accounting
• Information risk management
• Loan reviews
• Outsourced internal audit and compliance engagements
• Tax planning, consulting, and preparation
• Financial institutions

Experience

Reynaldo Sierra-Escobedo, CPA, is an Assurance Supervisor in Monroe Shine & Co., Inc.’s Financial Institutions group. Since joining the firm in 2020, he has played an integral role in audit and assurance services, with a focus on supporting banks, credit unions, and other financial organizations maintaining compliance and strengthening internal controls.

Reynaldo’s experience spans financial institution audits, internal audits, loan reviews, and employee benefit plan audits, as well as Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and Automated Clearing House (ACH) compliance services. He also provides tax planning and compliance support for financial institutions and clients in other industries, offering practical solutions that balance regulatory requirements with business goals. With a strong technical background and client-focused approach, Reynaldo is a trusted resource for financial institutions seeking reliable guidance in today’s evolving regulatory environment.

Certifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) – Licensed in Kentucky

Professional Memberships

• American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
• Kentucky Society of CPAs (KYCPAs)
• CPAmerica International

Awards & Recognition

• Indiana University Southeast, Outstanding Baccalaureate Degree Graduate in Finance (2021)
• Chartered Financial Analyst^® (CFA^®) Institute, Research Challenge Competitor (2021)

Community Involvement & Volunteering

• Habitat for Humanity, Volunteer (Current)

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Accounting & Finance – Indiana University Southeast