Alexey Koretskiy
Manager, Public Company Audit
Alexey leads the engagement teams of a number of private and public entities both in Canada and internationally. He is a qualified account (Fellow Chartered and Certified Accountant in the UK, in addition to being a Certified Accounting Professional in Ukraine) and has recently successfully passed CFA Level 1 exam which serves as a testament to his dedication to continuous professional development.
Drawing upon a remarkable career spanning over 15 years, Alexey’s expertise extends across accounting, finance, audit, and consulting. Notably, he spent more than a decade honing his skills at a prestigious big-4 audit firm, where he garnered invaluable insights both locally and internationally, including in North America and the Caribbean, working on US GAAP and IFRS clients for which the audits have been carried out under both IAS and US GAAS (PCAOB) audit standards. This global exposure allowed him to participate in countless audits, further solidifying his reputation as a seasoned professional.
Alexey’s journey commenced in 2007 as an auditor for a distinguished local Ukrainian accounting firm. He later transitioned to the accounting side of the business, progressively ascending to the role of Chief Accountant, where he successfully managed a finance team of 10 individuals. During this period, he demonstrated his prowess in handling IFRS financial statements for the company. Driven by a relentless pursuit of professional growth, Alexey returned to the realm of auditing, making significant contributions to PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) for over a decade. His exceptional leadership skills were evident as he spearheaded the audit effectiveness group at PwC Ukraine, collaborating closely with the Central European Cluster to enhance the efficiency and efficacy of audits. Alexey also dedicated nearly 10 years to Grant Thornton and PricewaterhouseCoopers in the Caribbean, acquiring extensive experience in working on a diverse portfolio of clients encompassing banks, hotels, oil and gas companies, investment funds, asset managers, retail businesses, and insurance firms. His expertise in handling US GAAP and IFRS engagements further solidified his standing in the industry.
