Brian K. Gordon

Brian K. Gordon was an audit partner for KPMG LLP’s Southern California Banking and Financial Services practice, with over 28 years of experience providing financial statement and internal control audit services. Brian specializes in audit services for global, regional, and community banking, broker-dealers, and finance companies. He has extensive experience with SEC filings, audit transitions, mergers, conversions, and IFRS, and is recognized for his deep knowledge of the banking, finance, and broker-dealer industries.

Experienced with conducting comprehensive audits and ensuring strict adherence to regulatory standards. Utilizes strategic problem-solving skills to identify and mitigate risks effectively. Track record of leading audit teams with strong communication, strategic thinking and leadership abilities.

Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.

• East West Bancorp, Inc.
• Cathay General Bancorp
• Hanmi Financial Corporation
• Farmers & Merchants Bank of Long Beach
• HSBC Finance Corporation (US subsidiary of HSBC Holdings plc)
• Wells Fargo & Company
• Wells Fargo Securities, LLC

• Lead engagement partner for multiple SEC registrants
• Lead engagement partner for a top 15 carrying and clearing broker-dealer
• Lead engagement team during audit transition of a large financial institution
• Lead audit manager for several large multinational banks and financial institutions
• Coordination with international KPMG offices for multinational clients
• Derivative and hedge accounting resource
• Lead engagement team for client’s transition to IFRS
• Auditing of mergers and acquisitions

• CPA - Certified Public Accountant (Licensed in California, Illinois, North Carolina)