Dana Bierer, CPA
With more than 30 years of leadership in both external and internal audit, Dana Bierer brings deep expertise, thoughtful guidance, and a strategic approach to our assurance practice. Her background spans public accounting, private industry, and consulting—giving her a uniquely well-rounded understanding of financial reporting, regulatory compliance, internal controls, and risk management.
Dana enjoys traveling to visit her family in Arizona, North Carolina, Missouri, and the WHH office in California. At home, her hobbies are baking, gardening, and kayaking.
Professional Background
Dana began her career in external audit at Deloitte, building a strong technical foundation that has shaped her approach for more than three decades. She later served as Chief Audit Executive for a public company, where she led Sarbanes-Oxley compliance, internal audit functions, fraud prevention initiatives, and enterprise-wide internal control assessments.
Before joining the firm, Dana spent many years as an audit partner and consultant in Michigan, working with clients in industries including manufacturing, automotive, nonprofit, and employee benefit plans. Her leadership contributed significantly to our achievement in peer reviews with no findings, reflecting her commitment to quality and process improvement.
Dana now leads the firm’s A&A department, supports internal quality initiatives, and helps guide the firm’s peer review process. Her focus on teamwork, transparency, and proactive communication aligns strongly with our mission and values.
Education & Credentials
- MBA
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
- Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
- Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
Areas of Expertise
- External Audit & Attestation
- Internal Audit Leadership & Sarbanes-Oxley Compliance
- Fraud Risk Assessments & Investigations
- Internal Control Design & Process Improvement
- Nonprofit & Single Audits
- Employee Benefit Plan Audits
- Automotive & Manufacturing Industry Audits