How Neena got here
With over 25 years of public accounting experience, Neena began her career after a cost accounting class sparked her interest in the field. As a partner with the firm, she leads the government contracting team and has been instrumental in establishing and expanding the assurance practice at the Fairfax office.
Neena brings a unique combination of technical expertise and industry insight, supported by several professional credentials, including:
- Government Contract Accounting Certificate
- Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
- Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA)
- Forensic Certified Public Accountant (FCPA)
She serves as a peer reviewer for employee benefit plan engagements, government contracting, and System and Organization Controls (SOC) examinations, and serves as an AICPA Peer Review Program Expert SOC specialist. Her technical expertise has been recognized by Virginia Business magazine, which named her a Super CPA in the Assurance category.
How Neena can help you
Neena works with organizations to navigate complexity, strengthen operations, and manage risk in highly regulated environments. She brings extensive experience leading complex assurance and advisory engagements, providing guidance in areas including audit and assurance, internal controls, fraud and forensic accounting, cybersecurity, employee benefit plan audits, and transaction-related support.
Although her primary focus is on government contractors, including those in the technology industry, Neena also assists businesses across the construction, real estate, not-for-profit, healthcare, and manufacturing sectors. She advises government contractors on navigating FAR, CAS, DCAA, and other regulatory requirements, while helping them improve operational efficiency, strengthen compliance frameworks, and position their businesses for sustainable growth.
Neena actively supports the government contracting community through detailed training, education, and collaboration. She partners with organizations such as Virginia APEX Accelerators to provide guidance on navigating compliance requirements, strengthening business operations, and positioning businesses for strategic growth. She regularly leads structured training sessions focused on:
- FAR and compliance fundamentals
- Preparing for successful DCAA audits
- Financial and operational readiness for growth
- Navigating complex regulatory and market changes
Focus Areas
Audit and Assurance; Consulting; SOC Examinations; Cybersecurity
Industry Areas:
Construction; Employee Benefit Plans; Government Contracting; Not-for-Profit
