The Auditing Firm of Jan Ahrendt, LLC

Where Experience Counts!

Qualifications

Jan Ahrendt,
President and Chief Executive Officer


Jan has more than 40 years of banking experience, specializing in bank operations, internal controls, human resources, regulatory compliance, policy development, audits, and training. Before establishing the auditing firm, Jan successfully worked with Wells Fargo Bank for 16 years, California Federal Bank for five years as Vice President of the Investigation and Control Department, and lastly as the Audit Manager for an independent consulting firm for seven years.

In 1994, Jan received a certificate from Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA, formerly IBAA) designating her as a Certified Community Bank Internal Auditor. In 2003, Jan received a certificate from Bank Administration Institute (BAI) designating her as a Certified Risk Professional with a specialty in Compliance. In conjunction with this prestigious designation, Jan was also presented with the First Achievement Award in recognition for attaining the highest examination score nationwide. In 2006, Jan received the Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist designation from the Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists (ACAMS).

Jan was integral in the establishment of a new community business bank which made its debut in the Temecula Valley area in September 2007.  She now serves as Chairman of the Board as well as Audit Committee Chairperson.  These leadership roles give Jan the unique opportunity to view banking operations and compliance issues with both the perspective of a bank board member as well as that of an auditor.  

To expand her professional knowledge, Jan continues to participate in banking association training seminars and conferences.


Jan leads a team of dynamic and highly-skilled audit specialists and consultants who share her commitment to excellence, featuring ~

Mara De’Armond-Wunsch, Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist

Susan Donovan

Sharene Shank

Tava Puertas

Cheryl Cisneros