With a degree in finance from the University of Pittsburgh, Clement has spent over seven years as a management consultant at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) where he helped Fortune 1000 companies refine their risk management and back-office processes.  At CRA, Clement performs accounting services, as well as consulting and technology transformation services.  Clement is currently pursuing his master’s in accounting.

With a Ph.D. in economics from Emory where she published a peer-reviewed article discussing price switching during macro-economic shocks, Rita previously worked at KPMG where she performed tax due diligence projects and tax audits for large banks.  She was a research assistant at the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta.  Additionally, she has an Ms. Fin and an MBA with a concentration in forensic accounting.  At CRA, Rita performs accounting and forensic accounting services.

With over 25 years of risk management experience, Paul has extensive consulting experience from his early days developing a security architecture for the U.S. Department of State to his ongoing client work. Paul is a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and a Certified Information Security Manager (CISM). Paul previously worked at PwC and Deloitte, where he gained a strong governance-risk-compliance (GRC) and cybersecurity background.  He is well-versed in many Cybersecurity standards and practices including NIST SP 800-171, 800-53, and the NIST Cybersecurity Framework amongst others.

With more than 25 years of experience in operational and supply chain finance leadership, Jeff brings deep expertise in strategic investment planning, supply chain optimization, regulatory compliance (including SOX), and continuous improvement initiatives. He has played a key role in leading Mergers & Acquisitions due diligence and integration efforts, consistently driving operational excellence and financial performance. Jeff is also skilled in fostering a culture focused on lean manufacturing principles and performance measurement through key performance indicators (KPIs), delivering measurable results for stakeholders.

Jeff holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (Accounting emphasis) from West Virginia University and a Master of Business Administration from Robert Morris University.

Veronica Ceballos is a recent graduate of Duquesne University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in business administration with a double concentration in economics and management. She brings experience from two internships at Ernst & Young, including roles in Risk Consulting and the Launch program, where she conducted SOX compliance testing, supported cross-functional teams, and contributed to client engagements across various industries. Veronica also completed an externship through Paragon One in collaboration with PwC, where she developed strategic consulting recommendations for nonprofit organizations. Bilingual in Spanish and English, she is proficient in NetSuite, Stata, and Microsoft Office tools. At CR Advisory, Veronica applies her analytical and consulting experience to support clients and continue growing in the accounting and advisory space.

Eric Camden is a senior at the University of Pittsburgh, where he is pursuing a double major in accounting and data analytics. Alongside his academic pursuits, he is a dedicated D1 student athlete on the university’s swim team, where he demonstrates a strong work ethic, discipline, and time management skills. This summer marks his first experience with CR Advisory, where he is gaining hands-on exposure to the world of accounting and advisory services. In addition, he is set to intern at PwC during the summer of 2027, with aspirations of pursuing a career within the Big Four accounting firms.