Nik Assanand

With over 20 years of experience, Nik is an audit partner who specializes in the financial services industry, serving clients in the investment management, insurance, banking/credit union, and investment dealer sectors. Nik’s specialties also include pension and benefit plans. He is also a practice leader in reporting under the Global Investment Performance Standards and has advised numerous clients in achieving compliance with these requirements. Nik has a deep understanding of the operational control environment, as well as an extensive knowledge of the accounting, tax and regulatory issues relevant to financial services entities. Nik is also a Financial Instruments and Derivatives Specialist and has extensive experience with securitization transactions, derivatives and hedging and financial instruments accounting. Nik is also a regular speaker at industry events.