Our Story

Veridian Advisory was founded to provide companies with senior-level audit and compliance guidance without the complexity, cost, or overhead of a full-time hire or large consulting firm.

After nearly two decades leading SOX programs, performing internal audits, and managing risk functions across public companies and high-growth environments, we saw a recurring need:
organizations needed experienced leadership, but wanted flexibility, transparency, and real execution — not theory.

Veridian exists to fill that gap.

Who We Are

Veridian Advisory is led by a proven SOX and Internal Audit professional with over 16 years of experience in:

• Public companies (SOX 404(a) & 404(b))

• Big Four external audit

• Internal audit leadership roles

• Operational, financial, and compliance audit execution

• Risk assessment, scoping, remediation, and controls optimization

Our approach blends technical accuracy with practical execution — giving companies a partner who can think strategically and deliver immediately.

What Sets Us Apart

Practical, Real-World Expertise

We don’t just advise — we roll up our sleeves and work side-by-side with your teams to solve problems.

Senior-Level Support Without the Overhead

You get Big Four and industry-grade leadership without paying for unnecessary layers, project managers, or inflated billing structures.

Clear, Consistent Communication

We simplify complex audit concepts into clear next steps, keeping executives and control owners aligned.

Flexible, Scalable Engagement Models

From fractional SOX leadership to targeted advisory projects, we scale to your needs — not the other way around.

Audit-Ready Documentation & Evidence

Everything we deliver is built to withstand scrutiny from auditors, regulators, and boards.

Our Approach

1. Understand Your Business

We begin by listening — learning your processes, pressures, and priorities.

2. Strengthen Your Controls Environment

We design, test, and optimize controls that are practical, efficient, and compliant.

3. Provide Clear, Actionable Insights

No jargon. No fluff. Just solutions your team can implement.

4. Support Your Teams Every Step of the Way

We partner closely with Finance, Accounting, IT, HR, and leadership — ensuring execution follows strategy.

Meet the Founder

Nerik Galibov — Founder & Principal, Veridian Advisory LLC
Nerik Galibov is a seasoned SOX and Internal Audit leader with over 16 years of experience across Big Four public accounting, global media, digital publishing, technology, and complex public-company environments. Over the course of his career, Nerik has strengthened internal control frameworks, optimized financial processes, and helped organizations meet the rising expectations of regulators, investors, and external auditors.

Nerik began his career in Big Four external audit, where he built a strong foundation in PCAOB standards, financial reporting, operational audits, testing methodologies, and internal controls. He later transitioned into senior internal audit and SOX leadership roles, becoming a trusted partner to Finance, Accounting, FP&A, Operations, IT, HR, and executive leadership teams.

Throughout his career, Nerik has successfully led:

• Full-cycle SOX 404(a) and 404(b) programs

• Annual risk assessments & scoping across multiple business processes

• Design and operating effectiveness testing

• Controls rationalization & optimization initiatives

• Remediation programs involving design gaps, deficiencies, and testing failures

• Audit committee and leadership reporting

• Controllership support, including financial close reviews, journal entry controls, and reconciliation frameworks

• Cross-functional process documentation, RCM development, and walkthroughs

• IPO readiness and compliance maturity transformations

Nerik is known for his ability to combine technical precision with practical execution, delivering clear, actionable solutions that work for real teams—not just on paper. His leadership style emphasizes communication, clarity, transparency, and hands-on partnership with internal stakeholders.

His experience spans high-growth companies, multi-entity environments, system migrations, organizational restructures, and business models with rapidly evolving operational needs. He has consistently helped organizations reduce audit pain, minimize control failures, and modernize their compliance programs.

Nerik founded Veridian Advisory LLC to offer companies flexible, senior-level support without the complexity or cost of full-time hires or large consulting firms. His mission is simple:
provide reliable, audit-ready, execution-focused SOX and Internal Audit expertise that strengthens financial integrity and supports long-term growth.

Today, Nerik serves as a trusted partner to organizations seeking clarity, confidence, and consistency in their control environment—delivering leadership you can rely on and results you can measure.

Our Mission

To empower organizations with reliable, senior-level audit and compliance expertise that strengthens financial integrity, reduces risk, and builds trust.

Our Values

Integrity

We operate with transparency, accuracy, and honesty.

Excellence

High-quality work, meticulous documentation, and industry-level rigor.

Partnership

We work collaboratively with your teams — not over them.

Accountability

We deliver what we promise. And we communicate every step of the way.