Yunliang Zhang, CPA, Achieves Recognition for Expertise and Contributions to the Field of Assurance and Auditing
Press Release September 18, 2026
Yunliang Zhang, CPA, recognized as an assurance experienced manager at BDO USA
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She leads audit engagements, manages audit teams, oversees audit quality and collaborates closely with clients across diverse industries, including biotechnology and venture capital.

SAN DIEGO, CA, September 18, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Yunliang Zhang, CPA, has been recognized for achievement in the field of assurance and auditing.

Ms. Zhang currently serves as an assurance experienced manager at BDO USA, a role she began in 2025. In this capacity, she leads audit engagements, manages audit teams, oversees audit quality and collaborates closely with clients across diverse industries, including biotechnology and venture capital.

Her responsibilities include developing and mentoring professionals, strengthening client relationships, leading engagement teams, and partnering closely with audit partners to deliver high-quality audit services. Ms. Zhang's expertise in accounting, financial reporting, client relationship management, audit quality, and client service has been instrumental in her professional success and continued growth.

Throughout her career, Ms. Zhang has specialized in serving emerging growth companies, particularly within the life sciences and biotechnology sectors, providing audit and assurance services that support their evolving business, financial reporting, and compliance needs.

From 2024 to 2025, Ms. Zhang served as an audit manager at BDO USA, where she was recognized for guiding clients through complex accounting and financial reporting challenges. Between 2022 and 2024, she served as an experienced senior auditor at BDO USA.

Ms. Zhang has demonstrated the ability to successfully lead through change and complexity. While serving as a Senior Associate, she assumed significant manager-level responsibilities for two key audit engagements following unexpected leadership transitions. Her leadership helped ensure the successful and timely completion of both audits while fostering long-term client relationships that continue today.

From 2020 to 2022, Ms. Zhang was an audit senior at the same firm, where she further honed her technical skills and contributed to the development of junior staff members. She began her tenure at BDO USA as an experienced audit associate from 2019 to 2020, some time after relocating to the United States. Prior to her relocation, she worked as an audit assistant at Ruihua Certified Public Accountants (RSM China) from 2011 to 2013 in China.

Ms. Zhang's educational background has played a pivotal role in her achievements. She earned a Master of Science in international accounting from Rennes School of Business in France in 2010. In 2009, she graduated with a bachelor's degree in finance and financial management services from Zhongnan University of Economics and Law in Wuhan, China.

In addition to her academic credentials, Ms. Zhang is a licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in both Iowa and California. She has also passed Level I of the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Program through CFA Institute, further demonstrating her commitment to continuous professional development and technical excellence.

A core motivator for Ms. Zhang is her commitment to developing people and fostering collaborative, high-performing teams. She believes that a strong team culture drives both individual growth and collective success. A dedicated CPA with a passion for problem-solving, she enjoys helping clients navigate complex accounting and financial reporting challenges while supporting the professional development of future leaders.

Known for her commitment to professional excellence, Ms. Zhang is an Emerging Leader member of the Athena San Diego Foundation, an organization dedicated to advancing women in STEM through leadership development, mentorship, and community engagement. Beyond her professional pursuits, she supports community initiatives through volunteer service and charitable contributions benefiting educational programs, local food banks, and other philanthropic organizations.

In her personal life, Ms. Zhang enjoys spending time with family, engaging in activities with her two daughters, reading, swimming, visiting the beach, and maintaining an active lifestyle.

Professionally, she is committed to delivering exceptional client service, developing strong client relationships, mentoring future professionals, and leading high-performing engagement teams. She is passionate about helping organizations navigate complex accounting and financial reporting matters while fostering a culture of collaboration, excellence, and continuous learning.

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