Empowering Businesses with IT Solutions, Compliance, and Risk Management to Achieve Operational Excellence

Transforming Complexity into Clarity

WONDERING WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT?

Your Partner in Navigating IT, Compliance, and Risk Management

Collaborative Solutions for Operational Excellence

At Atheena, we specialize in simplifying your toughest compliance, audit, and regulatory challenges. With expert solutions in cybersecurity, IT, SOC, SOX, ICFR, financial certifications, internal and external audits, internal control assessments and risk assessments, we ensure your business stays ahead.

We know how overwhelming, challenging, and daunting security and compliance can be...
We provide actionable strategies that drive tangible results.
Let us handle the complexities of the ever-evolving technology, data security, regulatory, and compliance landscape—so you can focus on what matters most: YOUR BUSINESS.

Simplifying Complex Compliance & Audit Challenges
Whether you're going through an internal health check, revamping your operations, setting up new business operations or navigating audits—internal, external, or regulatory—we are here to help. We act as your trusted advisor, assessing your current status and conducting readiness checks to identify gaps in controls. Our commitment extends beyond simply delivering audit issues & findings; we create tailored solutions, implement them effectively, and ensure they will pass audits.We collaborate with you as trusted advisors and consultants, identifying and solving problems together. Unlike external auditors, we remain engaged throughout the process, helping you navigate compliance needs and operational improvements. Our expertise spans all lines of defense (1st, 2nd, & 3rd LOD), ensuring you are fully supported.

Our Difference? At Atheena, we don’t just hand over issue findings report and walk away. Unlike others, we stick with you through the entire process—helping you find and implement solutions, test them, and continuously monitor.
You're not left alone to figure it out or find solutions on your own!

What We Can Help You With & Our Services

Achieve and maintain SOC compliance with our comprehensive services. We guide you through the requirements and implementation of SOC 1, SOC 2, and SOC 3, ensuring your organization meets industry standards for security and trust. We ensure your controls align with industry standards, improving your financial reporting (SOC 1) and securing sensitive data (SOC 2) through detailed assessments, risk mitigation, and control implementation.

Assess and enhance your IT capabilities with our tailored evaluations. We identify strengths and weaknesses in your technology infrastructure, recommending actionable improvements to align IT with business objectives and drive operational excellence.

Safeguard your organization with our thorough IT controls testing services. We rigorously evaluate the effectiveness of your IT controls, identifying vulnerabilities and recommending enhancements to bolster your security and compliance posture.

Strengthen your internal control environment through our design and effectiveness testing services. We work with you to create tailored controls and rigorously test their operating effectiveness, ensuring robust risk management and compliance.

Enhance your financial integrity with our SOX Control Testing advisory services, guiding your organization to meet the stringent requirements of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act. We provide expert consulting to help maintain transparency and trust in your financial reporting processes.

Ensure compliance with Canadian regulations through Financial Certification (52-109) services. We provide expert guidance on internal controls and financial reporting, helping you meet legal obligations while bolstering investor confidence.

Improve efficiency and identify risks with our Internal Audit services. We provide comprehensive evaluations of your processes and controls, delivering actionable insights to enhance your operations and strengthen governance.

Our External Audit Advisory services offer consulting support for evaluating your financial and IT processes. We focus on compliance guidance, identifying areas for improvement, and providing recommendations to enhance organizational effectiveness—without expressing independent audit opinions. We also conduct readiness assessments and provide the necessary tools to help ensure you are well-prepared to successfully pass your external audits.

Streamline your business with our Policy & Procedure Audit services. We review and document your processes to ensure compliance, consistency, and efficiency, helping you mitigate risks and improve organizational clarity.

Resolve complex audit and regulatory challenges with targeted strategies. We work closely with your team to analyze findings, recommend best practices, and implement corrective actions, ensuring compliance and fostering a culture of continuous improvement to mitigate future risks.

Streamline your ERP journey with customized support for selecting and implementing the right system. We assess your unique business needs, recommend suitable ERP solutions, and guide you through integration to optimize processes and drive efficiency.

Restore confidence after a security breach with our specialized remediation strategies. We conduct thorough assessments to identify vulnerabilities, implement corrective measures, and develop robust initiatives to bolster your security posture against future threats.

Gain actionable insights into your organization's performance with our detailed current state assessments. We evaluate processes, technology, and compliance measures, providing tailored recommendations that align with your strategic objectives for sustainable growth.

Collaborate with us to design and implement effective financial, IT, and operational controls tailored to your needs. We ensure that your controls are compliant, effective, and aligned with industry best practices.

Prepare for audits and regulatory reviews with our Readiness Assessments. We assess your organization’s preparedness, identify gaps, and provide actionable recommendations to ensure a smooth, successful audit or compliance process.

Strengthen your data security with our assessments focusing on availability, confidentiality, and privacy. We identify risks and implement effective controls to safeguard sensitive information and ensure compliance with regulations.

Identify, analyze, and mitigate risks with our Risk Assessment services. We provide tailored evaluations to uncover potential threats and implement strategies that protect your organization and ensure regulatory compliance. Navigate complex regulatory environments with confidence. Our Regulatory Risk Assessment services help you understand potential compliance risks and implement controls to mitigate legal exposure and ensure adherence to regulations.

Unlock your business’s financial potential with our expert Financial Consulting. We provide tailored advice on budgeting, forecasting, cost management, and financial strategy to help you achieve your financial goals and drive growth.

Safeguard your organization with our proactive IT risk management strategies. We assess potential threats and vulnerabilities, recommending tailored measures to mitigate risks and enhance your compliance framework.

Elevate your governance, compliance, and risk management efforts with our GRC initiatives. We develop customized frameworks that streamline compliance processes, enhance accountability, and foster a culture of risk awareness.

Ensure comprehensive internal control effectiveness with our assessment services, for instance, OSFI, AML, KYC, and cybersecurity controls. We evaluate both regulatory and non-regulatory frameworks, providing actionable insights that strengthen compliance, protect against financial crimes, enhance operational efficiency, and safeguard sensitive data.

Ensure reliability and compliance with our system testing and validation services. We conduct thorough evaluations to confirm that your systems function as intended, meeting both operational and regulatory requirements.

Drive successful IT and compliance initiatives with our strategic planning services. We collaborate with you to develop actionable roadmaps that align technology investments with business objectives for long-term success.

Enhance your governance framework with our ITGC assessments. We evaluate your IT general controls to ensure they effectively mitigate risks and support compliance, protecting your organization’s critical assets.

Build resilience with our business continuity management planning services. We help you develop comprehensive strategies that ensure your organization can effectively respond to disruptions, safeguarding operations and stakeholder interests.

Prepare for unforeseen events with our disaster recovery planning and assessment services. We design tailored recovery strategies that minimize downtime and ensure quick restoration of critical business functions.

Improve your operational efficiency through our detailed audits and health checks. We evaluate your processes and performance metrics, providing specific recommendations that drive productivity and effectiveness.

Maintain a strong compliance posture with our ongoing monitoring services. We provide continuous assessment of your controls and processes, identifying potential issues early and ensuring sustained operational effectiveness.

YOUR TRUSTED ADVISORY PARTNER

Huma Elyasizadeh,
Founder & Principal Consultant

I started Atheena with a clear mission: to help businesses not only identify problems but solve them. After graduating with honours from Western University, I earned my CPA, CA designation while working as an external auditor at EY. During that time, I saw firsthand how companies were often left to navigate complex audit findings on their own, as external auditors—by no fault of their own—must remain independent and objective.That’s where Atheena is different. Because we don’t need to maintain independence, we become your partner. We work alongside you, not just to identify gaps but to design, implement, and monitor tailored solutions, ensuring continuous success. Compliance and operational excellence don’t have to be expensive or disruptive. I help alleviate the stress of constantly evolving regulations, ensuring your workforce remains focused and effective while staying ahead of compliance demands.With over 15 years of experience spanning a wide range of industries, I bring a deep understanding of internal controls, IT, technology capabilities, compliance, and risk management. I’ve had the privilege of working with some of the top global and national companies across diverse industries. Just to name a few: Big 4 firms like EY and Deloitte, financial institution leaders like TD, Scotiabank, RBC, CIBC, Laurentian Bank, and CBB Bank, telecom leaders such as Telus and Bell, and major brands like OPG, SSR Mining, Lifelabs, MNP, Manulife, WSIB, Grant Thornton, and MRB. And this is just a small fraction of the diverse companies we've partnered with.Let’s start a conversation about how we can help elevate your already great company into one that exemplifies compliance excellence!

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