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GuzmanGray is pleased to announce the appointment of Morimasa Ueda, CPA, as Assurance Partner, effective July 14, 2024. Ueda will lead GuzmanGray’s Japanese Service Group. His appointment supports the firm’s strategic growth in PCAOB audit services and reaffirms its deep commitment to serving Japanese companies listed on NASDAQ.
Ueda brings more than 30 years of professional experience, including two decades at Ernst & Young (EY), where he most recently served as a Partner serving Japanese clients. A fluent Japanese speaker and highly experienced PCAOB auditor, Ueda has built a distinguished career advising publicly traded companies on complex accounting, auditing, and regulatory matters.
“I am honored to join GuzmanGray and look forward to contributing to the firm’s outstanding reputation for audit quality and client service,” said Ueda. “As the global business landscape continues to evolve, I’m excited to help our Japanese clients navigate U.S. regulatory requirements and capital markets with confidence and clarity.”
GuzmanGray’s Japanese Service Group provides PCAOB and U.S. audit services to Japanese companies operating or listed in the United States. With a team of bilingual professionals and deep cross-border expertise, the group is uniquely positioned to bridge cultural, linguistic, and regulatory gaps to support client success.
“Our investment in top-tier talent like Morimasa reflects our continued dedication to audit quality and to the unique needs of our Japanese clients navigating the U.S. capital markets,” said Sam Salty, Global Managing Partner at GuzmanGray. “His experience, cultural fluency, and technical depth make him an ideal leader for our Japanese Service Group and a key contributor to our firm’s future.”
Ueda’s appointment aligns with GuzmanGray’s broader strategy to expand its international capabilities and enhance services for cross-border clients.
