“The audit is just the beginning. Where true value comes in is through delivering to our clients the deep insights that help solve their business problems.”

Tara Alex

EY Americas Audit Services Insurance Leader

Accountant. Avid reader and concertgoer. Proud soccer and hockey mom. Passionate about developing next-gen leaders.

As EY Americas Audit Services Insurance Leader, Tara oversees all audit accounts in the insurance sector, focusing on driving audit quality, exceptional client service and bringing valuable business insights to audit committees, boards and C-suite executives.

With nearly 30 years of experience working with life, property, casualty and health insurance companies, Tara has assisted clients with various needs ranging from initial public offerings and complex reinsurance transactions to acquisitions and dispositions. In addition to her role leading audit services in the insurance sector, Tara is also actively involved in the development of EY professionals and EY diversity, equity and inclusiveness efforts.

She is a licensed CPA in Massachusetts and member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and of the Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants. She is also on the board of Project Place. Tara has a BA from College of the Holy Cross. 

How Tara is building a better working world

“I am dedicated to mentoring and supporting emerging professionals as they navigate the formative stages of their career paths. The deliberate nurturing and development of future leaders is of paramount importance for upholding the high standards of client service that we are known for. It is in this process of investing in their growth and witnessing their progress that I find great personal satisfaction and a sense of accomplishment.”

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