Cook County President Names New Comptroller

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle Monday appointed Reshma Soni as the county’s new comptroller.

Soni has been interim comptroller since July and had been deputy comptroller since October 2011. Under her tenure, Cook filed its fiscal 2011 comprehensive annual financial report on time for the first time in 10 years. Soni also worked at Deloitte & Touche LLP for five years and in the city of Chicago’s compliance office.

“Reshma’s hard work for the residents of Cook County has been integral in allowing us to modernize our financial systems, and implement important initiatives that have strengthened the county’s relationship with vendors and businesses,” Preckwinkle said in a statement. “As we continue to improve our fiscal management and streamline operations, Reshma’s leadership and experience will be invaluable.” 

The county board still needs to approve the appointment.           

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