Paul Short Email & Phone Number

I am a seasoned finance executive with 30+ years of comprehensive expertise, ranging from venture capital-funded startups to middle-market and Fortune 1000 global public and private companies. Throughout my career, I’ve served as the lead audit partner for global clients across sectors such as automotive, electronics, and consumer products.My deep experience auditing middle-market and Fortune 1000 multinational companies equips me with a strong foundation in SEC reporting, IPOs, secondary equity and debt offerings, and M&A transactions. As the office managing partner, I was recognized for my innovative leadership, which enabled me to drive long-term value and foster growth. My commitment to excellence, combined with strategic foresight, helps me to anticipate and navigate future challenges, consistently delivering results. My leadership experience extends beyond finance and business strategy. I’ve also served in key Board roles across numerous university, community, and nonprofit boards. This diverse board involvement, including leadership positions such as Chairman, Finance Chair, Audit Committee Chair, and Director, has allowed me to contribute to advancing professional organizations, economic development groups, and community initiatives. I am a trusted advisor to C-suite teams and boards on risk management, process improvement, internal audit, and regulatory relationships.Throughout my career, I have been most proud of recruiting and developing strong teams and serving as a mentor to many C-level executives, board members, and professionals.

Listed skills include Auditing, Internal Controls, Sec Filings, Mergers And Acquisitions, and 40 others.

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  California State University-San Bernardino

  Business Administration - Accounting