Lori Short, CPA

Lori Short, CPA has a diverse and extensive work experience spanning over two decades. Lori currently serves as the Controller at Kumquat Biosciences Inc. since August 2019. Prior to that, they held the same position at Wellspring Biosciences, Inc./Araxes Pharma LLC from January 2017.

Before their roles as a Controller, Lori served as the Assistant Controller at Wellspring Biosciences from January 2014 to December 2016, and as the Accounting Manager from September 2012 to January 2014. Additionally, they worked as an Assistant Controller at Kura Oncology, Inc. from October 2014 to June 2015.

Lori's earlier experience includes working as an Accounting Manager at Intellikine Inc. from April 2009 to July 2012. In this role, they oversaw day-to-day accounting functions, prepared financial statements, and assisted with audits and tax returns. Prior to that, they served as a Senior Accountant at La Jolla Pharmaceutical Company from October 2004 to March 2009, where they assisted in the preparation of external financial statements and internal reporting packages.

Lori started their career as an Audit Senior at Ernst & Young from November 2002 to October 2004. Before transitioning into the accounting field, they gained experience as a Production Office Manager at South Coast Repertory from July 1997 to July 1999.

With their extensive accounting expertise and continuous progression in various roles, Lori Short has proven herself as a skilled and dedicated CPA.

Lori Short, CPA obtained their B.S. in Business - Accounting from San Diego State University between 2000 and 2002. Prior to that, they attended San Diego Mesa College from 1999 to 2000, studying Business Administration and Management, General. Before their college education, Lori earned their Associate of Arts - AA in Psychology from Orange Coast College in 1997. Furthermore, they are a certified CPA, having obtained this certification from the California Board of Accountancy in October 2004.