Paula Welch

Paula Welch, CPA, currently serves as System Controller and Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance at the University of North Texas System since May 2015, demonstrating expertise in leadership, financial reporting, finance and accounting operations, and compliance. Previously held roles include Interim Vice Chancellor for Finance and Sr. Associate Controller within the same institution. From April 2012 to May 2015, Paula was Controller/Accounting Manager for the City of Fort Worth, focusing on general ledger management, financial reporting, and grant administration. Prior to that, Paula worked as Comptroller/Deputy Director for the North Central Texas Trauma Regional Advisory Council, managing financial reporting and compliance. As County Auditor for Navarro County from 1985 to 2008, Paula developed annual financial reports and received national recognition for excellence in financial reporting for 14 consecutive years. Early career experience includes managing gas purchase accounting at Lone Star Gas Company. Paula earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from The University of Texas at Dallas.