Paul Bates

Paul Bates, MBA, is a seasoned financial professional with extensive experience in financial analysis and management. Currently serving as a Senior Financial Analyst at Vanderbilt University Medical Center since August 2021, Paul specializes in developing financial analyses, statements, and presentations. Prior roles include Senior Financial Analyst positions at Ceres Terminals Incorporated and AIG, where responsibilities encompassed budget preparation, profitability modeling, and variance analysis. Additionally, Paul has a background as a Controller at URBAN SUN, INC., and has held various senior roles at INGRAM BOOK GROUP, contributing significantly to financial planning, inventory control, and operational efficiencies. Paul holds an MBA in Finance from Belmont University and has completed a Certificate of Accountancy from David Lipscomb University, along with degrees in Music and Education from Jacksonville State University.