Paul Chiarelli has over 15 years serving clients primarily in the financial services and real estate industries. His expertise extends to mortgage banking, private lending, private equity, real estate, and asset-based lending. Paul’s focus includes financial statement audits, internal control analysis, subservicing oversight, quality of earnings assessments, and LEAP filings. 

Prior to co-founding Cathedral, Paul served as a partner at Acquavella, Chiarelli, Shuster, LLP. His career began at Amper, Politizner, and Mattia (now part of EisnerAmper), where he gained experience in commercial audit, manufacturing, distribution, pharmaceuticals, insurance, PEOs, and REITs. Notably, Paul also contributed to SEC filings and registration statements during his tenure at EisnerAmper. 

Paul holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Rutgers University, Camden, and is a licensed Certified Public Accountant. He actively participates in professional associations, including the American Institute of CPAs, Mortgage Bankers Association, and New Jersey Society of CPAs. Additionally, he serves as an appointed board member for the Mortgage Bankers Association of New Jersey.

As a sought-after speaker, Paul has shared his insights at numerous mortgage banking conferences, including the Mortgage Bankers Association Accounting and Finance Conference.