Jeff Shade is a Managing Director in Embark’s Financial Advisory Services practice, based in San Francisco. An accomplished advisor and former Senior Manager in EY’s FAAS practice, he has led complex, cross-functional engagements across healthcare and life sciences, med tech, nonprofit, and government.

As a go-to subject matter resource, Jeff has guided clients through complex business combinations, tackled intricate technical accounting issues (e.g., complex ASC 606 arrangements), navigated the dynamic regulatory landscape of ESG and health equity, and orchestrated strategic cash flow forecasting. His proficiency extends to empowering organizations (e.g., multi-hospital health systems/academic medical centers, global nonprofit organizations, early-stage biomedical startups) with best-in-class resources and tools to streamline their financial statement close processes and establish robust, audit-ready internal controls.

Known for deep technical rigor and a client-first mindset, Jeff translates complexity into clear action, builds high-performing teams, and delivers thoughtful, high-impact solutions for executives navigating critical finance and reporting challenges.