Cynthia Barnes

Cynthia Barnes, CPA has over 15 years of experience in accounting and finance roles. Cynthia most recently served as the Director of Accounting at Apex Supply Company starting in 2020. Prior to that, from 2018 to 2020, they were the Controller at ARTERIORS Home, where they led the accounting team during a transition to private equity ownership and was responsible for financial statements, accounting close, tax compliance, internal controls, and audit support.

From 2016 to 2017, Cynthia was the VP and Controller at BeautiControl, Inc (Tupperware Brands Corporation), where they oversaw a finance, IT, and HR team and reported to the Tupperware Brands Corporate CFO. Cynthia also served as the Director, Accounting and Analysis at BeautiControl, Inc. from 2009 to 2016, leading a team and overseeing all aspects of general ledger, accounting operations, budgeting, and corporate reporting.

Cynthia's career in accounting began in 2003 at Harper & Whitfield, P.C., where they worked as an Accountant and gained experience in financial statement preparation for small manufacturing companies and non-profits, as well as tax return preparation.

Overall, Cynthia Barnes has demonstrated their expertise in financial management, accounting operations, team leadership, and compliance throughout their career.

Cynthia Barnes, CPA, obtained a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and Business/Management from Drury University, completing their studies between 1979 and 1983.