Cayla Maestas

Cayla Maestas, CPA, has a strong and diverse work experience. Cayla is currently working at FirstBank Southwest as the Controller, Senior Vice President since April 2023. Prior to that, they held various positions within the company, including Senior Vice President, Vice President, and Assistant Vice President.

Before joining FirstBank Southwest, Cayla served as the Executive Director at Spearman Economic Development Corporation and Chamber of Commerce from July 2017 to May 2018.

Cayla also gained experience at First State Bank as an Assistant Compliance Officer from November 2014 to July 2017.

Cayla worked at Texas Tech University as the Director of Alumni Relations and Assistant Director. As the Assistant Director, they were responsible for planning and organizing the annual accounting recruiting process, mentoring students, and networking with corporate recruiters.

Their early work experience includes working as an Audit Associate at KPMG from November 2010 to October 2011.

Overall, Cayla has a strong background in finance, compliance, management, and accounting.

Cayla Maestas, CPA, earned their Master of Science in Accounting (MSA) degree from Texas Tech University - Rawls College of Business, from 2005 to 2009.