Karla Barrera, Cpa
About Karla Barrera, Cpa
Karla Barrera is a Gas Financial Accounting Analyst at CenterPoint Energy, where she has worked since 2020. She previously held various positions at PwC, including Assurance Associate and Assurance Senior Associate, and earned both her Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Accounting from Texas A&M University.
Work at CenterPoint Energy
Karla Barrera has been employed at CenterPoint Energy since 2020, serving as a Gas Financial Accounting Analyst. In this role, she is responsible for financial reporting and analysis related to gas operations. Her work contributes to the overall financial management and strategic planning of the company.
Previous Experience at PwC
Before joining CenterPoint Energy, Karla Barrera worked at PwC in various capacities. She served as an Assurance Associate from 2016 to 2019, where she gained experience in financial audits and assurance services. She was promoted to Assurance Senior Associate in 2019, a position she held until 2020. Additionally, she completed an internship at PwC in 2015, which provided her with foundational skills in auditing.
Education and Expertise
Karla Barrera earned her Master's degree in Accounting from Texas A&M University, completing her studies from 2015 to 2016. Prior to that, she obtained a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Accounting from the same institution, studying from 2011 to 2015. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in accounting principles and practices.
Background
Karla Barrera has a professional background in accounting and finance, with experience in both public accounting and corporate finance. Her career began with an internship at PwC, where she developed essential skills in auditing. Over the years, she advanced within the firm, ultimately taking on senior roles before transitioning to her current position at CenterPoint Energy.