Barry Shenker, Cpa, MBA
About Barry Shenker, Cpa, MBA
Barry Shenker is a Vice President of Financial Planning and Analysis at IPG, where he has worked since 2017. He holds a CPA and an MBA, with a background in accounting and finance from Lehigh University and NYU Stern School of Business.
Work at Interpublic Group
Barry Shenker has held multiple roles at Interpublic Group (IPG) since joining the company. He started as a Senior Manager in Corporate Reporting from 2007 to 2012. He then progressed to Assistant Director of Corporate Reporting and Executive Compensation Accounting from 2012 to 2014. Following this, he served as Director of Financial Planning and Analysis from 2014 to 2017. Since 2017, he has been the Executive Director of Financial Planning and Analysis, and since 2019, he has held the title of Vice President in the same department. His tenure at IPG spans over 15 years.
Education and Expertise
Barry Shenker holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Lehigh University College of Business, where he studied from 1998 to 2002. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science in Accounting and Information Systems from the same institution between 2002 and 2003. Additionally, he earned a Master of Business Administration with a focus on Finance from NYU Stern School of Business from 2010 to 2012. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his roles in financial planning and analysis.
Background
Before joining Interpublic Group, Barry Shenker worked at EY as an Advanced Senior Accountant from 2003 to 2007 in London, United Kingdom. This role contributed to his expertise in financial reporting and analysis. His experience at EY laid the groundwork for his subsequent positions at IPG, where he has developed a comprehensive understanding of corporate finance and reporting.
Career Progression
Barry Shenker's career has shown a clear trajectory in financial planning and analysis. After starting at EY, he transitioned to IPG, where he has taken on increasing responsibilities over the years. His roles have evolved from Senior Manager in Corporate Reporting to Vice President of Financial Planning and Analysis. This progression reflects his growing expertise and leadership in the financial domain.