Lara Rothenberg, Cpa
About Lara Rothenberg, Cpa
Lara Rothenberg is the Executive Director of FP&A - Product Development & Technology at The New York Times, with extensive experience in financial systems implementation and team mentorship. She has held various roles in finance and accounting at HBO and PricewaterhouseCoopers, and she holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Accounting from Boston University.
Current Role at The New York Times
Lara Rothenberg serves as the Executive Director of FP&A - Product Development & Technology at The New York Times. She has held this position since 2021, contributing to the financial planning and analysis functions within the organization. Her role involves overseeing financial systems and enhancing product development initiatives, ensuring alignment with the company's strategic goals.
Professional Background
Lara Rothenberg has a diverse professional background in finance and accounting. She began her career at PricewaterhouseCoopers as a Senior Associate from 1999 to 2002. Following this, she joined HBO, where she held multiple roles, including Manager of Project Accounting, Manager/Sr Accountant of Consolidated Financial Reporting, and Director of Finance - Financial Systems, spanning from 2002 to 2019. Her extensive experience at HBO equipped her with skills in financial reporting and project management.
Education and Expertise
Lara Rothenberg earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Accounting from Boston University School of Management. She studied there from 1995 to 1999. Her educational background laid the foundation for her expertise in financial systems implementation and enhancement projects, which she has applied throughout her career.
Mentorship and Team Engagement
Lara Rothenberg actively engages resources at all levels within her organization. She is known for mentoring team members, fostering professional growth, and promoting collaboration. Her ability to tailor financially focused communications to various audiences enhances her effectiveness as a leader and mentor.