Clara Sims, Cpa, MBA
About Clara Sims, Cpa, MBA
Clara Sims is a CPA and MBA who serves as the Controller at Zylo since 2021. With extensive experience in tax management and financial oversight, she has held key positions at various companies, including ExactTarget and ANGI Homeservices.
Work at Zylo
Clara Sims has served as the Controller at Zylo since 2021. In this role, she oversees financial operations and ensures compliance with accounting standards. Her responsibilities include managing financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting. Clara plays a significant role in investor relations by preparing quarterly and yearly deliverables. She also assists with executive and board duties, including the preparation of board decks and financial plans.
Previous Experience in Tax Management
Prior to her role at Zylo, Clara Sims worked at ANGI Homeservices as a Senior Tax Manager from 2014 to 2021. During this time, she managed tax compliance and strategy for the organization. Before that, she held the position of Tax Manager at ExactTarget from 2010 to 2014, where she focused on tax-related issues in the Indianapolis, Indiana area. Her experience spans over a decade in tax management roles.
Education and Expertise
Clara Sims earned her MBA and Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Indiana University Bloomington, completing her studies from 2002 to 2007. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her expertise in financial management. She specializes in managing stock compensation, including handling Carta and cap tables, and preparing 409A documents. Clara's skills also extend to treasury responsibilities, including securing and amending term loans.
Background in Accounting
Clara Sims began her career as a Tax Senior Associate at KPMG, where she worked from 2007 to 2010. This role equipped her with essential skills in tax compliance and advisory services. Her background in accounting has been instrumental in her subsequent positions, allowing her to effectively manage financial operations and contribute to organizational success.