Cyndi Vara

ABOUT Cyndi

Cyndi is a Certified Public Accountant who began her professional career in 1995, working in public accounting for approximately 7 years providing audit, tax, accounting and consulting services with an emphasis on tax-exempt organizations.  Before joining the Foundation, Cyndi also worked as Director of Finance for a large tax-exempt organization in Amarillo, Texas. 

Cyndi is the Foundation’s Chief Financial Officer.  Cyndi oversees the Foundation’s financial processes, financial reporting, budgeting, annual audit and tax returns preparation, and human resources administration.   Cyndi also provides support to the Audit and Investment Committees of the Foundation.

EDUCATION

West Texas A&M University
Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting, Certified Public Accountant

Professional affiliations

Permian Basin Chapter of Texas Society of CPAs, member
Finance Administration & Operations Group (FAOG) for Community Foundations, member of FAOG Communications, Accounting Practices, and HR Committees

FAVORITE place IN WEST TEXAS?

Cyndi loves the “mountain region” of Texas, and she especially enjoys spending time in Fort Davis and Marfa.

Favorite quote

“A comfort zone is a beautiful place, but nothing ever grows there.” –  John Assaraft.

Favorite local restaurant

Her own kitchen.

Favorite activity 

Cyndi loves to cook, garden, and travel with her husband and three dogs.