Cindy Carothers

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Education

B.S. Accounting – Elizabethtown College

Certifications

Certified Public Accountant – Pennsylvania

Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor

Professional Affiliations

American Institute of CPAs - Member

Pennsylvania Institute of CPAs - Member

Cindy Carothers

CPA

Manager

Tax & Accounting Services

With an extensive track record spanning over three decades, Cindy brings a wealth of expertise in public accounting, encompassing corporate, partnership, and individual tax domains. Her specialized focus lies in delivering tailored services to small businesses and individuals, coupled with a proficiency in QuickBooks consulting.

In her role at the Carlisle office, Cindy orchestrates the weekly Accounting Services Department meetings and oversees the seamless flow of related communications across offices. She is also an active member of the firm’s Accounting, Consulting, & Tax Services Committee, Payroll Focus Committee, and Amusement Committee.

Cindy was voted Best CPA/Accountant in The Sentinel’s Best of Cumberland County Awards in 2025.

Industries

  • Closely-Held Businesses

Community Involvement

St. John Lutheran Church – Treasurer

Leadership Cumberland – Class of 2018

Steppin Woofs Canine Dance Troop - Member

Cumberland Valley Corvette Club - Member

Lower Susquehanna Synod – Past Audit Committee Chair

Cumberland County Department of Aging – Past Advisory Board Member

Client Testimonials

The person who does my taxes, Cindy Carothers, is very knowledgeable -- I trust her, which is very important for someone who is working with my money and is between me and the IRS.

A Carlisle Tax Client

Cindy Carothers is amazing. She did our taxes for many years. My husband was always extremely pleased with doing business with Cindy. My husband passed away this January and Cindy stepped in and helped me in everything I needed assistance with. She has an awesome team as well.

A Carlisle Tax & ACTS Client

I work with Cindy Carothers of the Carlisle, PA office. She takes my questions seriously and answers them professionally (i.e., she doesn't patronize me as other professionals sometimes tend to do).

A Carlisle Tax Client

Excellent interaction with Cindy, accessible and easy to work with, and always ready to help.

A Carlisle Tax Client

Cindy Carothers has always given our Association quick and efficient service. She has taken time to explain the process of changing our fiscal year to a calendar year in great detail and help us work through the complex process.

A Carlisle Tax Client

She is very friendly, accessible, responsive, knowledgeable, and really the reason SEK earns high marks from us. Nice person too.

A Carlisle Tax Client

The accountant I have is excellent and goes out of her way to help me. Thank you Cindy Carothers!

A Carlisle Tax Client

She always helps me. Always finds an answer and never gets frustrated.

A Carlisle Tax Client

I’m very satisfied with working with SEK and Cindy over the years.

A Carlisle Tax Client

She always looks out for my interest and the interest of my company.

A Carlisle Tax Client

We have had a good relationship with Cindy. She is always patient and willing to answer questions.

A Carlisle Tax Client

Cindy always does an excellent job in a timely manner each year.

A Carlisle Tax Client

I have had excellent service working with Cindy Carothers for several years. She is very understanding and helpful.

A Carlisle Tax Client

Cindy has always responded promptly with answers to my questions and has made timely filings for my Organization.

A Carlisle Nonprofit Client

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