Global Accounting Services Chief Financial Officer

Global Accounting Services Chief Financial Officer

Based in Seattle, Washington, the Global Accounting Services Chief Financial Officer will report directly to the CFO and lead the foundation’s global accounting, tax, treasury, payroll, and financial compliance functions. The role oversees more than $89billion in assets and operations across multiple international offices and affiliated entities, providing executive leadership for a globally distributed team of approximately 40 professionals.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership for global accounting, tax, treasury, payroll, and financial compliance functions.
• Shape and execute a long-term strategic vision for global financial operations that supports organizational growth, innovation, and mission impact.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, country office directors, and affiliated leaders on financial strategy, risk management, and operational excellence.
• Establish accounting policies and governance standards across international offices, subsidiaries, and related organizations.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, IFRS, tax regulations, and applicable local statutory requirements across all jurisdictions.
• Maintain a strong internal control environment and oversee enterprise‑wide financial risk management practices.
• Lead the preparation and oversight of financial statements, regulatory filings, audits, and supporting documentation.
• Oversee monthly and annual close processes and coordinate effectively with internal and external auditors.
• Drive continuous improvement in financial policies and procedures in response to evolving regulatory and accounting standards.
• Coordinate key touchpoints with investment management teams at the foundation trust and other funding entities.
• Lead global business transformation initiatives, including integration of AI‑enabled tools, automation, and modern financial systems.
• Drive operational excellence through scalable processes, streamlined workflows, and data‑driven decision making.
• Oversee treasury and insurance operations to ensure effective liquidity management and enterprise risk mitigation.
• Support establishment and operational launch of new entities and international offices, including financial infrastructure, controls, and governance.
• Lead and develop a globally distributed team grounded in accountability, trust, and belonging, fostering an inclusive culture where employees can innovate and contribute meaningfully.
• Model inclusive leadership behaviors and equitable decision making while addressing complex organizational challenges with diplomacy and clarity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in finance, accounting, business, or a related field; CPA required.
• Significant executive‑level finance and accounting leadership experience within complex, global organizations.
• Deep expertise in global accounting operations, tax strategy, financial reporting, treasury management, internal controls, and regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
• Proven ability to lead large‑scale transformation initiatives, including systems modernization, process optimization, and organizational change management.
• Strong strategic orientation with the ability to translate complex financial information into actionable insights for diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience advising senior executives, boards, audit committees, and cross‑functional leaders.
• Advanced understanding of enterprise risk management, governance frameworks, and financial controls.
• Experience managing complex multi‑entity financial structures such as foundations paired with endowment trusts, subsidiaries, or affiliated investment vehicles.
• Exceptional collaboration and influencing skills, with the ability to build trust and alignment across geographically distributed teams and functions.
• Strong people‑leadership experience, including building inclusive teams, developing talent, and leading through complexity and change.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging technical and non‑technical audiences alike.
• Unrestricted work authorization in the country where the position is located; no immigration sponsorship will be provided.

Salary and Benefits

Salary range: $368,500 to $571,100 USD annually.

Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with no premiums; generous paid time off; paid family leave; foundation‑paid retirement contribution; regional holidays; and opportunities to engage in employee communities.

Equal Employment Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or prior protected activity. The foundation is committed to maintaining a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace and to ensuring that everyone—especially those with the fewest resources—has access to opportunities needed to succeed.