{"id":1134382,"url":"https://alion.io/job/ifac-head-of-finance-international-federation-of-accountants","title":"Head of Finance - International Federation of Accountants","company":{"id":1043275,"name":"IFAC","domain":"ifac.org","url":"https://alion.io/company/ifac","size_band":null,"is_staffing_agency":false,"is_intermediary":false,"ats_vendor":"JazzHR","truth_index":null},"role":"Finance","role_family":"Finance","seniority":"head","employment_type":null,"work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":[],"countries":[],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":{"min":175000,"max":225000,"currency":"USD","period":"year","gross":null,"usd_annual":225000},"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":10,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-09-23T06:57:21Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-09-23","last_verified_at":"2026-09-23T10:03:46Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":0,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":0},"description":"INTERNATIONAL FEDERATION OF ACCOUNTANTS (IFAC)\nDuring 2024, IFAC shifted its strategic focus to maximizing member value and experience. The Member Value Proposition (MVP) was created and is currently being embedded into all of IFAC’s activities: \nIFAC, by connecting and uniting its members, makes the accountancy profession truly global. \nIFAC member organizations are champions of integrity and professional quality and proudly carry their membership as a badge of international recognition. \nIFAC and its members work together to shape the future of the profession through learning, innovation, a collective voice, and commitment to the public interest. \nIFAC has traditionally delivered member services from a centralized operating model based in New York. As part of the transformation to a new target operating model, IFAC will move to a global multi-location model, which will greatly enhance our ability to deliver value to member organizations around the world. As part of this shift, we welcome applicants from around the globe to apply and contribute to our mission.\nIFAC also continues to provide operational and administrative support to the International Foundation for Ethics and Audit (IFEA) through a service-level agreement. IFEA is a separate, independent non-profit organization that houses two international standard-setting boards focused on audit and ethics.\nPOSITION SUMMARY\nThe Head of Finance is a key member of IFAC’s finance leadership team, responsible for overseeing financial planning and analysis, budgeting, compliance, reporting, and day-to-day financial operations. This hands-on role partners closely with the Chief Financial and Administrative Officer (CFAO) to maintain strong financial stewardship, support strategic decision-making, and maintain IFAC’s financial health and sustainability. The Head of Finance leads a team to deliver timely and accurate financial insights, supports enterprise risk management, and helps drive operational efficiency across IFAC’s global operations.\nESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES\nEssential duties and responsibilities include those that are set out below. Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs.\nOversee the preparation and delivery of financial reports, forecasts, and analyses to inform decision-making by the CFAO and senior leadership team.\nLead the annual budgeting process and multi-year financial planning, ensuring alignment with IFAC’s strategic goals.\nDevelop and maintain financial models, key performance indicators (KPIs), and dashboards to track organizational performance.\nManage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting.\nEnsure compliance with IPSAS (International Public Sector Accounting Standards) for nonprofits, tax regulations, donor requirements, and other relevant financial standards.\nOversee grants management and restricted funds, ensuring proper accounting and compliance.\nSupport enterprise risk management efforts, maintaining strong internal controls and financial policies.\nCoordinate and manage the annual audit process, serving as the primary liaison with external auditors.\nOversee accounting for IFEA and assist with annual financial statement audit.\nLead the accounting and financial management of the Forum of Firms, including oversight of reporting, compliance, and alignment with IFAC’s financial governance standards.\nIdentify and implement improvements in financial systems, processes, and digital tools to enhance efficiency and accuracy.\nManage, mentor, and coach the Finance team to enhance leadership capabilities and drive organizational impact.\nPartner with departments across IFAC to support operational planning, financial forecasting, and resource allocation.\nPartner with various departments to support diversified funding initiatives, providing financial insights and ensuring proper accounting treatment for new and existing revenue streams.\nPrepare financial presentations for the CFAO, Senior Leadership, and external stakeholders as required.\nSupport contract and vendor management with financial analysis and risk assessment.\nParticipate in strategic initiatives and projects as assigned by the CFAO.\nProvide Finance support in alignment with established Service Level Agreements (SLAs) to ensure timely, high-quality service delivery to partner organizations.\nQUALIFICATIONS\nBachelor’s or an equivalent degree in Accounting, Finance, Analytics, or a related field; CPA strongly required\n10+ years of progressive finance leadership experience, with at least 3 years at the executive level\nDeep knowledge of nonprofit, international NGO, or association financial management\nExpertise in budgeting, forecasting, and audit processes\nFamiliarity with grants administration and global financial compliance\nStrong board and governance experience; able to engage with financial committees\nExceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with senior executives, boards, committees, external officials, and diverse cultural groups.\nExcellent negotiation, diplomacy, and issue-resolution skills, with the ability to achieve consensus among varied viewpoints.\nCommitment to quality processes and high-quality deliverables.\nFlexibility and adaptability in a dynamic environment.\nThe wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Additionally, if an applicant is US-based, provided they meet all eligibility requirements under the applicable plan documents, employees (and their eligible dependents) will be eligible to enroll in group healthcare plans that offer medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees will also be able to enroll in our company’s 401 (k) plan, as well as a deferred compensation plan, provided they meet plan requirements.\nThe disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At IFAC, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for candidates in the NY-Metropolitan region is $175,000 to $225,000.\nIf NY-Metropolitan based this is a hyrbid position with in-office work 1-2 days per week.\nIFAC is an equal employment employer. 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