Head of Finance

INTERNATIONAL FEDERATION OF ACCOUNTANTS (IFAC)

During 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:

• IFAC, by connecting and uniting its members, makes the accountancy profession truly global.
• IFAC member organizations are champions of integrity and professional quality and proudly carry their membership as a badge of international recognition.
• IFAC and its members work together to shape the future of the profession through learning, innovation, a collective voice, and commitment to the public interest.

IFAC 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.

IFAC 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.

The 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.

Essential duties and responsibilities include those that are set out below. Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs.

• Oversee the preparation and delivery of financial reports, forecasts, and analyses to inform decision-making by the CFAO and senior leadership team.
• Lead the annual budgeting process and multi-year financial planning, ensuring alignment with IFAC’s strategic goals.
• Develop and maintain financial models, key performance indicators (KPIs), and dashboards to track organizational performance.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting.
• Ensure compliance with IPSAS (International Public Sector Accounting Standards) for nonprofits, tax regulations, donor requirements, and other relevant financial standards.
• Oversee grants management and restricted funds, ensuring proper accounting and compliance.
• Support enterprise risk management efforts, maintaining strong internal controls and financial policies.
• Coordinate and manage the annual audit process, serving as the primary liaison with external auditors.
• Oversee accounting for IFEA and assist with annual financial statement audit.
• Lead the accounting and financial management of the Forum of Firms, including oversight of reporting, compliance, and alignment with IFAC’s financial governance standards.
• Identify and implement improvements in financial systems, processes, and digital tools to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Manage, mentor, and coach the Finance team to enhance leadership capabilities and drive organizational impact.
• Partner with departments across IFAC to support operational planning, financial forecasting, and resource allocation.
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