• Lead, develop, and manage a team of approximately 30 finance professionals across accounting, payroll, AP, and audit/compliance functions • Instill a culture of customer service across the Controller’s Office, ensuring finance is considered an accessible, responsive partner to program and country teams • Own the global monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, driving significant reductions in close timelines through process improvement and team development • Champion the use of AI-driven tools and automation across functions to improve efficiency in accounting, AP, payroll, and reporting • Ensure compliance with US GAAP, donor requirements, local statutory requirements, and CHAI’s internal policies across all entities • Lead the AP team through the transition from manual to automated workflows • Provide technical guidance, oversight, and support to finance teams across CHAI’s 35 country offices