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About the Internet Society

The Internet Society (ISOC) supports and promotes the development of the Internet as a global technical infrastructure, a resource to enrich people's lives, and a force for good in society. Our work aligns with our goals for the Internet to be open, globally connected, secure, and trustworthy. We seek collaboration with all who share these goals.

Together, we focus on building and supporting the communities that make the Internet work; advancing the development and application of Internet infrastructure, technologies, and open standards; and advocating for policy that is consistent with our view of the Internet.

About the Position

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Senior Manager, Budgeting and Forecasting, provides support for activities required to effectively manage budgeting and monitor spending for the Internet Society and Internet Society Foundation. This role is responsible for overseeing the budgeting, forecasting, internal financial reporting, and analysis of financial results.

Location

Remote

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the annual budgeting process, including coordinating with strategy on timeline alignment, developing training for non-finance staff on budget monitoring and expense coding, and ensuring cross-functional readiness.
• Partner with program and department budget owners to develop and manage budgets and financial plans for all approved programs, operations, and strategic initiatives.
• Manage the forecasting process to ensure the financial forecast reflects actual results, emerging trends, and updated expectations.
• Oversee the Budgeting and Forecasting team in analyzing and monitoring the actual-to-budget variances, identifying material deviations, and ensuring the organization's spending remains aligned with approved budget and plans.
• Analyze the financial performance of programs and operations, delivering actionable insights and ongoing financial guidance to budget owners across the organization.
• Partner with the Accounting team to ensure that internal financial reports are tailored to the needs of program and department budget owners, senior leadership, and the Board of Trustees, and that they are produced accurately and timely.
• Lead budget-to-actual variance reviews, proactively identify spending risks in collaboration with budget owners, and ensure senior leadership is well apprised.
• Support the CFO with board reporting, long-term financial sustainability planning, and annual audit preparation.
• Supervise and develop the Senior Accountant, Budgeting & Forecasting, providing mentorship, performance guidance, and day-to-day oversight.
• Oversee financial management of grants awarded to ISOC, ensuring appropriate spend, accurate coding of eligible expenses, timely reporting, proactive monitoring for delays or underspend, and alignment with the Accounting team on restricted balances and the net asset roll forward.
• Other duties as assigned

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance with 8-10 years of experience
• Prior experience in budgeting and forecasting for a global non-profit organization is highly preferred.
• Solid reporting and presentation skills preferred.
• Excellent computer skills; advanced MS Excel skills and proficiency with accounting, budgeting, and forecasting systems.
• Strong knowledge of finance and accounting standards, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Previous management experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, demonstrated integrity, and professionalism.
• Must be proficient and able to thrive in a fast-paced, global environment.
• Ability to multitask, work under pressure, and meet deadlines required.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal.

What You'll Love About Us

• Make an Impact.We have an exciting vision and mission to bring the internet to everyone!
• Great Company Culture. We are a global team and live our values of collaboration, inclusion, respect, people and passion in all of our HR programs including our new recognition program!
• Holiday/Vacation. Generous paid time off and paid public holidays.
• Benefits. Based on local in-country guidelines.
• Give back.Get paid to volunteer in your community!
• Professional Development and Educational Benefits. Annual company contribution towards professional development or higher education.
• Flexible Work Models. Flexible work-from-home.

Compensation and benefits for this position will be paid in local currency and based on the country and geographic location's local salary and benefits market data for the position. Exact pay will be based on factors including but not limited to relevant qualifications, experience, geographic location, education, business and organizational needs.

The Internet Society is an equal opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, color or any other protected class. Compensation and benefit package for this position will be competitively commensurate with the successful applicant's qualifications. Applications will be evaluated until the position has been filled. The list of applicants will not be posted publicly and will be reviewed in confidence by members of the evaluation committee.

Important Notice to Applicants:
The Internet Society will never request payment or fees from candidates at any stage of the hiring process. All official communications will originate directly from the Internet Society. Any use of third-party recruiters or partners will be clearly indicated in the job posting. If you receive unsolicited or suspicious outreach claiming to represent the Internet Society, please treat it with caution.