Gwen Davidow

Experience

1. Director of Finance and Administration

   Impact Ed International

   Mar 2025 — Present

   Finance Leadership & Strategic Oversight - Ensure strong financial stewardship and strategic oversight for Impact(Ed) International, leading all financial operations, including reporting, audits, budgeting, and investment management, ensuring compliance with GAAP and donor regulations- With a focus on financial integrity and sustainability, collaborate with leadership to provide insightful analysis, manage cash flow, and support board engagement on financial strategy. Administrative Leadership & Compliance - Oversee key administrative functions to ensure compliance, reputation, and operational efficiency, including managing insurance renewals, safeguarding nonprofit status, and overseeing registrations in the U.S. and abroad- Maintain our presence on platforms like Sam.gov, GuideStar, and Charity Navigator.Grants & HR Management: Ensuring Compliance & Efficiency - Provide financial oversight and compliance support for grants and contracts, collaborating with program teams on cost proposals and budget management- Ensure accurate financial reporting for government, foundation, and corporate funders while managing subcontractor agreements and compliance- Oversee key HR functions, including employee records, benefits administration, and IRS filings—ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance. Contracts, Compliance & Organizational Development - Oversee contract and legal processes, ensuring donor agreements, subcontractor budgets, and country office contracts align with compliance standards- Manage registrations, vendor contracts while collaborating with legal teams.#ContractsManagement #LegalCompliance #NonprofitLeadership #OrganizationalDevelopment #GrantsManagement #HRLeadership #NonprofitFinance #Compliance #NonprofitLeadership #Compliance #OperationalExcellence #FinanceLeadership #NonprofitFinance #StrategicPlanning

Skills

• Organizational Development
• Entrepreneurship
• Nonprofit Organizations
• International Development
• Start-Ups
• Government
• Nonprofits
• Public Relations
• Business Strategy
• Non-Profits
• Sustainability
• Research
• Proposal Writing
• Management Consulting
• Spanish
• Business Planning
• Fundraising
• Public Policy
• Corporate Social Responsibility
• Marketing
• Strategy
• Project Management
• International Relations
• Strategic Planning
• Management
• Program Development
• Public Speaking
• Change Management
• Program Management
• Policy Analysis
• Market Research
• Marketing Communications