Bethany Friday

Senior Finance Partner

Professional Overview

Bethany Friday is a seasoned finance professional with over 15 years of experience in the nonprofit and real estate sectors. As the Senior Finance Partner at The Sainsbury Family Charitable Trusts, she leverages her deep expertise in financial management, reporting, and strategic planning to drive impactful initiatives that support the organization's philanthropic mission.

Experience Summary

Current Role

In her current role as Senior Finance Partner at The Sainsbury Family Charitable Trusts since 2021, Bethany is responsible for overseeing the financial operations of the organization's diverse portfolio of charitable trusts. She works closely with the executive team to develop and implement robust financial strategies, ensuring the efficient and transparent allocation of resources to maximize the impact of the Trusts' charitable giving.

Career Progression

Prior to her current role, Bethany held finance leadership positions at various organizations, including serving as Vice President of Finance at JEWISHcolorado, where she played a pivotal role in streamlining financial reporting and implementing cost-saving measures that enhanced the organization's financial sustainability. She also served as Financial Controller at The Cable Center, where she led the implementation of a new enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, improving financial visibility and operational efficiency.

Academic Background

Bethany holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Colorado Boulder, where she graduated with distinction. She is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and has completed specialized training in nonprofit financial management and strategic philanthropy.

Areas of Expertise

Financial management and reporting

Nonprofit accounting and compliance

Strategic planning and budgeting

Donor relations and philanthropic advisory

Process improvement and technology implementation

Professional Impact

During her tenure at The Sainsbury Family Charitable Trusts, Bethany has spearheaded the development of a comprehensive financial dashboard, providing the executive team with real-time insights into the organization's financial performance and enabling data-driven decision-making. Additionally, she has played a crucial role in strengthening the Trusts' relationships with key stakeholders, including grant recipients and major donors, through her strategic financial advisory services.

Conclusion

With her deep industry expertise, proven leadership skills, and commitment to driving positive change, Bethany Friday is poised to continue making a significant impact in the nonprofit sector as the Senior Finance Partner at The Sainsbury Family Charitable Trusts.