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A Numbers Game: Female Executives Setting the Standard for Financial Leadership

  • Writer: The WW Team
    The WW Team
  • Oct 17
  • 4 min read

Every organization talks about growth. But behind the scenes, who’s making sure that growth is real, sustainable, and smart? Spoiler alert: it’s often women.


In our latest Wednesday Women spotlight series, we're proud to feature executive women leading the charge in finance. From CFOs and VPs of Finance to Controllers and AP leaders, these women are not just balancing the books—they're driving strategy, stewarding resources, and ensuring long-term resilience for their organizations.

And they’re doing it in an industry that hasn’t always been easy to rise in.


Although women make up more than half of accounting and finance graduates, they hold just a fraction of the top roles. In fact, women represent only 18% of CFOs at Fortune 500 companies—and the number drops even lower when you narrow in on sectors like tech or private equity.


That’s why we’re bringing this list to life. Because visibility matters. Because leadership looks many different ways. And because finance deserves more voices, more perspectives, and more women at the table.


Whether you’re looking for your next boardroom advisor, fractional CFO, fintech speaker, or just want to follow more women who truly get how business works—this is your list.


This series is made possible by our generous partner, Rillion—a company on a mission to modernize and simplify accounts payable automation for growing businesses. Rillion helps finance leaders free up time and unlock visibility across their organizations. We’re proud to team up with Rillion to recognize the women transforming finance from the inside out.


We’re Spotlighting:

  • Chief Financial Officers (CFOs)

  • VPs of Finance & Senior Finance Leaders

  • Controllers

  • Accounts Payable & Treasury Executives

  • Finance Transformation & Automation Leaders


These women aren’t just managing finances and teams—they’re building more efficient, high-powered businesses on every level.


Ada Johnson| VP of Financee @ Sift

Amy Foo | Chief Financial Officer @ Ignition

Heather Harwood | Sr. Director of Finance @ Docusign


See the post featuring Ada, Amy, and Heather
See the post featuring Ada, Amy, and Heather

Angela Parker | Chief Financial Officer @ DuraServ



Billie O'Connor || Chief Financial Officer @ Mulberry England

Jessica Lanier | Chief Financial Officer @ Restaurant365




Rita Marie Reed | Global Finance Leader & Keynote Speaker

Catrine Rhenberg  | Managing Partner and Co-Head of Strategic Payments @ NURABAL

Annie Leschin  | Vice President of Strategic Finance & IR @ OneStream Software.

Aina Konold | Audit Chairperson @ Savers | Value Village.



Big impact, big names.

Wednesday Women features extraordinary leaders with our special weekly features - and the Women in Finance who we featured on the first and last days of the series are definitely worth learning more about:



Alessandra Miranda | General Manager Free Trade Zone and Border @ Diageo

See Alessandra's feature post and read about how she brings empathy and precision to leadership in finance:

“Finance isn’t just about numbers—it’s about understanding the story behind them. When you lead with both data and empathy, you make better decisions and build stronger, more resilient teams.”

Maria Pitol | Chief Financial Officer @ WorkCare, Inc.

See Maria's feature post and read how she’s redefining the modern CFO as both a financial steward and transformation leader:

“Today’s CFO is more than a numbers person—we’re strategic partners driving innovation, growth, and resilience. When you stay curious and embrace change, you unlock the power to lead real transformation.”

Michaela Lehr | Chief Financial Officer @ Action IQ (acquired by Uniphore)

See the post Featuring Michaela and read why she is on a mission to raise financial fluence across leadership teams:

“If every executive—from VP to CEO—truly understands how their company is being measured, they can collaborate more effectively and make smarter, faster decisions. Creating a shared language around metrics isn’t just good business—it’s how great teams win.”

Jennifer Chan | | Chief Financial Officer @ Aclima & Startup Advisor

See Jennifer's feature post and read why she's committed to leveling the playing field for women foundersand executives:

“Don’t let a roadblock convince you it’s the end of the road. With determination and the right support, you can push through anything—and rise even higher than you imagined.”


How You Can Support Women In Finance


One of the best ways to support executive women leading in financial roles at companies across industries is by amplifying their voices. Some ways you can do this include:


  • Following these women on social platforms and engaging with their content

  • Reading their insights and interviews, and inviting them to speak on panels

  • Advocating for increased diversity in hiring within privacy companies


Learn More About Our Sponsor: Rillion

Rillion is a leading provider of accounts payable (AP) automation and payment solutions, offering tools to streamline financial processes for businesses globally. Specializing in AP automation and payments, Rillion’s services cover the entire workflow from data capture to invoice approval and payments. Trusted by over 3,000 companies in more than 50 countries, Rillion maintains offices across the US and EMEA. Backed by private equity firm Altor since 2021, Rillion continues to innovate in the financial technology sector, empowering organizations to achieve greater efficiency in their accounts payable processes.

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