David S.

David S. is an experienced finance professional with a diverse background in budget management and financial analysis. Currently serving as a Finance Manager at Metro since January 2022, David previously held the role of Finance Manager - Innovation and Ventures at Mercy Corps from September 2016 to October 2021. In this position, David provided critical financial guidance, developed custom forecasting tools, streamlined budgets, and managed audit processes, resulting in clean financial assessments. David's earlier roles at Mercy Corps included Grant Compliance Advisor and Regional Finance Officer, where compliance and financial reporting were key responsibilities. Prior to Mercy Corps, David contributed to U.S. Global Leadership Coalition as a Policy Associate and Program Officer, advocating for increased federal funding and managing grant processes at the Blum-Kovler Foundation. David holds a Bachelor of Arts degree with a double major in International Studies and Political Science from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, along with a certificate in International Relations from Sciences Po.