Sarah A. Almeida

Sarah Almeida, CPA, CGMA, serves as Vice President for Finance at Communities In Schools of North Carolina, overseeing the organization’s $6M+ financial operations since November 2019. With extensive experience in financial leadership, Sarah previously held the position of Senior Director of Finance at the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants, managing over $250M in global financial operations. Additionally, Sarah directed financial operations for the AICPA and held progressive roles within the organization, focusing on budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. Earlier career experiences include managerial roles at Freddie Mac and consultancy positions at BearingPoint and Nextel International, alongside a strong academic background with a B.S. in Accounting from Salisbury University, graduating with a 3.9 GPA.