Christine Lee Ryder
About Christine Lee Ryder
Christine Lee Ryder serves as the Chief Financial Officer at the Free Library of Philadelphia Foundation, bringing extensive experience in finance from both nonprofit and for-profit sectors.
Work at Free Library of Philadelphia Foundation
Christine Lee Ryder serves as the Chief Financial Officer at the Free Library of Philadelphia Foundation since 2022. In this role, she oversees financial operations, ensuring the foundation's fiscal health and compliance. Her responsibilities include budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis, which contribute to the foundation's mission of supporting the library's programs and services.
Previous Experience at National Philanthropic Trust
Prior to her current position, Christine worked at the National Philanthropic Trust as Senior Controller and Assistant Treasurer from 2018 to 2022. During her four years in Jenkintown, PA, she managed financial reporting and compliance, enhancing the organization's financial operations and supporting its philanthropic initiatives.
Finance Leadership at The Barnes Foundation
Christine held the position of Director of Finance at The Barnes Foundation from 2015 to 2018. In this role, she was responsible for financial planning and analysis, contributing to the foundation's operational efficiency and strategic financial management in the Greater Philadelphia Area.
Educational Background in Finance and Business Administration
Christine Lee Ryder earned her Bachelor of Science in Finance from Philadelphia University. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master's degree in Business Administration from the University of Baltimore. Her academic background supports her extensive expertise in financial operations and management.
Expertise in Financial Operations and Team Mentoring
Christine possesses expertise in various general ledger systems, accounting operations, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis. She has a proven track record of managing and closing accounting cycles and producing operational reports. Additionally, she enjoys mentoring a diverse team, fostering professional growth and collaboration.