Bill Franko

Bill Franko, CPA is a senior financial executive and Certified Public Accountant with more than 35 years of progressive experience in the accounting profession. His career reflects a sustained record of leadership in both public accounting and executive‑level financial management, with responsibilities spanning corporate governance, international financial operations, treasury oversight, and specialized audit functions. He is recognized for his technical expertise, sound judgment, and consistent adherence to the highest standards of professional integrity.

Career Experience

Bill’s professional background includes extensive service in senior financial leadership roles within complex, multinational environments. He served as Treasurer and Controller for a publicly traded luxury goods corporation listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange, where he was responsible for financial stewardship at the highest level of international corporate governance.

In these roles, Bill:

Directed treasury operations, cash management, and liquidity planning for a global enterprise.

Prepared and delivered comprehensive financial management reports for Executive Committees and senior leadership.

Oversaw corporate accounting functions, internal controls, and compliance with international reporting standards, including ICS (Internal Control System) compliance as required by Swiss Corporate Reform.

Demonstrated reliability and fiduciary responsibility in his capacity as Treasurer, earning the trust of executive leadership and external stakeholders.

Led team in facilitating the annual external audit by PriceWaterhouseCoopers. 

His broader career includes substantive experience in Tax, Internal Audit, and Forensic Accounting, providing him with a multidimensional understanding of financial risk, regulatory compliance, and investigative methodologies. This combination of operational leadership and specialized technical expertise positions him as a highly capable advisor in both routine and high‑risk financial environments.

Professional Credentials

Bill Franko is a licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. His licensure reflects his mastery of professional accounting standards, ethical requirements, and regulatory obligations governing the practice of public accountancy