Women To Watch Awards 2026 honors Nicole Saxton

Nicole Saxton is a seasoned accounting and finance professional with 10 years of progressive experience and a passion for using financial insight, strategic thinking, and leadership to drive meaningful organizational impact.

As a Senior Accountant at ISC2, Nicole operates at the intersection of accounting, financial analysis, and business strategy. Her work spans complex financial reporting, forensic and investigative accounting, revenue recognition under ASC 606, $38M+ in deferred revenue, global and multicurrency reconciliations, P&L analysis, budgeting and forecasting, cost accounting, internal controls, audit support, and process improvement. She partners with department leaders to analyze financial performance, challenge forecasts, identify opportunities and risks, and ensure financial plans remain aligned with broader organizational objectives.

Beyond the numbers, Nicole is committed to developing people and strengthening the organizations she serves. She provides mentorship and coaching to accounting professionals, contributes to cross-functional initiatives, and continuously looks for ways to improve processes, strengthen controls, leverage technology, and create greater efficiency and accountability.

Nicole holds a Bachelor’s degree in Communication from Gardner-Webb University and is pursuing a Master of Business Administration with an Accounting concentration from Eastern Washington University.

Recognized for her leadership, versatility, analytical perspective, and commitment to excellence, Nicole represents a generation of women redefining what it means to lead in finance—bringing together technical expertise, strategic vision, and a genuine investment in people.