Financial Operations Manager

Overview

A digital consultancy focused on enhancing public services through design and technology is seeking a Financial Operations Manager. The organization works with government agencies to modernize service delivery and supports a civic movement aimed at improving how government serves communities digitally.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial operations ensuring compliance with federal contracting requirements including FAR, CAS, and DCAA audit readiness
• Oversee contract financial setup and management such as funding, burn rates, ceilings, and cost controls
• Prepare and present monthly financial reports with forecasts, variance analyses, and insights for leadership
• Support annual budgeting and rolling forecasts in collaboration with delivery and leadership teams
• Serve as primary administrator and subject-matter expert for Unanet, managing project setup, labor costing, billing, and revenue recognition
• Train staff on Unanet best practices and improve workflows and reporting for compliance and scalability
• Lead preparation, review, and submission of customer invoices ensuring accuracy and timely delivery
• Design and maintain finance processes, internal controls, and best practices to support consistency and risk mitigation
• Identify and implement opportunities to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and transparency in finance operations
• Act as a financial partner to delivery and leadership, translating data into actionable operational and strategic insights
• Support core accounting activities within Unanet, including general ledger management and reconciliations

Requirements

• Experience managing financial operations in a government contracting environment
• Deep knowledge of FAR compliance, indirect rates, cost accounting standards, and DCAA audit requirements
• Hands-on expertise with Unanet including project setup, billing, and reporting
• Proven ability to oversee billing, revenue recognition, and project accounting for government contracts
• Advanced skills in Excel and Google Sheets including financial modeling and data analysis
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate complex financial concepts clearly to non-finance stakeholders
• Ability to travel occasionally for work
• Must perform all work within the U.S., excluding U.S. territories
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
• May require public trust or security clearance and successful completion of a background check

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting growth-stage or scaling organizations
• CPA, CMA, MBA, or similar advanced education or certification
• Experience with cross-functional projects or teams
• Prior experience in civic tech or remote team environments

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $130,000 to $150,000, based on experience and qualifications
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Dependent care FSA, healthcare FSA, and health savings accounts
• Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match up to 10% of salary with no vesting period
• Flexible paid-time-off policy (approximately 25 days annually), plus 11 paid federal holidays
• Up to 12 weeks paid leave for eligible new birth, adoption, or foster parents
• Performance rewards including annual salary increases, bonuses, and stock options
• Business development and referral bonuses
• $2,000 annual allowance for professional development
• $750 annual allowance for tech-related purchases
• $100 annual swag budget for merchandise

Location

• All work must be performed within the United States, excluding U.S. territories

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an equal opportunity organization committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin.