Senior Manager, Finance and Compliance

Senior Manager, Finance and Compliance

Arlington, VA, United States of America

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Senior Manager, Finance and Compliance

About Palladium:

Operating in over 50 countries, Palladium is a global consulting and implementation company working in partnership with governments, businesses, investors, and communities to design and deliver solutions that create lasting positive impact. We address some of the world's most complex challenges across infrastructure, economic growth and natural capital, health, energy, climate and environment, and digital transformation-strengthening systems, institutions, and markets to support inclusive and sustainable development. Our more than 2,100 staff worldwide work as trusted advisors across diverse contexts, combining deep technical expertise, implementation techniques, and innovative technology to deliver locally informed, client-focused solutions that help organizations achieve measurable, sustainable impact.

Palladium is part of GISI's global family of companies, which aims to create solutions for the world's most complex challenges. With annual revenues of $18 billion, GISI's approximately 16,000 employees are engaged in projects across 100 countries worldwide providing construction, program/project management, and engineering consulting services.

This Opportunity:

Palladium is currently seeking a Senior Manager, Finance & Compliance to be a vital member of the Palladium Americas business unit Finance department. Palladium has been awarded a large Fixed Price US Government agreement and is hiring a corporate finance position to provide financial oversight and ensure compliance on behalf of the organization.

This position will also assist the Finance department with a wide range of ad hoc tasks including accounting operations, business unit reporting, payroll, project financial management, forecasting and budgeting, audit and compliance, payroll reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations, NICRA tracking incurred cost submission support, and supporting international accounting tasks.

Location:

The position is based in Palladium's Arlington, VA office within our Americas region. Candidates must have current US work authorization as we are unable to provide visa sponsorship at this time.

Palladium supports a hybrid working model with 3 days in office, 2 days from home.

Compensation:

The full-time equivalent annual base salary for this position is expected to range from $150,000 to $185,000. Please be advised that a final salary offer will be based on various factors, including but not limited to your qualifications, education, experience, skills, seniority, performance, and Palladium's business or organizational needs.

Reporting Lines:

• The Senior Manager will report directly to the Vice President, Finance

• The role will not have supervisory responsibilities

• This role will also require working closely with the Project Team and Americas CEO ensuring timely and accurate internal financial compliance and reporting

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary finance business partner to senior leadership, providing strategic guidance on project financial performance, risks, opportunities, and decision-making support

• Lead project financial management including forecasting, budgeting, revenue recognition, fee analysis, unbilled receivables, SF-425 reporting, performance scorecards, and financial health assessments

• Monitor funding, expenditures, and project performance while identifying financial risks, variances, and mitigation strategies to ensure compliance and achievement of financial targets

• Prepare, analyze, and present monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc financial reports, dashboards, and performance metrics for leadership and stakeholders

• Support project buy-ins, modifications, and funding actions through financial reviews, pricing analysis, and compliance with U.S. Government regulations and contract requirements

• Support month-end and year-end close activities, including accruals, journal entries, revenue recognition, balance sheet reconciliations, and financial reporting accuracy

• Maintain strong internal controls, financial governance, risk management practices, and compliance with GAAP, IFRS, contractual requirements, and applicable regulations

• Partner with project teams, local finance staff, tax advisors, and auditors to support financial compliance, payroll reviews, audits, indirect cost rate monitoring, and NICRA requirements

• Deliver financial training as needed and support project activities, including travel and other duties as required

Core Abilities Required:

• Strong financial management, accounting, business administration, and analytical skills with experience supporting complex financial operations

• Deep knowledge of US GAAP, Government accounting regulations, CAS, FAR, and a variety of government and commercial contract types including Firm Fixed Price, Cost Reimbursable, Cost Plus Fixed Fee, and Time & Materials

• Advanced Excel expertise with experience managing complex financial models, tracking systems, global finance platforms, and large datasets to support reporting and decision-making

• Strong problem-solving, organizational, planning, and project management skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present financial information, build relationships, and work effectively both independently and within teams

• Experience supporting corporate and project audits, internal controls, compliance activities, and financial governance processes

• Proficiency across Microsoft Office applications and experience using Deltek Costpoint to support financial management and reporting

• Adaptable, quick learner who thrives in fast-paced environments, manages multiple priorities, and responds effectively to changing business needs

Desirable Criteria:

• Deep knowledge of Excel functions including the ability to manipulate data and formatting and a thorough understanding of pivot tables and look up functions

• Experience with Termination Settlement Proposals with the US Government

• Experience with Deltek Vantagepoint

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. We encourage you to apply early as the position may close once a suitable candidate is found. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or status as a protected veteran.

Should you require any adjustments or accommodations to be made due to a disability or you are a neurodivergent individual, or for any other circumstance, please email our team at accessibility@thepalladiumgroup.com and we will be in touch to discuss.

Safeguarding - We define Safeguarding as "the preventative action taken by Palladium to protect our people, clients and the communities we work with from harm". We are committed to ensuring that all children and adults who come into contact with Palladium are treated with respect and are free from abuse. All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced selection process including safeguarding-focused interviews and a rigorous due diligence process.

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