Senior Finance Manager

About the job Senior Finance Manager


Finance Manager / Senior Finance Manager

Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid - 2 Days Onsite)
Compensation: $120,000-$140,000
Reports To: CFO

Position Overview

Seeking a Finance Manager or Senior Finance Manager to lead accounting and financial operations within a growing, mission-driven technology organization. This role combines hands-on accounting leadership with strategic finance responsibilities, partnering closely with the CFO to support budgeting, forecasting, reporting, compliance, and organizational growth.

Please Note:

Our client does not provide any sponsorship now or in the future. Candidates must be fully authorized to work in the United States for any employer and must not require current or future sponsorship.

Key Qualifications

• 6+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience
• Strong expertise in AP, AR, General Ledger, payroll, and month-end close
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and variance analysis
• Grant and project accounting experience required
• Advanced Excel skills, including financial modeling and reporting
• QuickBooks experience required
• Bill.com experience preferred
• CPA or MBA preferred
• Experience in HealthTech, SaaS, Digital Health, Technology, or other growth-stage environments preferred

Core Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day accounting operations, including AP, AR, payroll, and general ledger management
• Manage outsourced accounting resources and ensure timely, accurate financial processes
• Oversee monthly close, financial reporting, and GAAP compliance
• Partner with the CFO on budgeting, forecasting, scenario planning, and strategic initiatives
• Manage grant and project accounting, including budget tracking, burn-rate monitoring, and compliance reporting
• Conduct variance analysis and provide actionable financial insights to leadership
• Improve financial systems, controls, and processes to support organizational growth
• Support cross-functional teams with financial planning and decision-making

What Success Looks Like

• Accurate and timely financial reporting
• Strong forecasting and budget management
• Scalable financial processes and controls
• Effective grant compliance and project tracking
• Strategic partnership with executive leadership

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Direct partnership with the CFO
• High-visibility role with organization-wide impact
• Opportunity to build and scale financial operations
• Hybrid work environment
• Exposure to international operations and growth initiatives