The Manager in the Government Services Group supports state and local government clients by providing technical accounting expertise, financial reporting, grants management, and outsourced accounting services. This role leverages deep knowledge of public administration and GASB standards to deliver high-quality solutions tailored to the unique needs of government finance departments. The Manager collaborates with clients to ensure compliance, improve processes, and enhance financial transparency. This position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
The team is a growth-oriented management consulting practice dedicated to building the capacity of organizations. We partner with organizations to help them attain operational excellence, ensure financial sustainability, and effectively achieve their desired impact. Our collaborative approach includes client input and involvement at each stage of an engagement.
Job Duties:
Service Delivery
• Provides technical accounting support to state and local government finance departments
• Applies GASB standards to financial reporting and accounting processes
• Manages outsourced accounting engagements, including month-end close, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation
• Supports grants management, including compliance, reporting, and documentation
• Assists with budget development, monitoring, and analysis for government clients
• Reviews and interprets financial policies, procedures, and regulations
• Develops and delivers training to client staff on accounting and financial reporting topics
• Collaborates with clients to identify process improvements and implement best practices
• Prepares and reviews financial reports for accuracy and compliance
• Participates in client meetings and presentations as a subject matter expert
• Reviews and develops policies and procedures related to accounting, contracts and pricing for the client initiatives to secure new business, including but not limited to participating in Business Development meetings, developing relationships with clients and networking activities
• Other duties as required
Project Management
• Serves as primary contact in client engagements and effectively manages relationships with multiple stakeholders
• Serves as a project manager for multiple client projects, supporting the team to manage deadlines and ensure client needs are met
Practice and Product Development
• Actively participates in the expansion and development of services for state and local governments, including monthly meetings and other areas of product development
• Identifies ways to make engagements more efficient and productive
Supervisory Responsibilities:
• Serves as a member of the consulting group’s management team
• Supervises, develops, and trains Associates and Senior Associates
• Reviews and evaluates work prepared by Associates and Senior Associates
• Trains Associates and Senior Associates on how to use current software tools and Government Services methodology
• Schedules and supervises workload of Associates and Senior Associates
• Provides verbal and written performance feedback to Associates and Senior Associates
• Acts as a Career Advisor to Associates and Senior Associates, as assigned
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, required
• Advanced degree, preferred
Experience:
• Eight (8) or more years of relevant state and local government experience including financial reporting, applying GASB standards, and general accounting, required
• Experience researching and drafting proposals. required
License/Certifications:
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), preferred
• Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM), preferred
Software:
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, required
• Experience with government accounting software (e.g., Oracle Public Sector, SAP, etc.), preferred
Language:
• N/A
Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, specifically business / report writing
• Strong analytical and basic research skills
• Solid organizational skills especially ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details
• Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently or within a group environment
• Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to follow and apply specific rules and regulations
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to travel as needed
Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.
National Range: $100,000 - $120,000
Maryland Range: $100,000 - $120,000
NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $100,000 - $120,000
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