Public Sector Finance Jobs

This independent contractor role involves applying accounting and audit expertise to a leading AI laboratory to refine and validate intelligent systems for finance and compliance. The position focuses on reviewing AI-generated financial analyses, audit reports, and statements to ensure adherence to GAAP, IFRS, and other regulatory standards. Key responsibilities include providing structured feedback on accuracy, tagging content by industry or complexity, and supporting benchmarking efforts to assess model performance in financial domains. The opportunity appeals to professionals seeking to shape the next generation of AI tools within a mission-driven environment. The role offers fully remote, asynchronous work with maximum flexibility, requiring 15 to 25 hours per week for a project duration of one to two months.

The District Manager, Payroll role operates within the San Jose/Evergreen Community College District's Administrative Services department, reporting directly to the Vice Chancellor. This full-time, on-site position is responsible for planning and organizing all payroll operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing of employee compensation, benefits, and retirement contributions in compliance with state and federal regulations. Key duties include managing a team of staff, overseeing complex payroll systems and audits, and providing expert consultation on labor agreements and tax reporting. The position offers the opportunity to lead a critical function within a collaborative educational environment, focusing on operational integrity and continuous improvement while supporting a diverse community.

This senior Administrative Officer role serves as a strategic leader within a future government contract pipeline supporting Arlington County, Virginia. The position involves overseeing budget development, financial planning, and fiscal operations for major programs while ensuring strict regulatory compliance. Key responsibilities include managing procurement and grant administration, supervising administrative staff, and providing high-level guidance to leadership on operational efficiency and policy matters. The role offers significant independence and the opportunity to drive organizational performance through data analysis and stakeholder collaboration. It is designed for experienced professionals seeking to apply their expertise in public sector financial management and operations leadership within a dynamic, mission-driven environment.

This senior-level business analyst role within Lumen's Commercial Strategy team focuses on transforming commercial objectives into actionable sales tactics across enterprise and public sector segments. Key responsibilities include synthesizing complex data into executive-level insights, leading structured analyses on funnel health and program effectiveness, and managing multi-stakeholder initiatives to drive revenue growth. The position appeals to strategic thinkers who thrive in a culture of teamwork and transparency, offering the opportunity to influence senior leadership decisions and shape future business directions. The role is fully remote, providing flexibility to deliver lasting impact while collaborating with diverse teams to ignite business growth.

This role supports the IDOS Aerospace Professionals team within Guidehouse, focusing on the development, operations, and sustainment of the U.S. intercontinental ballistic missile enterprise. The position involves managing acquisition strategy, requirements integration, and configuration control while ensuring nuclear surety and cybersecurity compliance for the Sentinel program. Key responsibilities include cost and schedule management, life-extension planning for existing systems, and interfacing with Department of Defense stakeholders. The opportunity appeals to professionals seeking to contribute to a critical national security mission with a flexible work model that includes no travel requirements. Candidates must hold an active Secret clearance, and the role offers a collaborative environment with access to extensive professional development and benefits.

This Project Manager role at the Ontario International Airport Authority involves leading capital improvement, tenant, and operations projects from planning through activation. The position requires coordinating consultants, contractors, and internal departments to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget while managing regulatory compliance and grant administration. Key responsibilities include developing project scopes and cost estimates, reviewing contract documents, monitoring construction activities, and preparing detailed status reports for leadership. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to the growth of the fastest-growing airport in the U.S. within a vibrant, collaborative team that values innovation and global impact. The position is based on-site at the airport, requiring regular site visits and interaction with diverse stakeholders in a fast-paced infrastructure environment.

This senior accountant role within the City Finance Department involves supervising finance staff while managing complex fiscal operations, including investments, grants, and payroll. Key responsibilities include overseeing the annual budget preparation, conducting internal audits, maintaining general ledgers, and coordinating month-end closing processes. The position offers the opportunity to lead a team, influence city-wide financial strategy, and serve as a liaison with external auditors and government agencies. The role is based in an office environment and provides a chance to work on significant public sector financial projects.

The Budget and Accounting Specialist role supports the Budget, Accounting and Revenue Unit within the Maryland Department of Health's Office of Finance. Key responsibilities include processing invoices, reviewing purchase requisitions for funding availability, and assisting with budget preparation, quarterly projections, and expenditure management plans. The position also involves preparing fiscal notes and handling special accounting assignments. This opportunity appeals to candidates seeking to contribute to public sector financial stability while working in a collaborative environment. The role is based on-site in Baltimore, Maryland, and offers the chance to apply extensive experience in budget execution and financial reporting to support state Medicaid programs.

This full-time Associate Attorney role focuses on municipal law within a top-ranked legal firm recognized as a Best Place to Work. The position involves providing comprehensive legal counsel to municipalities and government entities on issues such as land use, zoning, and public finance. Key responsibilities include drafting and negotiating contracts and ordinances, representing clients in litigation and administrative proceedings, and analyzing complex legal matters to offer practical solutions. The role is appealing due to the opportunity to work with a dynamic team in a collaborative environment that values professional integrity and diversity. This remote position allows for flexible work arrangements while serving a variety of public sector clients.

This full-time Lead Staff Accountant role serves within a government agency, focusing on professional accounting services and strict compliance with CFO requirements. The position involves mastering the budgetary process, managing funds control, overseeing disbursements, and preparing detailed financial reports. Key responsibilities include ensuring adherence to government accounting standards and maintaining accurate financial records. The role appeals to candidates seeking to apply their expertise in a mission-driven public sector environment with a focus on fiscal integrity and regulatory compliance.

This junior accountant role supports tax preparation, bookkeeping, and client accounting functions within a hybrid public accounting firm. Key responsibilities include preparing financial records and tax documentation, maintaining client books using QuickBooks, and assisting with month-end and year-end close processes. The position offers a collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth and advancement within a expanding practice. The role requires a hybrid work arrangement with two days onsite in the Orlando area, fostering strong team interaction while balancing remote flexibility.

This full-time Assistant Controller role partners with the Director of Finance to oversee the organization's financial operations, ensuring integrity and compliance within the public transit sector. Key responsibilities include leading annual budgeting and forecasting, managing month-end and year-end closing processes, and ensuring adherence to federal and state transit funding requirements such as Uniform Guidance. The position also involves preparing financial statements in accordance with GAAP and GASB standards, overseeing internal controls, and coordinating the annual independent audit. The role offers a collaborative environment with significant strategic influence on leadership decision-making. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, a retirement plan with employer contributions, and free public transportation access, supporting a balanced and secure career in a mission-driven organization.

This Program Officer role within the World Bank Group's Development Finance Trust Funds and Partner Relations Department supports the implementation of strategic agendas and policy modernization initiatives. Key responsibilities include preparing analytical reports and policy briefs on Trust Funds and Financial Intermediary Funds, coordinating departmental inputs for corporate initiatives, and collaborating with digital teams to develop AI-enabled tools for reporting efficiency. The position offers the opportunity to work on high-impact global development financing reforms within a diverse, international organization. The role is based in Washington, DC, and emphasizes a culture of urgency, thoughtful risk-taking, and empowerment across a complex institutional environment.

This full-time Senior Associate role within the Finance Transformation practice at PwC focuses on insurance consulting, specifically supporting financial operations teams. The position involves analyzing complex reinsurance contracts, interpreting L&A insurance products, and utilizing specialized accounting software to optimize client finance functions. Key responsibilities include mentoring junior team members, fostering enduring client relationships, and applying critical thinking to resolve intricate business challenges. The role offers significant professional growth through exposure to diverse environments and a structured leadership development framework. While the position requires up to 60% travel, it provides a collaborative culture where employees work alongside senior executives to drive strategic change and deliver high-quality services.

This full-time Senior Associate role within the Finance Transformation practice focuses on insurance consulting, specifically supporting financial operations teams. The position involves analyzing complex reinsurance contracts, interpreting L&A insurance products, and utilizing specialized accounting systems to optimize finance functions. Key responsibilities include mentoring junior team members, fostering client relationships, and applying critical thinking to resolve unstructured business problems. The role offers significant professional growth through exposure to diverse client environments and a global leadership development framework. While the position requires up to 60% travel, it provides a collaborative culture for problem solvers aiming to drive strategic change in the insurance sector.

This full-time Senior Associate role within the Finance Transformation practice focuses on insurance consulting, specifically supporting financial operations teams. The position involves analyzing complex reinsurance contracts, interpreting accounting systems, and applying knowledge of L&A insurance products to optimize finance functions. Key responsibilities include mentoring junior team members, fostering client relationships, and using critical thinking to resolve unstructured business problems. The role offers significant professional growth through exposure to diverse environments and a global leadership framework designed to develop purpose-led skills. While the position requires up to 60% travel, it provides a collaborative environment where individuals can build their personal brand and technical expertise while working alongside senior executives to drive strategic change.

This full-time Manager role within the Finance Transformation team at PwC focuses on delivering insurance consulting services related to financial management and strategy. The position involves leading financial planning and analysis initiatives, supervising teams, and mentoring junior staff to drive strategic decision-making. Key responsibilities include assessing financial processes to improve efficiency, designing solutions for financial operations, and utilizing technology to enhance analysis. The role offers an appealing opportunity to develop leadership skills while working with cross-functional teams in a collaborative environment. Travel requirements are up to 60%, and the position emphasizes a culture of integrity, innovation, and professional growth.

This full-time Senior Associate role within the Finance Transformation practice focuses on insurance consulting, specifically supporting financial operations teams. The position involves analyzing complex reinsurance contracts, interpreting L&A insurance products, and utilizing specialized accounting systems to optimize client finance functions. Key responsibilities include mentoring junior team members, fostering client relationships, and applying critical thinking to resolve complex business issues. The role offers significant professional growth through exposure to diverse environments and a global leadership framework designed to develop purpose-led leaders. While the position requires up to 60% travel, it provides a collaborative atmosphere where individuals can build their personal brand and technical expertise while working alongside senior executives to drive strategic change.

This full-time Manager role within the Finance Transformation and Insurance Consulting team focuses on leading financial planning and analysis initiatives for insurance sector clients. Key responsibilities include supervising and mentoring junior staff, driving strategic initiatives to optimize client financial performance, and utilizing technology to improve financial analysis processes. The position requires up to 60% travel and offers the opportunity to work with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality insights that support decision-making. The role is appealing for its emphasis on professional growth, leadership development, and the chance to solve complex financial challenges in a collaborative environment.

This full-time Senior Associate role within the Finance Transformation practice focuses on insurance consulting, specifically supporting clients in optimizing their finance functions and reinsurance operations. Key responsibilities include analyzing complex reinsurance contracts, interpreting accounting systems, and mentoring junior team members while delivering strategic insights to improve operational efficiency. The position offers significant professional growth through exposure to diverse client environments and a structured global leadership framework. While the role requires up to 60% travel, it provides a collaborative culture where problem solvers can develop their technical expertise and personal brand while working alongside senior executives.

This full-time Senior Associate role within the Finance Transformation practice focuses on insurance consulting, specifically supporting financial operations teams. The position involves analyzing complex reinsurance contracts, interpreting L&A insurance products, and utilizing specialized accounting systems to optimize finance functions. Key responsibilities include mentoring junior team members, fostering client relationships, and applying critical thinking to resolve unstructured business problems. The role offers significant professional growth through exposure to diverse client environments and a global leadership development framework. While the position requires up to 60% travel, it provides a collaborative culture for problem solvers to develop their technical expertise and personal brand while delivering high-quality strategic insights.

This senior leadership role within the World Bank Group's Chief Risk Officer Vice Presidency involves establishing and directing the Environmental and Social Risk Analytics and Reporting unit. The position focuses on building a robust data governance framework, managing complex E&S risk data collection, and leveraging AI tools to analyze project-level risks. Key responsibilities include developing advanced analytics models, creating executive dashboards and risk heatmaps, and preparing high-level reports for senior management and the Board. The role appeals to professionals seeking to drive global development impact by enhancing accountability and transparency in sustainable projects. It offers the opportunity to lead a diverse team of specialists in a dynamic, mission-driven environment with a focus on innovation and strategic risk oversight.

This role seeks a Corporate Partner Attorney specializing in M&A, financing, and venture capital for a prominent California law firm. The position requires an established book of business and involves managing high-stakes corporate transactions, overseeing governance matters, and leading business development initiatives. The firm offers a supportive environment with industry-leading benefits, flexible hybrid work arrangements, and dedicated marketing resources to help attorneys expand their practice. Candidates will enjoy significant control over their bill rates and practice direction within a collaborative culture that values diversity and professional growth.

The Public Equities Director role supports Digital Currency Group's public markets investing activities within a small, entrepreneurial team focused on the cryptocurrency and fintech sectors. Key responsibilities include conducting deep fundamental research on public companies, building detailed financial models for valuation and risk assessment, and preparing investment memos for senior leadership. The position offers an appealing environment for intellectually curious professionals, featuring direct access to senior investment teams, exposure to emerging technologies, and a collaborative culture that values autonomy. The role is based in a new waterfront office with flexible time off policies and comprehensive benefits.

The Officer, Finance role in New Delhi supports the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation's mission to improve global family outcomes through financial stewardship. Reporting to the Head of Finance, India, the individual contributor manages daily accounting operations, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting while ensuring compliance with local and global tax regulations. Key duties involve coordinating audits, maintaining data integrity within ERP systems, and tracking portfolio company performance. This position appeals to professionals seeking to apply their expertise in a high-impact non-profit environment focused on education, health, and economic stability. The role requires a professional accounting qualification and offers the opportunity to work within a global team dedicated to meaningful social change.