Controller (Political Consultant)

Republican Jobs; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A political consulting firm is seeking an experienced Controller to lead accounting and compliance efforts while enhancing internal systems for growth. Responsibilities include managing financial reporting, tax compliance, and overseeing FEC regulatory obligations. Ideal candidates will have a strong accounting background with public accounting experience preferred, as well as skills in redesigning processes. This full-time role offers competitive benefits and is located in Washington, D.C.

Qualifications

• Strong accounting foundation; public accounting experience preferred.
• Operations-minded professional comfortable wearing multiple hats.
• Proven ability to build, improve, and redesign internal processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting, financial reporting, and tax compliance.
• Oversee FEC compliance and political finance reporting.
• Redesign financial and operational processes for scalability.

Skills

Accounting foundation

Multi-state tax knowledge

Process redesign

Public accounting experience

Political experience

Education

CPA (preferred but not required)

Job description

Controller | Political Consulting Firm | Washington, D.C.

A political consulting firm is seeking a Controller to take ownership of accounting, compliance, and financial operations while helping modernize internal systems for long-term growth.

Base pay range: $85,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr

What You’ll Do

• Learn company operations before assuming full controller responsibilities
• Own day-to-day accounting, close process, and financial reporting
• Manage tax compliance (sales, privilege, and commercial activity taxes)
• Oversee FEC compliance, filings, and political finance reporting
• Handle HR functions including payroll, benefits, and compliance
• Redesign financial and operational processes for scalability
• Partner with leadership on forecasting and strategic decisions

What We’re Looking For

• Strong accounting foundation; public accounting experience preferred
• CPA preferred but not required for exceptional candidates
• Operations-minded professional comfortable wearing multiple hats
• Proven ability to build, improve, and redesign internal processes
• Experience with multi-state and political tax considerations
• Based in or willing to work in Washington, D.C.
• Political Experience is a plus

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)

Seniority Level

Executive

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function & Industries

Accounting/Auditing, Administrative, and Management; Political Organizations and Accounting