Finance Manager, Prisons and Justice Initiative – Georgetown University

Georgetown University; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgetown University’s Prisons and Justice Initiative in Washington, DC, seeks a Finance Manager to oversee complex financial operations for a one-year renewable term.

You will manage budgets, forecasts, and grant reporting, interface with central finance offices, and advise leadership on resource allocation. Strong Excel and Workday experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of professional experience in financial analysis or financial management.
• Experience with budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Excel, including pivots and advanced functions.
• Familiarity with university financial policies and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor program budgets and financial activity.
• Prepare analyses, forecasts, and reports for leadership.
• Ensure compliance with university policies and sponsored project requirements.
• Coordinate with central offices on complex financial matters.
• Support financial planning and advise leadership on resource allocation.

Skills

Budget analysis

Financial statements

Advanced Excel

Financial modeling

Policy interpretation

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or related field

Tools

Workday Financials

Job description

## Finance Manager, Prisons and Justice Initiative – Georgetown UniversityApply: On Campus: Main Campus: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: January 5, 2027 (30+ days left to apply): JR26329Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.**Requirements****Job Overview**The Finance Manager (a one-year renewable term position) performs complex financial functions requiring advanced knowledge of university policies, external regulations, and financial systems. This position is responsible for managing and analyzing the financial operations of the Prisons and Justice Initiative (PJI), including budgets, forecasts, grant compliance, and financial reporting. The role conducts financial analyses and prepares recommendations to support strategic decision-making, ensure compliance, and improve financial processes. The Finance Manager serves as the primary financial resource for PJI and represents the unit in coordination with university financial offices.**Additional duties include, but are not limited to:*** Managing and monitoring program/organizational budgets and financial activity.* Preparing financial analyses, forecasts, and reports for leadership.* Ensuring compliance with university financial policies and sponsored project requirements.* Overseeing financial transactions and reconciliation processes.* Coordinating with university financial offices on complex financial matters.* Supporting financial planning and advising leadership on resource allocation.**Work Interactions**The Finance Manager reports to the Managing Director. This position works closely with PJI leadership, program staff, and central university offices including Main Campus and College Finance, Sponsored Projects Finance Office, Joint Office of Research Administration, and Payroll. The Finance Manager coordinates with university regarding complex financial matters and represents PJI in meetings related to financial operations, compliance, and budgeting.**Requirements and Qualifications****Required Qualifications*** Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.* 3–5 years of professional experience in financial analysis, accounting, or financial management.* Demonstrated experience analyzing budgets, financial statements, and financial data.* Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, vlookups, financial modeling).* Strong knowledge of financial systems, reporting, and compliance requirements.* Ability to interpret and apply institutional policies and financial regulations.* Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.**Preferred Qualifications*** Experience working with Workday financial systems.* Prior financial experience at Georgetown University or similar higher education environment.* Experience with sponsored project financial management, grant reporting, and compliance.**Work Mode Designation**This position has been designated as **On-Campus**. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.**Cover letter and resume required for consideration.****Pay Range:**The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is:$47,586.00 - $87,558.13Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.