Finance Program Manager

System One, Inc.; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits and coverage options

401(k) plan

Job summary

System One, Inc. in Bellevue, WA is seeking a Finance Program Manager for a contract role focused on strategic finance initiatives, internal controls, and reporting readiness.

You will coordinate cross‑functional projects, drive process improvements, and support ERP and automation efforts. Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance and 10+ years of experience with SOX and public company readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in Finance, Accounting, Financial Reporting, Project Management, or related field.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and internal controls.
• Experience with SOX compliance and public company readiness.
• Experience with ERP systems and workflow automation.

Responsibilities

• Lead Finance initiatives from planning to execution, including process improvements and control enhancements.
• Coordinate deliverables and milestones across Internal Audit, Accounting, FP&A, and other functions.
• Drive remediation and gap analysis to strengthen internal controls for public company readiness.
• Manage finance review processes, contracts, analyses, and approval workflows.
• Develop project roadmaps, dashboards, and status reports; monitor risks and remediation actions.

Skills

ERP systems

SOX compliance

Cross-functional leadership

Project management

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration

CPA or PMP certification preferred

Tools

Oracle

NetSuite

Power BI

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Job Title: Finance Program Manager
Location: Bellevue, WA
Type: Contract (year) typically extends on a yearly basis
Compensation: $55.00 - $91.00
Work Model: Onsite – onsite
Hours: 40.0
Paid Holidays | PTO

Overview

System One is hiring a Finance Program Manager to support Finance, driving strategic initiatives, process improvements, internal control enhancements, and reporting readiness efforts. The role is responsible for coordinating and tracking finance deliverables, facilitating key initiatives, managing cross-functional projects, and supporting the organization's progression toward public company reporting and control standards. This role requires a highly organized, accountable, and execution-oriented individual who can balance strategic program oversight with hands-on execution.

• Lead Finance initiatives and oversee system enhancements from planning through execution, including process improvements, control enhancements, reporting readiness, and system implementations.
• Coordinate Finance deliverables, milestones, action items, and dependencies across Internal Audit, Accounting, Finance Systems, Compliance, FP&A, Treasury, Tax, and Payroll & Benefits.
• Drive remediation efforts and gap analysis initiatives to strengthen internal controls and support public company readiness.
• Manage key Finance review processes, including contract tracking log, review workflows, accounting analyses, technical accounting assessments, and approval processes.
• Partner with Finance leadership to prioritize and execute initiatives that improve financial reporting, operational efficiency, and control effectiveness.
• Develop and maintain project roadmaps, executive dashboards and status reporting.
• Coordinate cross-functional efforts involving Finance, Legal, HR, IT, Operations, and external advisors.
• Monitor project risks, audit findings, and remediation activities, ensuring accountability, timely escalation, and effective resolution.
• Support internal and external audits by tracking requests, deliverables, findings, and corrective action plans.
• Lead Finance-related ERP system enhancements, workflow automation projects, and reporting improvements, working closely with system administrators and business stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to streamline Finance processes through automation, standardization, and improved controls.
• Assist in developing and maintaining Finance policies, procedures, playbooks, and process documentation.
• Coordinate implementation of new accounting standards, reporting requirements, and regulatory compliance initiatives as needed.
• Facilitate governance meetings, project reviews, and executive status updates.
• Support change management activities through communication, training, and rollout plans.
• Establish and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor Finance operations and project execution
• Maintain centralized tracking of Finance commitments , decisions, risks, and action items across all major initiatives.

Key Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Project Management, or related field; CPA or PMP certification preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in Finance, Accounting, Financial Reporting, Project Management, Program Management, Audit, Consulting, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting processes, internal controls, and audit requirements.
• Experience supporting public company readiness, SOX compliance, internal control frameworks, or finance transformation initiatives preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously and drive execution across cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to understand business transactions and related accounting implications.
• Experience coordinating contract review, accounting analysis, audit remediation, or policy implementation processes.
• Experience with ERP systems, financial systems implementations, and workflow automation initiatives.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Project management tools.
• Experience with Oracle, NetSuite, SharePoint, Jira, Confluence, Power BI, or similar systems preferred.
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to establish structure in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level reporting and stakeholder management.
• Ability to influence without direct authority and drive accountability across multiple functions.
• Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• The service provider will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect, and a desire to foster teamwork.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.