Senior Finance Manager: Controls, Audits & GAAP Reporting

WSP; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Finance Manager in Raleigh, NC to organize and direct all general accounting and financial activities for the project. You will reconcile records across systems and manage audits with internal, external, and client stakeholders.

The role emphasizes process controls, reporting, and KPI achievement, supervising accounting staff, and effective communication with vendors and auditors in a high-volume environment.

Qualifications

• B.A. or B.S. in Accounting or related field.
• Active CPA license preferred but not required.
• 7 years of financial and accounting experience including management roles.
• Experience with tolling back-office systems preferred.
• Ability to package and present quantitative data effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop accounting SOPs including internal controls.
• Direct, monitor, and evaluate accounting activities and staff.
• Monitor accounting systems and procedures and updates.
• Oversee weekly payables and customer refunds.
• Oversee preparation of daily and monthly journal entries.
• Oversee financial reporting and analysis for client.
• Oversee reconciliations (daily/monthly/quarterly/annual).
• Evaluate back-office software for efficiency improvements.
• Ensure KPI targets are met and reported.
• Participate in client and internal project meetings.
• Interface with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and auditors.
• Oversee internal and external audits (SOC 1 Type II).
• Stay current with GAAP, GASB, and regulatory changes.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Discretion and confidentiality

Analytical thinking

Microsoft Excel

Education

B.A. or B.S. in Accounting or related field

CPA license preferred

7+ years accounting/finance experience

Tools

Tolling back-office systems

Microsoft Word

Job description

WSP is seeking a Finance Manager in Raleigh, NC to organize and direct all general accounting and financial activities for the project. You will reconcile records across systems and manage audits with internal, external, and client stakeholders.

The role emphasizes process controls, reporting, and KPI achievement, supervising accounting staff, and effective communication with vendors and auditors in a high-volume environment.