Manager, Internal Controls

ACAMS•Washington, DC

22h

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Internal Controls Manager to strengthen our financial and operational control environment. This role is critical to ensuring compliance with government contracting regulations and SAPIN II anti-corruption requirements, while supporting audit readiness and risk management as the organization scales. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in internal controls, strong cross-functional collaboration skills, and the authority to drive governance improvements across finance, operations, legal, and compliance teams.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CIA preferred.
7+ years of experience in internal controls, audit, or compliance roles.
Strong knowledge of government contracting regulations and SAPIN II anti-corruption standards.
Experience with NetSuite ERP system.
Excellent communication skills and ability to influence across functions.
Proven ability to manage complex projects and drive timely remediation.

Responsibilities

Own the Internal Control Framework: Design, document, and maintain controls aligned with accounting standards, government contracting rules, and SAPIN II requirements; adapt framework to organizational changes.
Develop Accounting Control Matrix & Risk Map: Partner with Accounting and General Counsel to create and maintain these tools.
Centralize Control Information: Aggregate internal and external findings on control weaknesses and track remediation progress.
Control Execution & Monitoring: Ensure timely performance, evidence, and remediation of controls across departments.
Pre-Audit Testing: Lead internal testing of key controls to minimize external audit findings and last-minute remediation.
Access & System Controls: Monitor segregation of duties, system access, and change controls in collaboration with IT and Security.
Government Compliance Integration: Embed controls into procurement, billing, reporting, and labor processes.
Legal & Compliance Partnership: Collaborate with General Counsel on anti-corruption policies, training, and SAPIN II documentation.
Training & Awareness: Raise staff awareness and provide education for consistent execution of control activities.
Management & Board Reporting: Communicate conclusions and ensure action plans are implemented based on priority levels.