Finance Program Lead Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract Finance Program Manager opportunity.

• 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.

• 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.

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Job Type: Contract

Pay Rate Range: $55-$91/hr (Pay rates are approved based on candidate location, education and experience)

Location: Bellevue, WA

Export control regulations require candidates to be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Legal Permanent Resident, or of a protected person status

• Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre‑tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.

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