Senior Manager, Control & Accounting

PPHC is a global government relations, public affairs and strategic communications group providing clients with a fully integrated and comprehensive range of services including government and public relations, research, and digital advocacy campaigns. Engaged by over 1,300 clients, including companies, trade associations and non-governmental organizations, the Group is active in all major sectors of the economy, including healthcare and pharmaceuticals, financial services, energy, technology, telecoms and transportation.Position OverviewThe Senior Manager role is a newly created position due to growth and will be a key member of the expanding Accounting & Control team. The Senior Manager's primary job function is to provide support with bookkeeping and clerical accounting functions, with key areas of focus on accounts payable, accounts receivable, and client account business management. This is a “hands on” position, as the Senior Manager will be relied on heavily to maintain and update financial records and accounting databases for member companies with a high level of speed and accuracy. This role requires flexibility to work outside of core business hours as needed to meet deadlines.As a Senior Manager, you will be responsible for:Contract Compliance Oversight: Review complex client contracts, distill key financial and operational requirements, and ensure the Control & Accounting team adheres to all compliance obligations. Serve as a primary point of escalation for contract-related issues.Vendor Payment Governance: Oversee the vendor payment process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to policy. Monitor payables, resolve discrepancies, and optimize processes to improve efficiency and vendor relationships.Accrual-Based Accounting Leadership: Lead accrual-based accounting practices, ensuring proper AP and AR reconciliations. Provide guidance on complex reconciliations and review team outputs for accuracy and compliance.Month-End/Quarter-End Close Management: Direct accounting processes for month-end and quarter-end close, including cash reporting, journal entry approvals, variance analysis, and coordination with the broader finance team to meet deadlines.Bank Reconciliation: Daily posting of client payments and bank reconciliation.Data Integrity & Systems Oversight: Ensure data integrity across all accounting systems. Oversee team's data entry practices, identify opportunities for automation or streamlining, and implement process improvements.Financial Documentation & Audit Readiness: Maintain a robust framework for organizing financial records (invoices, receipts, supporting documentation) to ensure audit readiness and compliance with internal and external requirements.Strategic Support & Special Projects: Partner with PPHC leadership to provide financial insight, operational guidance, and hands-on support for strategic initiatives and special projects.Perform other duties as needed to achieve departmental and company-wide goals.To be successful, you will need:Sense of urgency; willingness and ability to meet and exceed established deadlinesCorporate accounting/finance experienceExperience reviewing and interpreting contractsExperience with high volume AP and ARProficiency in MS Office suite; primarily ExcelStrong understanding of revenue recognition (ASC-606)High level of detail and demonstrated work output with minimal errorsWillingness and excitement to continually learn and develop in the roleAbility to manage multiple competing priorities, and frequent customer interactionsProven ability to operate with integrity and ethics, and maintain highest levels of confidentialityWhat we prefer that you also have:Bachelor's degree from an accredited universityExperience with Maconomy or similar softwareWhat We OfferGenerous PTO policy of 21 days per year for all full-time employees401K plan with traditional and Roth optionsMedical/Dental/Vision coverage for employees and families with opportunity to enroll in HSACompetitive yearly bonus structure based on performanceOpportunities to enroll in Flexible Spending accountsCompany paid basic life insurance of $50,000, long term disability, and short term disability coverageCompany paid access to a wide range of health and well-being resources and services including telephonic counseling, legal advice, and other servicesThis role is open to other states in which we currently operate. The posted salary range applies to candidates based in Washington, DC. Compensation for candidates in other locations may vary based on geographic differentials.Additional InformationWhile performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to sit, walk and stand; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to handle, feel, or operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; and lift up to 25 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Public Policy Holding Company (PPHC) is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. PPHC does not discriminate based on disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.#J-18808-Ljbffr