Senior Manager, Accounting and Controls
Company website2ndwavellc.com (2nd Wave, opens in new tab)
Base salary $150K to $175K
Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Washington, DC
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- LocationWashington, DC
- WorkplaceHybrid
- Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
- Last checked (2 h ago) · observed since
About this job
2ndWave LLC (2ndWave) is seeking a senior accounting and controls consultant to provide services to existing Federal clients in the Washington, DC area.
The Senior Manager, Accounting and Controls should have:
Comprehensive knowledge of and experience with the current Federal financial environment, including applicable regulations, requirements, and existing solutions.
At least 8 years of experience (Manager level) or 12 years of experience (Senior Manager level) in federal financial accounting and controls, including demonstrated knowledge and experience in leading/managing teams on FMFIA, A-123, audit readiness, and FFMIA projects.
Demonstrated leadership in conceptualizing and writing reports/deliverables that synthesize a wide array of information and providing sound, thoughtful, and supportable recommendations.
Familiarity with data analytics and artificial intelligence and their use in assessing and improving internal controls.
Certified Public Accountants (CPA), Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM), and/or Project Management Professional (PMP) certifications are highly desired.
Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. W-2 employment only. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
About 2ndWave:
2ndWave LLC (2ndWave) is a management and technology consulting firm providing a focused set of financial management, program management, and technology solutions to public sector clients. Our certified professionals have extensive experience implementing large, complex public sector programs; helping our clients solve their most pressing financial and business management challenges; and implementing proven leading-edge technology solutions that enable them to operate more efficiently while minimizing risks and costs.
What we offer
At 2ndWave, we've built a people-first culture where certified professionals collaborate to solve our public sector clients' most pressing financial, business management, and technology challenges. We've earned our reputation by empowering our team to bring fresh perspectives, challenge conventional approaches, and deliver leading-edge solutions that help our clients operate more efficiently while minimizing risk and cost. When our people grow, our clients win — professional development, credentialing, and continuous improvement are central to how we operate.
Compensation
The compensation for this position is determined based on a wide variety of factors, including but not limited to an individual's skill set, experience, training, certifications, and education, as well as business needs and internal equity. A reasonable estimate of the current compensation range for this position is $150,000 – $175,000.
Benefits
In addition to a competitive base salary and bonuses for eligible positions, we offer the following employee benefits:
Generous Paid Time Off
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan with Match
Life Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Healthcare Savings Account
Wellness Benefits
Opportunities for Professional Growth and Development
Employee Assistance Program
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation in the application and/or interview process should notify [email protected], and 2ndWave will engage with the applicant to provide appropriate accommodation.
Source: 2nd Wave on Ashby · View original posting (opens in new tab)
Pay in context
This role's base floor ($150,000) is above 65% of the 41 Finance & Accounting roles in Washington, DC listed on this site. Their median floor is $132,600; the middle half runs from $115,200 to $151,661.
Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 8, 2026.
This listingSenior Manager, Accounting and Controls$150K to $175K
Project Manager - Federal Payment Oversight$100K to $125K
Data Analyst I$100K to $125K
Chart as a table
| Role | Published base |
|---|---|
| Senior Manager, Accounting and Controls (this listing) | $150K - $175K |
| Project Manager - Federal Payment Oversight | $100K - $125K |
| Data Analyst I | $100K - $125K |
Observed changes
- First observed on the employer's board
- Began meeting the published-salary criteria
- Observed since
- Employer-stated posting date
- 2026-08-10
Where this pay comes from
Location as the employer wrote it: Washington, DC
ing, certifications, and education, as well as business needs and internal equity. A reasonable estimate of the current compensation range for this position is $150,000 – $175,000.
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- The pay is an annual base salary in US dollars with a minimum of at least $100,000.
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