Governmental Finance​/Controls Lead

3N Consulting is a forward-thinking consulting firm specializing in organizational design, data-driven strategy, public sector innovation, and applied AI. We work with commercial clients, state and local governments, educational institutions, and mission-driven organizations to turn data into insights that drive impact.

We're seeking an experienced Governmental Finance / Controls Lead to lead the finance and internal-controls workstream of a state and local government operational assessment. This is a project-based role for a seasoned finance or audit professional who can assess financial operations, strengthen controls, and write practical policies and SOPs.

• Lead the assessment of governmental financial operations: budgeting, purchasing, accounts payable and receivable, cash management, payroll, grants, and contracts
• Evaluate internal controls, segregation of duties, and fraud and operational risk
• Distinguish mandatory legal and regulatory requirements from recommended practices
• Author and revise financial policies, procedures, and SOPs in editable formats
• Support stakeholder interviews and process walkthroughs
• Contribute findings, an implementation roadmap, and the final report and management presentation
• Work with the project executive and analysts, and review work products for financial accuracy

• 10+ years in state or local government finance, governmental internal audit, or consulting to governmental entities
• Demonstrated experience evaluating governmental financial operations across budgeting, purchasing, AP/AR, cash management, payroll, grants, and contracts
• Demonstrated experience assessing internal controls, segregation of duties, and risk
• Demonstrated ability to independently author clear, practical financial policies, procedures, and SOPs, and to provide redacted samples
• Working knowledge of governmental accounting and financial reporting standards (such as GASB)
• Recent references from state or local government engagements
• Availability to be named key personnel for a project of approximately 180–270 days
• Strong written and verbal communication, including presenting to government leadership

• CPA, CIA, CGFM, or comparable credential
• Virginia county or municipal government experience
• Experience with capital assets, procurement controls, and financial reporting
• Experience with ERP or financial systems used by local governments
• Prior consulting or client-facing assessment experience
• Residency in or strong ties to the Maryland, DC, or Virginia area