[Hiring] Operations & Finance Lead @MGT

Role Description

MGT will be leading a regional technical assistance team supported by the U.S. Department of Education to provide evidence-based technical assistance and capacity-building support across five southern states. The project team will partner with state, regional, Tribal, and local education agencies to strengthen educational systems, improve instructional practices, and support sustainable improvements in student outcomes. Through state-driven service planning, professional learning, coaching, and targeted implementation support, MGT will help education agencies advance priorities in literacy and numeracy, high-quality instructional materials, school and district improvement, and career-connected learning.

What You'll Do

• Oversee financial management, fiscal accountability, and administrative operations for a regional technical assistance center.
• Manage project budgets, financial reporting, procurement, and contract administration while ensuring expenditures align with approved service plans, federal grant requirements, and the center's operational priorities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the center's financial operations, including budgeting, expenditure tracking, forecasting, and resource allocation.
• Prepare quarterly financial reports for the Governing Board, including budget-to-actual expenditures, obligations, spending projections, and material variances.
• Oversee contract administration, procurement coordination, and financial documentation.
• Monitor compliance with applicable federal fiscal requirements and approved project budgets.
• Coordinate with project leadership and grants compliance personnel to support financial accountability and reporting.
• Track commitments and expenditures associated with the center's annual 5% emerging-needs set-aside.
• Support preparation of budget amendments, funding reallocations, and financial recommendations for Governing Board review.
• Maintain financial records, internal controls, and documentation supporting audit readiness.
• Identify financial risks and opportunities to improve operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or related field.
• Experience in financial management, budgeting, and operational oversight for complex projects.
• Knowledge of federal grant financial management, procurement, and compliance requirements.
• Experience preparing financial reports, expenditure forecasts, and budget-to-actual analyses.
• Familiarity with contract administration and federal funding accountability.
• Strong proficiency with financial analysis tools, spreadsheets, and budgeting systems.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple financial and administrative priorities while maintaining accuracy and accountability.

Benefits

• Flexible paid time off.
• 5% 401K matching program.
• Equity opportunities.
• Incentive and bonus programs.
• Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Full-health benefits with base employee coverage fully funded, comprising:
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Life insurance.
  • Short and long-term disability coverage.
  • Income protection benefits.

Company Description

MGT is a leading provider of technology and advisory solutions serving state, local, and education government agencies (SLED) across the United States. Through client partnerships, MGT’s almost 1,200 employees impact communities for good by managing and securing critical networks, solving complex human capital and fiscal problems, elevating education systems, and advancing equity as a performance imperative.

Founded in 1975, MGT initiated an ambitious restart in 2016, broadening the solutions portfolio to provide the most specialized solutions, tackling the most mission-critical problems that live at the top of the public agency leadership agenda.

MGT drives over 20% compound annual organic growth and utilizes programmatic mergers and acquisitions to grow capabilities, attract top talent, and accelerate growth scale. Since 2020, MGT has successfully completed 13 acquisitions, driving over 60% compound annual inorganic growth.

Celebrating its 50th year in 2025, the firm attracts exceptional talent and empowers them to exceed client expectations as they navigate the dynamic demands of the clients we serve.