Project Manager (Asset Forfeiture)

Location: Washington,District of Columbia,United States

The Project Manager provides essential oversight for a federal financial program focused on asset forfeiture. You will lead a team that assists law enforcement agencies with the technical and financial aspects of their investigations to ensure program goals are met efficiently.

What you will achieve

• Mission Leadership: You will serve as the primary point of contact for the government, managing a diverse team to provide financial, strategic, and investigative support for high-impact forfeiture cases.
• Operational Integrity: You will oversee the quality assurance of all deliverables, ensuring that program reviews, forensic accounting audits, and financial management tasks meet rigorous federal standards and compliance requirements.
• Strategic Optimization: You will drive business process improvements and performance assessments to enhance the capabilities of participating law enforcement agencies, maximizing the impact of their investigative efforts.

Must-Have Skills (Required)

• US Citizenship (no dual citizenship)
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• At least 5–10 years of specific experience in federal asset forfeiture, including familiarity with federal forfeiture statutes, policies, and risk management.
• 10+ years of relevant managerial and technical experience in business process improvement, financial planning, and project management.
• Proven background in the financial administration of projects, including auditing, record keeping, and the analysis of complex financial processes.
• Demonstrated ability to execute high-level written documentation and lead complex discussions with federal management and agency stakeholders.

Nice-to-Have Skills (Preferred)

• Broad software skills applicable to financial data analysis and program reporting.
• Experience specifically related to inventory testing, invoicing, and payment compliance within a federal environment.

Our Culture: What Makes Ascella Employees Great

At Ascella, we celebrate innovative thinkers who are empowered to share their ideas and tackle real business challenges. Your creativity will not only be welcomed but also essential in shaping our processes and solutions.

We are passionate about lifelong learning, fostering a culture that prioritizes professional development and personal growth. Here, you’ll collaborate with a talented team that supports and inspires each other, ensuring that you’re continually challenged and encouraged to expand your skills.

Client satisfaction is at the heart of our mission. Our employees are dedicated to providing exceptional service, proactively addressing both current and future client needs. You’ll be part of a team that values the client experience as a key component of our success.

Open communication is vital to our work environment. We maintain an open door policy, encouraging questions and the sharing of ideas. We believe in aligning individual contributions with company objectives, fostering transparency, and regularly seeking feedback to enhance our processes.

Lastly, we are committed to being an inclusive organization. We embrace diversity, ensuring that all employees feel valued and respected. Our varied talents and experiences drive creativity and innovation, making our workplace dynamic and successful.

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Position: Project Manager
Location: Washington, DC (Fully Remote)
Base Compensation: We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, and we are open to discussing compensation based on your qualifications and experience
Other Compensation: 4% contribution to 401(k), performance bonus, profit-sharing
Paid Time Off: 16 days PTO/year, 11 holidays/year
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, 401(k)…and more
Position is open until filled, applications accepted on an ongoing basis.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Ascella Technologies is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences, such as age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, religion or sexual orientation. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law. Ascella Technologies is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.