Political Compliance Manager

Aristotle

Political Compliance Manager providing PAC and lobbying compliance services for clients in Washington. Preparing campaign finance reports and managing client expectations in a hybrid workplace.

Posted 5/6/2026full-timeWashington • District of Columbia, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $65,000 - $85,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare and file Federal and State campaign finance reports with appropriate agencies.
Prepare and file lobbying, pay-to-play and non-profit tax forms as needed.
Import or enter receipt and disbursement activity and HR files in PAC software.
Serve as primary point of contact and overall relationship manager for assigned customers.
Perform banking services (account set-up, deposits, check preparation, ledger, and reconciliation) for client PACs.
Track disbursement limits and prohibitions.
Develop detailed operating procedures for each client.
Train clients on the proper use of the software to meet their PAC program goals and objectives.
Prepare financial and PAC management reports.
Prepare letters to accompany disbursements as needed.
Respond to client requests in a timely manner.
Establish and maintain positive relationships with clients.
Assist in new client software conversions and custom programming needs.
Work with Compliance and Development teams to resolve client data or functionality issues.
Attend events and conferences as a representative of the company.

Requirements

What you’ll need

BA/BS in accounting, political science, business, or related field.
1+ years of relevant work experience.
Experience in filing federal (required) and state (desirable) campaign finance reports.
Professional and interpersonal skills required to develop and foster positive relationships.
Outstanding communication skills (both verbal and written).
Proficiency in Microsoft software suite and tools, including Excel.
Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision, as well as a part of a team.
General knowledge of the legislative process and interest in politics.
Excellent time management and organizational skills.
Training or experience in bookkeeping or accounting.
Experience in filing Federal or state lobbying disclosure reports.
Experience in filing non-profit tax returns (990, 1120 POL)
Facility with QuickBooks.
Basic HTML knowledge.

Benefits

Comp & perks

All positions are Full-Time, with competitive compensation
Medical benefits
Paid vacation
401k plan
Stock options
Casual dress code
Non-corporate atmosphere

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Hard Skills & Tools

campaign finance reportinglobbying disclosure reportingnon-profit tax returnsbookkeepingaccountingfinancial reportingPAC softwareExcelQuickBooksHTML

Soft Skills

communication skillsinterpersonal skillsrelationship managementtime managementorganizational skillsindependent workteam collaborationtraining skills