"With a strong foundation in government finance and international business, I am committed to helping local governments maximize cost recoveries and achieve financial sustainability through expert cost allocation and compliance strategies."
About Matthew
Matthew Wilson is a dedicated government finance specialist with extensive experience in guiding state and local clients to optimize General Fund cost recoveries. As Manager at Government Consulting Partners, Inc. (GCP), Matthew serves as a subject matter expert in 2 CFR Part 200 and GAAP-compliant cost allocation, specializing in Indirect Cost Rate Proposals that enhance revenue from federal programs and enterprise funds. His career spans consulting for public sector clients, data-driven transportation initiatives, and high-stakes financial coordination, always prioritizing audit compliance, revenue optimization, and strategic project management. Matthew's international perspective and analytical skills enable him to deliver tailored solutions that support fiscal health and operational efficiency for governments across diverse sectors.
Client Success Stories
Matthew has delivered impactful results for public sector clients through cost allocation projects and strategic financial guidance. Below are highlights demonstrating his expertise in driving revenue recovery and compliance.
Large Transit Agencies
At MGT Consulting, Matthew spearheaded major indirect cost rate proposals for prominent transit agencies, leading to successful audit defenses and optimized revenue recovery from federal and enterprise funds.
Ireland Public Transportation Sector
While at KPMG Ireland, Matthew conducted comprehensive data analysis to identify unmet needs in public transportation, developing a "Mobility as a Service" (MaaS) readiness index presented to city councils. His reports proposed data-backed solutions for infrastructure planning, advancing sustainability initiatives.
SBA Loan Funding Coordination
At First Hawaiian Bank, Matthew secured $1.3 billion in funding across 9,710 SBA loans, coordinating with federal agencies and stakeholders to ensure adherence to evolving regulations and efficient pipeline management.
Career Highlights
2026 – Present: Manager, Government Consulting Partners, Inc.
- Provides expert consulting on cost allocation plans and indirect cost rate proposals for local governments, focusing on compliance and revenue maximization.
2023 – 2026: Consultant, MGT Consulting
- Directed a portfolio of 30+ cost allocation plan projects, identifying and recovering critical city/countywide indirect costs.
- Spearheaded major indirect cost rate proposals for large transit agencies, resulting in successful audit defenses and optimized revenue recovery.
2022: Analyst, KPMG Ireland
- Conducted comprehensive data analysis on Ireland’s public transportation sector to identify unmet needs and drive sustainability initiatives.
- Developed and presented a "Mobility as a Service" (MaaS) readiness index to city councils, offering strategic advice to accelerate the smart mobility revolution.
- Authored reports identifying key transportation challenges and proposing data-backed solutions for future infrastructure planning.
2021: Coordinator, First Hawaiian Bank
- Secured $1.3 billion in funding across 9,710 SBA loans by coordinating directly with federal agencies, business owners, and internal stakeholders.
- Managed a high-volume application pipeline, ensuring strict adherence to evolving White House and SBA lending regulations.
Consulting Philosophy
Areas of Expertise
- Government Cost Allocation Plans (2 CFR Part 200)
- Full Cost Allocations Plan (GAAP)
- Indirect Cost Rate Proposals
- Project Management
- Federally Funded Programs
- Enterprise and Special Revenue Funds
Education
- Master of Science, International Business, University College Dublin
- Bachelor of Finance, Radford University