Guidehouse

DHS Financial Transformation Program Manager

Guidehouse$120K — $150K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD/DHS 'PUBLIC TRUST' clearance.
  • Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting, information systems, engineering, or a related field.
  • 10+ years experience leading technology-enabled transformation initiatives.
  • Strong understanding of Agile methodologies, including sprint planning and development cycles.
  • Proven ability to manage, mentor teams, and ensure quality standards.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels of an organization.
  • Experience with change management in technology-driven environments.
  • Familiarity with SAP ERP systems or similar.

Responsibilities

  • Lead initiatives to modernize financial processes with technology-driven solutions.
  • Work with executives to design actionable solutions for their challenges.
  • Oversee teams to ensure alignment with best practices and quality deliverables.
  • Promote collaboration across teams to enhance financial system integration.
  • Identify and recommend technology enhancements to boost efficiency and compliance.
  • Translate strategic goals into executable plans with a focus on measurable outcomes.
  • Evaluate modernization opportunities, comparing technology solutions to ERP systems.
  • Integrate financial management standards into technology design aligned with federal policies.

Benefits

  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
  • Discretionary variable incentive bonus eligibility
  • Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Basic Life & Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Student Loan PayDown Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement and Development Opportunities
  • Skills Development & Certifications
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
  • Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
  • Mobility Stipend
Full Job Description

Job Family:

Management Consulting


Travel Required:

Up to 10%


Clearance Required:

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do:

  • Lead transformative initiatives by partnering with senior stakeholders to modernize financial processes through innovative technology solutions.

  • Work with senior executives to understand their pain points and design feasible and actionable solutions to address them using technology.

  • Oversee citizen development teams, ensuring alignment with technical best practices and delivery of high-quality, scalable digital tools.

  • Drive integration and collaboration across cross-functional teams to enhance the effectiveness and connectivity of financial systems.

  • Identify and unlock technology potential within the client’s environment, recommending enhancements that improve efficiency, transparency, and compliance.

  • Translate strategic goals into actionable plans, guiding teams through execution while maintaining a focus on measurable outcomes and continuous improvement.

  • Evaluate technology modernization opportunities including performing analysis of alternatives to compare low code technology solution options against enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.

  • Embed financial management standards into the design and development of technology solutions, ensuring alignment with federal financial policies, audit readiness, and operational integrity.

  • Collaborate with technology practitioners to drive the creation of scalable AI prototypes, serving in a product manager role.



What You Will Need:

  • Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD/DHS "PUBLIC TRUST"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferred.

  • Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting, information systems, engineering, or a related field.

  • TEN (10) + years of experience leading technology-enabled transformation initiatives.

  • Strong understanding of Agile delivery, including backlog management, sprint planning, and iterative development cycles.

  • Demonstrated ability to manage and mentor teams, fostering innovation while ensuring governance and quality standards.

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build trust and influence at all levels of an organization.

  • Experience with change management or organizational design, especially in technology-driven environments.

  • Knowledge of SAP ERP system or equivalent system functionality.

  • Ability to commute to Guidehouse and client offices in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia area, as needed.


What Would Be Nice To Have:

  • Certifications in Agile, Scrum, or project management (e.g., PMP, CSM, SAFe).

  • Familiarity with federal IT governance frameworks, including security, privacy, and compliance requirements.

  • Advanced degree in business, technology, or public administration.

  • Experience in federal business development and the ability to lead end to end capture.

  • Familiarity with federal financial systems and processes, particularly those relevant to CFO functions within DHS or similar agencies.


What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

  • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

  • Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

  • Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan

  • Basic Life & Supplemental Life

  • Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

  • Student Loan PayDown

  • Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

  • Skills Development & Certifications

  • Employee Referral Program

  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

  • Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

  • Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is a management consulting firm headquartered in Washington, D.C. The firm provides consulting services to clients in the public and commercial sectors, with a focus on energy, financial services, healthcare, national security, and aerospace and defense. Guidehouse was founded in 2018 as a spin-off from PwC. The firm has over 7,000 employees and operates in more than 50 locations worldwide.
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