Guidehouse

Federal Civilian Agencies Senior Consultant

Guidehouse • $95K — $115K *
Arlington, VA 22204In-Person
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
  • 4+ years of experience in accounting, financial reporting, reconciliations, audit support, or government financial management.
  • Experience with General Ledger accounting and financial analysis.
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience with large datasets.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Support USDA Rural Development financial operations through various accounting tasks.
  • Perform monthly and quarterly reconciliations, including financial statements and DATA Act reconciliations.
  • Analyze accounting and financial data, investigate discrepancies, and recommend corrective actions.
  • Prepare journal entries, accruals, account analyses, and financial reporting deliverables.
  • Support Treasury reporting and ensure financial data quality.
  • Develop audit-ready documentation and manage audit-related requests.
  • Contribute to process improvements, documentation, and training initiatives.

Benefits

  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
  • Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement and Skills Development Opportunities
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Full Job Description
Job Family:
Finance & Accounting Consulting

Travel Required:
Up to 10%

Clearance Required:
Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do:
  • Support USDA Rural Development financial operations through accounting, reconciliations, reporting, internal controls, and audit readiness.
  • Perform monthly and quarterly reconciliations, including General Ledger, FBWT, SF-224, adjusted trial balance, financial statement, and DATA Act reconciliations.
  • Analyze accounting and financial data, investigate discrepancies, and recommend corrective actions.
  • Prepare journal entries, accruals, account analyses, supporting schedules, and financial reporting deliverables.
  • Support Treasury reporting, financial systems validation, and financial data quality reviews.
  • Develop audit-ready documentation and support responses to audit and oversight requests.
  • Contribute to process improvements, documentation, training, and special projects.


What You Will Need:
  • Ability to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD Public Trust.
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Four (4+) plus years of experience in accounting, financial reporting, reconciliations, audit support, or government financial management.
  • Experience with General Ledger accounting, account reconciliations, and financial analysis.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience working with financial systems and large datasets.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to travel.
  • Ability to work in a Guidehouse Office or Client Office.


What Would Be Nice To Have:
  • CPA, CGFM, CMA, CDFM, or other relevant professional certification.
  • Prior consulting experience supporting federal clients.
  • Additional years of accounting, financial management, or audit experience.
  • Experience with federal accounting, Treasury reporting, DATA Act reporting, FBWT, SF-224, and financial statement support.
  • Experience supporting USDA or other federal civilian agencies.
  • Experience supporting audits, internal controls, compliance reviews, and corrective action efforts.


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.
Learn more about Guidehouse
Size
8,000 employees
Industry
Business Services
Founded
2018
* Ladders Estimates

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