Guidehouse

Federal Financial Management Senior Consultant

Guidehouse$98K — $163K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD Public Trust clearance.
  • Minimum 3 years of relevant professional experience in consulting, finance, accounting, operations, or analytics in public sector environments.
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
  • US citizenship required due to contractual obligations.
  • Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
  • Detail-oriented, organized, and able to prioritize multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

  • Support the financial statement audit cycle and oversight.
  • Apply GAAP, GAGAS, and ICOFR knowledge for internal controls.
  • Assist with audit remediation and developing Corrective Action Plans.
  • Lead internal control design and testing processes.
  • Develop analytic products and automate controls and workflows.
  • Facilitate working sessions with clients and support senior stakeholders.
  • Collaborate across practice areas for integrated client solutions.

Benefits

  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
  • Eligibility for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
  • Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Tuition Reimbursement and Learning Opportunities
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Mobility Stipend
  • 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:

Guidehouse is currently seeking financial management professionals to support our Federal Civilian Agencies (FCA) Energy & Environment clients.  This group of clients includes Department of Energy, Department of the Interior, Environmental Protection Agency, and National Science Foundation.

Incoming Senior Consultants will work with Chief Financial Officer (CFO) organizations to help them address their most pressing challenges in internal control, financial reporting, and process optimization.

This role may require up to 5 days per week on‑site at client or Guidehouse offices in the Washington, DC Metro Area, depending on client needs.

Responsibilities:

  • Support financial statement audit cycle, strategy and execution, oversight and reporting, and development of audit infrastructure.

  • Apply knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS), Internal Control Over Financial Reporting (ICOFR), Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Circular A-123 and Government Accountability Office (GAO) Green Book principles.

  • Support audit remediation, including Agency-wide remediation support and development of Corrective Action Plans (CAPs).

  • Lead internal control design and testing.

  • Support development of analytic products, reconciliations, automation of controls, data pipelines, dashboards, or automation workflows.

  • Facilitate client working sessions and support senior client stakeholders.

  • Collaborate across Guidehouse practice areas to bring integrated solutions that combine strategy, technology, and operations.

  • Support new business by contributing to account growth strategies, preparing proposal responses to the Government, and developing client relationships.


What You Will Need:

  • Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "PUBLIC TRUST"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse.

  • A minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience in consulting, finance, accounting, operations, or analytical roles, preferably supporting public sector or highly regulated environments.

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university.

  • Based on our contractual obligations, candidate must be located within the United States and be a US Citizen.

  • Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.

  • Ability to thrive in client service and team-based environments, especially when tackling unstructured problems.

  • Strong attention to detail, well organized, and able to self-prioritize multiple activities.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

  • This hybrid position role may require up to 1-5 days on-siteeitherat the Guidehouse or Client's office 

  • This hybrid position is open to candidates who will reside within 50 miles of DC


What Would Be Nice To Have:

  • Advanced degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Information Systems, or Business Management/Administration.

  • One or more professional certifications strongly preferred, such as CPA, CIA, PMP, CGFM, and/or CDFM.

  • Experience supporting financial systems and providing financial management support, including audit/audit readiness, audit remediation, internal controls, and process improvement.

  • Demonstrated knowledge of IT auditing standards and guidance.

  • Willingness to learn, use, and apply emerging technologies to solve business challenges.

  • Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferred.

The annual salary range for this position is $98,000.00-$163,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.


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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