Defense & Security, Financial Management (FM) Consultant

About the role

This role supports a Government agency within the homeland security enterprise, offering opportunities to expand support to other national security-related organizations. Specific initiatives and work products include:

• Supporting internal controls over financial reporting (ICOFR) in line with OMB Circular A-123.
• Developing and executing corrective action plans and broader remediation strategies.
• Providing audit and audit risk management support.
• Assessing the impact of new guidance on financial operations.
• Applying analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills.
• Documenting and evaluating business processes.
• Producing various communications and research documents.
• Conducting research and collaborating with teams to develop solutions.
• Assisting clients in analyzing projects and programs to identify risks.
• Supporting clients in data collection, model creation, and conclusion drawing.
• Helping to develop and improve policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

In addition to client-facing responsibilities, this role supports important business growth activities, strengthens internal operations, and creates a positive work environment for all Guidehouse employees. These activities include:

• Aiding in business development activities, such as identifying client needs, proposal development, and client meetings.
• Participating in coaching and mentoring programs.
• Developing learning and development materials.
• Assisting in recruiting top talent.

Requirements

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD "PUBLIC TRUST" clearance.
• Must have a Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Information Systems, or a related field.
• At least two (2) years of financial experience.
• Heightened attention to detail and strong organizational and communication skills.
• Interest in a career in Government/Federal/Defense and National Security consulting.
• Ability to work in teams and produce high-quality deliverables in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to utilize project management best practices.

Qualifications

• Proven knowledge and success in advising federal clients in financial reporting and meeting related federal guidance.
• Experience with federal audit support, audit liaison, corrective action planning, and internal controls over financial reporting.
• GAAP accounting expertise and understanding of Federal financial accounting standards and USSGL.
• Certification(s): CPA, CGFM, PMP.
• Experience with Federal financial management activities, including federal accounting, budget, financial statement audits, and financial risk management.

Skills

• Knowledge of and experience with Federal financial management activities.
• Proven success in advising federal clients in financial reporting and meeting related federal guidance.
• Experience with federal audit support, audit liaison, corrective action planning, and internal controls over financial reporting.
• GAAP accounting expertise and understanding of Federal financial accounting standards and USSGL.
• Certification(s): CPA, CGFM, PMP.

Benefits

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance.
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability.
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities.
• Employee Referral Program.
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach.
• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program.
• Mobility Stipend.

Pay

The salary range for this role is $80,000 - $120,000 annually.

Schedule

The schedule for this role is typically full-time, with up to 10% travel required.