Finance Subject Matter Expert (SME)

CTR Management Group; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 152,000; Part time

Job summary

CTRMG is seeking a Finance Subject Matter Expert (SME) to provide senior-level financial management, budget, and appropriations advisory services to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.

The role focuses on financial planning, budget execution, internal controls, and compliance with federal laws; it requires extensive federal experience and ability to work with agency leadership. The position is primarily remote with occasional onsite support at GPO headquarters in Washington, DC, and is

Job description

Description

Location: Remote (United States) / Occasional Onsite - Washington, DC
Supervisor: Director of Program Management
Clearance: Current Public Trust Required
Employment Type: Part-Time / Contract-Based (Up to 1,264 Hours Annually)
Designation: Key Personnel

This Position is Contingent Upon Contract Award

CTRMG is a federal government contractor that champions the missions of our Federal Government customers and delivers value through people, processes, and solutions. Our customer-centric approach and innovative spirit are at the core of who we are and are visible in our commitment to our clients' missions. Our practice areas include Acquisition Management, Human Capital Management, Grants Management and Administration, Information Technology, Training and Development, and various Administrative Support Services.

Position Summary

CTRMG is seeking an accomplished Finance Subject Matter Expert (SME) to provide senior-level financial management, budgetary, and appropriations advisory services in support of the U.S. Government Publishing Office (GPO). This position will support the agency's Office of the Chief Financial Officer in strengthening financial planning, improving budget execution, enhancing internal controls, and ensuring compliance with applicable federal financial management laws and regulations.

The ideal candidate brings extensive federal financial management experience, particularly within Legislative Branch agencies, and possesses demonstrated expertise in federal appropriations law, managerial cost accounting, financial reporting, and strategic financial planning. The Finance SME will work independently and collaboratively with agency leadership to evaluate complex financial matters, develop actionable recommendations, and support informed financial and operational decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance on federal financial management, appropriations law, budget formulation, execution, and financial reporting.
• Analyze operating budgets, expenditure trends, financial forecasts, and funding requirements to support strategic and operational planning.
• Support development of annual budget requests, Congressional budget justifications, and appropriations submissions.
• Evaluate capital investment requirements, long-range expenditure plans, and financial implications of major agency initiatives.
• Conduct financial analyses involving cost estimates, reimbursement methodologies, managerial cost accounting, and financial performance.
• Assess internal controls, financial risks, and compliance with federal accounting standards, applicable regulations, and agency policies.
• Review audit findings, prepare management responses, and recommend corrective actions to strengthen accountability and financial operations.
• Provide technical guidance concerning Revolving Fund reimbursement, appropriations requirements, and financial policies applicable to GPO operations.
• Develop and refine financial management policies, standard operating procedures, and supporting documentation.
• Prepare financial analyses, briefing materials, and recommendations supporting Congressional inquiries, oversight activities, and senior leadership decisions.
• Support strategic investment planning through financial evaluations, performance measures, and cost-benefit assessments.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, reporting capabilities, organizational efficiency, and resource utilization.
• Collaborate with agency stakeholders to assess financial systems, establish reporting requirements, and recommend practical business improvements.
• Prepare accurate financial reports, project updates, and executive-level presentations while maintaining appropriate documentation and quality standards.
• Provide technical mentoring and knowledge transfer to strengthen institutional financial management capabilities.

Requirements

• Master's degree in business, management, law, or a closely related field.
• Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license.
• Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) professional certification.
• Minimum of 15 years of federal experience interpreting, applying, and advising on federal budget and appropriations law.
• Substantial specialized financial management experience supporting Legislative Branch agencies.
• At least five recent years of specialized experience involving federal financial reporting, budgeting, internal controls, and regulatory compliance.
• Advanced knowledge of GAO's Green Book, Yellow Book, and Red Book, including federal internal control standards, auditing principles, and appropriations law.
• Demonstrated expertise with OMB Circular A-11, OMB Circular A-136, federal accounting standards, and Title 44 requirements.
• Experience developing budget justifications, financial forecasts, annual spending plans, and financial management reporting systems.
• Demonstrated ability to independently research and resolve complex financial management and regulatory matters.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, Adobe PDF, and financial management systems, including Oracle-based applications.
• Excellent analytical, technical writing, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Current Public Trust clearance and ability to satisfy applicable GPO personnel security and access requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior financial management or budget advisory experience supporting GPO or another Legislative Branch agency.
• Professional instructional, training, or mentoring experience.
• Expertise with Internal Control Assessment Worksheet (SOP-09-0004).
• Experience supporting strategic investment committees, federal capital planning, and Congressional appropriations activities.
• Familiarity with GPO financial systems, including GBIS/Oracle, and agency-specific budgeting and reimbursement practices.

Work Environment

The position is primarily remote, with occasional onsite support required at GPO headquarters in Washington, DC. Onsite attendance may be required approximately once per week or for scheduled and ad hoc meetings, as directed. Work will be performed during established agency business hours, with scheduling coordinated according to program requirements.

CTRMG is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining a professional, inclusive, and collaborative workplace.