Financial Management & Program Analyst

Guidehouse; Illinois; On-site; USD 68,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Development & Learning

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking an experienced Acquisition Financial Management & Program Analyst to provide dedicated financial management support to USTRANSCOM Program Managers and portfolio stakeholders. You will help with lifecycle financial execution, budgeting, and program analysis while ensuring compliance with DoD regulations.

The role requires expertise in acquisition financial management, fiscal analysis, and the use of DoD systems like DEAMS, ITS, CRIS, and EDA to support decisions across

Qualifications

• Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD SECRET security clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Acquisition Management, or related field.
• Minimum ONE (1) year of relevant financial management experience.
• 5 days per week on-site work is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide lifecycle financial management support to ensure timely financial execution and program analysis.
• Develop and manage program financial tracking documentation and reporting tools.
• Advise stakeholders on financial status, risks, and opportunities for government programs.
• Utilize DoD financial systems (DEAMS, ITS, CRIS, EDA) for financial management tasks.
• Prepare monthly budget execution reports and PM financial updates.
• Support fiscal year closeout activities and financial reconciliation.

Skills

Security clearance

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Business/Economics/Acquisition

Tools

DEAMS

ITS

CRIS

EDA

Job description

Job Family

Finance & Accounting Consulting

Travel Required

None

Clearance Required

Ability to Obtain Secret

What You Will Do

We are seeking an experienced Acquisition Financial Management & Program Analyst to provide dedicated financial management support to USTRANSCOM Program Managers (PMs) and designated acquisition program portfolio stakeholders. The successful candidate will support lifecycle financial execution, reporting, budget planning, and acquisition program analysis while ensuring compliance with Department of Defense (DoD) financial and acquisition regulations.

This position requires expertise in acquisition financial management, program execution, fiscal analysis, budget formulation and execution, and the ability to leverage DoD financial management systems to support decision-making across acquisition portfolios.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide lifecycle financial management support to ensure timely financial execution, reporting, and program analysis.

• Develop, maintain, and manage program financial tracking documentation and reporting tools.

• Support government financial management program execution activities and advise stakeholders on financial status, risks, and opportunities.

• Utilize automated management and financial information systems such as:

  • DEAMS

  • ITS

  • CRIS

  • EDA

  • Other Government-approved acquisition and financial systems

• Conduct fact-finding, analytical, budgeting, and advisory support activities.

• Analyze impacts of evolving acquisition laws, regulations, policies, and directives and provide recommendations to program leadership.

• Support fiscal year closeout activities and financial reconciliation efforts.

• Review, monitor, and follow up on funding obligations and financial execution.

• Assist with cleaning up Unliquidated Obligations (ODL) and ensuring accounts are balanced and TWCF operating funds are properly expensed.

• Prepare and brief monthly budget execution reports and PM financial updates.

• Develop quarterly Integrated Program Review (IPR) financial presentations.

• Maintain awareness of changing acquisition laws, policies, regulations, and directives affecting program execution.

What You Will Need

• Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "SECRET" security clearance; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of clearance prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE "SECRET" or higher-level clearance are preferred.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Acquisition Management, or related field.

• Minimum ONE (1) year of relevant financial management experience.

• 5 days per week working on-site required.

What Would Be Nice To Have

• Experience supporting USTRANSCOM, Air Force, or other DoD acquisition organizations.

• Experience with DEAMS, ITS, CRIS, EDA, or comparable DoD financial systems.

• Experience supporting TWCF-funded organizations.

• Knowledge of PPBE processes and Program Budget Review (PBR) activities.

• Current DEAMS training or demonstrated experience with DEAMS.

• Strong attention to detail and fiscal accountability.

• Ability to work independently while supporting multiple stakeholders and priorities.

• Proven ability to analyze complex financial data and provide actionable recommendations.

• Experience supporting government program managers and senior leadership in a fast-paced acquisition environment.

• Demonstrated knowledge of DoD acquisition lifecycle processes and financial management requirements.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.

The annual salary range for this position is $68,000.00-$113,000.00. 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 an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at [e-mail]. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.