Senior Financial Analyst

Guidehouse; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 89,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Guidehouse, based in Chicago, is seeking a data-driven finance professional to analyze execution data, forecast finances, and support decision-making. The role requires on-site presence five days a week and the ability to obtain a SECRET-level security clearance.

The position emphasizes forecasting, variance analysis, and financial reporting to support DoD and related programs. A Bachelor's degree with 3+ years' experience is expected, along with strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of data analysis or data management experience.
• Relevant experience with financial forecasting, variance analysis, reporting.
• Onsite work requirement; ability to obtain and maintain security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Analyze financial execution data and workload trends.
• Compare planned versus actual performance and identify drivers of variances.
• Develop financial forecasts and projections to support decisions.
• Monitor execution against plans and recommend corrective actions.
• Support annual billing rate development and validation.

Skills

Financial forecasting

Variance analysis

Data analysis

Financial reporting

Excel skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

3+ years data analysis experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Family: Finance & Accounting Consulting Travel Required: Up to 10% Clearance Required: Ability to Obtain Secret

What You Will Do

• Analyze financial execution data, revenue, expenditures, and workload trends
• Compare planned versus actual performance and identify key drivers of variances
• Develop financial forecasts and projections to support decision-making
• Perform research and analysis regarding operational and financial impacts of changing mission requirements
• Support development of annual and out-year financial projections
• Monitor execution against approved plans and recommend corrective actions when necessary
• Support annual billing rate development and validation efforts
• Analyze customer demand, revenue generation, and execution performance
• Research and respond to customer and stakeholder financial inquiries

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 THREE (3) or more years of relevant data analysis or data management experience, consistent with senior-level technical labor categories
• Relevant experience with financial forecasting, variance analysis, reporting, etc.
• Must be able to be onsite 5 days a week

What Would Be Nice To Have

• Experience supporting DoW, Air Force, USTRANSCOM, or Working Capital Fund organizations
• Experience supporting budget execution and financial planning activities
• Experience working with large financial and operational datasets
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in complex environments
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities for complex data challenges
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

The annual salary range for this position is $89,000.00-$148,000.00. 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.

• 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

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. All communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or [e-mail]. Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse.

Guidehouse is a global AI-led professional services firm delivering advisory, technology, and managed services to the commercial and government sectors. With an integrated business technology approach, Guidehouse drives efficiency and resilience in the healthcare, financial services, energy, infrastructure, and national security markets. Built to help clients across industries outwit complexity, the firm brings together approximately 18,000 professionals to achieve lasting impact and shape a meaningful future. guidehouse.com