Senior Financial Consultant

Guidehouse; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking a Federal Financial Management Consultant to support federal clients in grants, reimbursable agreements, procurement, and budget formulation. The role emphasizes strong client relationships, analytical rigor, and the ability to present complex financial data clearly to diverse stakeholders.

Hybrid work with up to 2–5 days onsite near the DC metro area. You'll work with cross-functional teams, ensure deliverables meet client goals, and drive process improvements to enhance

Qualifications

• Requires strong client relationships and presentation skills.
• Analytical skills and knowledge of Federal financial management rules and processes.
• Experience with federal grants, reimbursable agreements, procurement, or budget formulation and execution.

Responsibilities

• Support Federal clients across financial management disciplines and translate data into insights.
• Develop deliverables (presentations, reports, analyses, dashboards) for stakeholders.
• Facilitate client meetings and communicate project status clearly to stakeholders.
• Identify process improvements to enhance financial operations and controls.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality work on time.

Skills

Client relationship

Presentation skills

Analytical skills

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Google Workspace

Job description

Job Family:Management ConsultingTravel Required:Clearance Required:What You Will Do:Support Federal clients across the full spectrum of financial management, including federal grants, reimbursable agreements, procurement processes, and budget formulation and execution. This role requires strong client relationship and presentation skills, analytical skills, knowledge of Federal financial management regulations and processes, and the ability to translate complex financial data into clear insights and recommendations for clients. Works as part of a cross-functional team to deliver high-quality work products on time and in alignment with client goals.Financial Management & Analysis:Provide ongoing financial management support to Federal clients in accordance with applicable Federal financial management requirements and guidance.Support the quantitative development of business case documentation (for example, needs analyses and cost/benefit analyses).Prepare, review, and reconcile financial documents such as federal financial transaction data, reimbursable agreements, and grant related financial records.Identify opportunities for process improvement and propose practical recommendations to enhance financial operations and controls.Client Delivery & Communication:Develop clear, well-structured deliverables (presentations, reports, analyses, dashboards) that synthesize complex financial information into actionable insights and recommendations for clients, including visually appealing, high-level summaries of large financial datasets for various levels of stakeholders.Facilitate client meetings and working sessions to gather data, understand requirements, and validate findings.Communicate with client and internal stakeholders on project status, findings, and next steps, including explaining financial concepts to non-financial audiences and summarizing key takeaways from external and internal stakeholder meetings.Provide analysis and insight to managers and leadership to inform decision-making and project direction.Innovation & Problem Solving:Perform research and analysis to identify and obtain needed information, including applicable Federal regulations, policies, best practices, and public financial data sources such as USASpending.gov to investigate financial transaction-level discrepancies.Address issues and problems that are generally defined and may involve multiple interrelated factors, applying sound judgment within established frameworks and guidance.Recommend changes to processes, tools, or documentation to solve problems and improve efficiency or compliance, including documenting current data analysis processes, identifying improvement opportunities, and iterating on data displays or communication methods to advance PMO goals.Leadership & Teamwork:Work as part of a team or independently while taking ownership of assigned tasks and workstreams, proactively brainstorming path-forward options and asking targeted questions when guidance is needed.Follow established methodologies, standard operating procedures, and quality standards.Assist on large to mid-sized, moderately complex projects or task orders, including coordinating specific activities or deliverables.Organization Impact & Stakeholder Management:Contribute to achieving project deadlines, quality expectations, and client satisfaction.Collaborate effectively with project team members, internal support functions, and client stakeholders to drive progress and resolve issues.Share knowledge, lessons learned, and leading practices with the team to strengthen overall capability.What You Will Need:Must be a US Citizen due to nature of client engagements.Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD \"PUBLIC TRUST\"Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.Ability to obtain Public trust clearance.Three (3) to Five (5) years of consulting experience, preferably supporting Federal clients in financial management–related engagements.Experience with Federal financial management, such as federal accounting, grants management, reimbursable agreements, procurement processes, or budget formulation and execution.Experience working with Federal agencies and familiarity with Federal accounting requirements.Knowledge of Federal financial management regulations and guidance (for example, the Digital Accountability and Transparency Act (DATA Act), Treasury Financial Manual, Federal Financial Management Improvement Act (FFMIA), OMB Circular A 123, and Federal budget process).Experience developing and delivering training or knowledge transfer materials for Federal stakeholders.Experience performing or supporting internal control assessments or related risk and control activities.Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and the Google Productivity Suite to create presentations, communications, and to manipulate and analyze large datasets, create and iterate formulas, and use PivotTables.Ability to evaluate data discrepancies, apply sound judgment against Federal or Departmental guidance, and communicate findings clearly to clients and external stakeholders.Professional judgment and written communication skills to manage updates, outreach, and technical assistance through a government group inbox.Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly present findings and recommendations.This hybrid position role may require up to 2-5 days on-site at the client's or Guidehouse office.Candidates must reside within 50 miles of DC metro area.What Would Be Nice To Have:Active relevant certifications (for example, CGFM, PMP, CFA, CPA or other financial management, audit, or project management credentials) or progress towards one of these certifications.Experience with Federal reimbursable agreements and interagency agreements, including formulation, execution, and reconciliation.Hands on experience with Federal financial systems (for example, core financial systems, grants management systems, or procurement systems).Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced consulting environment, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.General understanding of Power Platform or Google-equivalent automation logic, with the ability to translate requirements between clients and technical developers.Experience providing oversight or coordination support to peer consultants, senior consultants, or joint venture partner staff.Proficiency in Google Workspace Suite.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 InsurancePersonal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid HolidaysPosition may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonusParental Leave and Adoption Assistance401(k) Retirement PlanBasic Life & Supplemental LifeHealth Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsShort-Term & Long-Term DisabilityStudent Loan PayDownTuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning OpportunitiesSkills Development & CertificationsEmployee Referral ProgramCorporate Sponsored Events & Community OutreachEmergency Back-Up Childcare ProgramMobility StipendAbout GuidehouseGuidehouse 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]. 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