Department of War; DOW Financial Management Consultant

Finance & Accounting Consulting Position

Our Department of War (DOW) Financial Management Consultants help federal clients optimize the operations of their finance organization, including supporting the audit readiness, accounting, logistics, property management, civilian pay, and procurement. Supports audit remediation activities, such as developing/updating process documentation, Standard Operating Procedures, and developing/implementing corrective action plans to address findings. Performs recurring testing, such as testing internal controls, designing and executing Managers Internal Controls Programs (A-123).

Provides targeted area support based on Component (e.g., performing root cause analysis for journal vouchers and FBWT variances, conducting PP&E audit remediation, etc.). Applies federal accounting, financial management, and audit knowledge/expertise when assisting with the development of solutions and providing recommendations to client.

This project team supports a Department of War (DOW) entity, and works across its multiple systems and processes. The individual would learn about the Federal accounting and audit processes, working with other component office teams and the headquarters team to trace and document auditability from the financial statement to the operational functions. The candidate would be expected to build an understanding of accounting and financial processes and will be responsible for handling large volumes of data in excel, financial systems, or other databases.

The candidate would need to be adaptable to learn Federal audit standards, DOW processes, and internal controls standards, which will be applied to document, recommend process improvement and implement process improvements to reach audit readiness.

An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED SECRET Federal or DoD security clearance.

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Data Analytics, Business or related business field

TWO (2) or more years of relevant experience in financial, auditing, accounting or business (YOE will determine level of potential hire)

Advanced Degree

FIVE (5) or more years of relevant experience in financial, auditing, accounting or business (YOE will determine level of potential hire)

Interest in obtaining CPA, CGFM or related credential

DOD experience, financial, systems, audit, and/or operational process understanding

Performing financial statement audits, audit readiness services or audit remediation and sustainment services within DoD or another Federal Government agency or department.

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

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 Pay Down
• 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 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.