Public Sector Financial Services |Federal Accounting - Senior Consultant

OverviewGuidehouse is a leading global provider of consulting services to the public sector and commercial markets, with broad capabilities in management, technology, and risk consulting. By combining our public and private sector expertise, we help clients address their most complex challenges and navigate significant regulatory pressures focusing on transformational change, business resiliency, and technology-driven innovation. Across a range of advisory, consulting, outsourcing, and digital services, we create scalable, innovative solutions that help our clients outwit complexity and position them for future growth and success. The company has more than 12,000 professionals in over 50 locations globally. Guidehouse is a Veritas Capital portfolio company, led by seasoned professionals with proven and diverse expertise in traditional and emerging technologies, markets, and agenda-setting issues driving national and global economies. For more information, please visit www.guidehouse.com. ResponsibilitiesAs a Federal Accounting - Senior Consultant on our Public Sector Financial Services team, you will help clients optimize their financial operations. Specific responsibilities include: Apply advanced technical expertise and skills to implement business solutions

Provide direction to small teams and interact with government personnel

Perform accounting research and provide clear and concise guidance to Federal Government clients that is rooted in laws and regulations Monitor and provide feedback on audit remediation efforts/plans executed by various organizations

Support ad hoc requests such as researching topical accounting/auditing issues, developing and reviewing position papers, providing integration support, etc.

Produce a variety of communications from informal email interactions with clients to formal memos, issue papers, presentations, executive briefings, and others

Conduct research to investigate client problems and work collaboratively with your team to formulate and recommend solutions

Assist clients in analyzing projects and programs to identify risks and help develop, apply, and monitor mitigations

Support clients in collecting and analyzing data, producing models and visualizations, and draw conclusions from the data to improve decision-making

Analyze and help develop and/or improve policies and procedures for a variety of programs and operational needs

Provide strategic guidance and technical assistance for audit preparation and remediation efforts (e.g., develop integrated enterprise strategies; develop, implement, and validate corrective action plans)

Identify ways to improve efficiency and effectiveness of financial business processes

In addition to client-facing responsibilities, this role will support important activities that contribute to the growth of our business, strengthen internal Guidehouse operations, and create a positive work environment for all Guidehouse employees. Some of these activities include but are not limited to:

Assist in business development activities, such as identifying potential client needs and ways Guidehouse can assist, develop proposals and white papers, participate in client and internal account meetings, and more

Participate in Guidehouse’s programs for coaching and mentoring staff

Assist in the development of learning and development materials, courses, and presentations to help Guidehouse employees expand and strengthen their skills

Support Guidehouse programs and initiatives

QualificationsRequired: Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited United States college or university in Business, Accounting or Finance

Ability to obtain Public Trust security clearance

Years of Experience: Candidate must have a minimum of three years of full-time experience with progressive experience providing consulting services to Federal Government agencies or Fortune 500 companies, within the CFO or similar office

Ability to lead technical workstreams, including in a client-facing role, with a strong commitment to quality and standardization

Understanding of OMB and GAO requirements related to internal controls planning, testing, and reporting as well as Federal Manager’s Financial Integrity Act (FMFIA)Experience managing multiple work streams affecting all aspects of the A-123 process

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Visio, and Excel

Significant attention to detail

Preferred:

Relevant certification such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Government Financial Management (CGFM), Certified Internal Controls Auditor (CICA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)

Familiarity with Federal Government lending and financial assistance programs

Federal accounting knowledge, including the United States Standard General Ledger (USSGL) and Treasury Financial Manual, and knowledge of Federal Financial Management Improvement Act (FFMIA)

Federal audit support, audit liaison, corrective action planning, and remediation

Demonstrated knowledge of business development practices and interest in growing a business

Additional RequirementsThe successful candidate must not be subject to employment restrictions from a former employer (such as a non-compete) that would prevent the candidate from performing the job responsibilities as described

Due to our contractual requirements, to be eligible for this role, you must be fully COVID-19 vaccinated at time of hire

This role is available virtually from PST, CST or EST time zones.

DisclaimerAbout Guidehouse Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, 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 RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com . All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation. Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee. Rewards and Benefits 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

Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

Skills Development & Certifications

Employee Referral Program

Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

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