DoD Financial Management Transformation Lead Consultant

Guidehouse•Mclean, VA

46d

About The Position

Drive growth for finance transformation service offering across Defense & Security clients, with a primary focus on DOD and DHS. Lead transformative initiatives by partnering with senior stakeholders to modernize financial processes through innovative technology solutions. Oversee finance transformation and technology teams in support of Defense & Security clients, ensuring alignment with technical best practices and delivery of high-quality, scalable digital tools. Drive integration and collaboration across cross-functional teams to enhance the effectiveness and connectivity of financial systems and processes. Translate strategic goals into actionable plans, guiding teams through execution while maintaining a focus on measurable outcomes and continuous improvement. Identify and unlock technology potential within the client's environment, recommending enhancements that improve efficiency, transparency, and compliance. Leverage financial and operational data to drive audit readiness, enabling proactive compliance, traceability, and transparency across enterprise systems and reporting processes. Collaborate with technology practitioners to drive the creation of scalable AI prototypes, serving in a product manager role. Evaluate technology modernization opportunities including performing analysis of alternatives to compare various solution architectures. Review deliverables to ensure high quality materials are delivered to clients. Embed financial management standards and internal controls into the design and development of technology solutions, ensuring alignment with federal financial policies, audit readiness, and operational integrity.

Requirements

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 business, finance, accounting, information systems, engineering, or a related field.
SIX (6) years of experience leading technology-enabled transformation initiatives, ideally within federal financial management environments.
Experience in product management or solution ownership, particularly in the development of digital tools for finance transformation.

Nice To Haves

An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance
Advanced Degree Master's of Business Analytics
Experience working with DoD Advana, including leveraging its data analytics capabilities to support financial decision-making, audit readiness, or performance management.
Working knowledge of ERP systems such as SAP and OneStream, with an understanding of their role in federal financial management.
Advanced degree in business or technology.
Industry-recognized technology certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Solution Architect, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, ServiceNow Certified Implementation Specialist, UiPath Certified Professional).
Professional financial certifications such as CPA, CGFM, CDFM, or CFA, demonstrating expertise in federal financial management and audit standards.
Professional certifications in Agile, Scrum, or project management (e.g., PMP, CSM, SAFe) that demonstrate structured delivery expertise.
Familiarity with federal IT governance frameworks, including FISMA, FedRAMP, and other security, privacy, and compliance standards.
Understanding of the capabilities of low-code platforms, such as Microsoft Power Platform, ServiceNow, and UiPath.
Proficiency with data and AI platforms (e.g., Databricks, Tableau, AWS, Palantir) to derive actionable insights and support financial decision-making and compliance.
Strong understanding of Agile delivery, including backlog management, sprint planning, and iterative development cycles.
Demonstrated ability to manage and mentor finance transformation teams, fostering innovation while ensuring governance and quality standards.
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build trust and influence at all levels of an organization.
Familiarity with federal financial systems and processes, particularly those relevant to CFO functions within DHS or similar agencies.
Familiarity with federal financial compliance frameworks such as OMB A-123, FFMIA, or GAO Green Book.
Experience with change management or organizational design, especially in technology-driven environments.
Experience supporting financial audit readiness or implementing internal controls in federal environments.
Experience in federal business development and the ability to lead end to end capture.

Responsibilities

Drive growth for finance transformation service offering across Defense & Security clients, with a primary focus on DOD and DHS.
Lead transformative initiatives by partnering with senior stakeholders to modernize financial processes through innovative technology solutions.
Oversee finance transformation and technology teams in support of Defense & Security clients, ensuring alignment with technical best practices and delivery of high-quality, scalable digital tools.
Drive integration and collaboration across cross-functional teams to enhance the effectiveness and connectivity of financial systems and processes.
Translate strategic goals into actionable plans, guiding teams through execution while maintaining a focus on measurable outcomes and continuous improvement.
Identify and unlock technology potential within the client's environment, recommending enhancements that improve efficiency, transparency, and compliance.
Leverage financial and operational data to drive audit readiness, enabling proactive compliance, traceability, and transparency across enterprise systems and reporting processes.
Collaborate with technology practitioners to drive the creation of scalable AI prototypes, serving in a product manager role.
Evaluate technology modernization opportunities including performing analysis of alternatives to compare various solution architectures.
Review deliverables to ensure high quality materials are delivered to clients.
Embed financial management standards and internal controls into the design and development of technology solutions, ensuring alignment with federal financial policies, audit readiness, and operational integrity.

Benefits

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