Finance Lead

Guidehouse•Chicago, IL

1d•$89,000 - $148,000

About The Position

Lead the finance team to deliver accurate and timely financial reporting and analysis Develop and implement financial strategies to support business objectives Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive financial performance and operational efficiency Ensure compliance with accounting standards, policies, and regulatory requirements Month end Revenue file compilation (Obtain estimates from PMs, reconcile actuals loaded and ensure audit controls are met) Create/review journal entries for sub costs, revenue variance, India costing Review P&L during close and reconcile variances/input comments for leadership and close call Monitor weekly load of ADP time into PeopleSoft and create monthly end Journal entry for any missing days Review Forecast revenue and FTE file with IT and business to ensure compliance and accuracy Liaison between ADP and PeopleSoft and ensure projects are opened/closed timely in ADP in alignment with PeopleSoft Working closely with the business to answer questions on P&L/time reporting/revenue upload/contracts Ensure PMs timely upload PRT and FTE forecasting data by due date Review project P&Ls for variances/margin miss and recommend margin improvement next steps

Requirements

Bachelors Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience OR 10 years of prior relevant experience in lieu of degree
Proven experience in finance leadership roles, preferably as a Finance Lead or Manager
Strong knowledge of financial principles, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Proficiency with financial software and reporting tools
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with stakeholders

Nice To Haves

Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (e.g., MBA, CPA)
Experience with financial systems implementation or optimization
Prior experience in a similar industry or corporate environment
Familiarity with international financial regulations and standards

Responsibilities

Lead the finance team to deliver accurate and timely financial reporting and analysis
Develop and implement financial strategies to support business objectives
Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive financial performance and operational efficiency
Ensure compliance with accounting standards, policies, and regulatory requirements
Month end Revenue file compilation (Obtain estimates from PMs, reconcile actuals loaded and ensure audit controls are met)
Create/review journal entries for sub costs, revenue variance, India costing
Review P&L during close and reconcile variances/input comments for leadership and close call
Monitor weekly load of ADP time into PeopleSoft and create monthly end Journal entry for any missing days
Review Forecast revenue and FTE file with IT and business to ensure compliance and accuracy
Liaison between ADP and PeopleSoft and ensure projects are opened/closed timely in ADP in alignment with PeopleSoft
Working closely with the business to answer questions on P&L/time reporting/revenue upload/contracts
Ensure PMs timely upload PRT and FTE forecasting data by due date
Review project P&Ls for variances/margin miss and recommend margin improvement next steps

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