Manager, Federal Financial Program Analyst

Guidehouse•Arlington, VA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Lead and manage a complex federal financial and transformation program, overseeing all phases of delivery (initiation through closeout) with accountability for scope, risk, schedule, budget, and quality outcomes. Serve in a PMO leadership capacity, establishing and maintaining project plans, risk management, and integrated master schedules to drive execution across interdependent workstreams. Lead enterprise-wide change management and stakeholder engagement strategies, including readiness assessments, impact analyses, and development of communications, training, and knowledge management solutions (e.g., SharePoint portals, SOPs, training materials). Direct the design and implementation of cost allocation and billing models, including activity-based costing, service catalog development, and standardized financial data structures to support full cost recovery. Provide oversight of automated billing and financial integration solutions, including data ingestion/normalization, and integration with federal financial systems to ensure accuracy and traceability. Lead development of functional requirements, modernization roadmaps, and enterprise financial architecture strategies to support transition to scalable, cloud-enabled solutions. Oversee contract administration and transition activities, including due diligence assessments, contract inventory management, and transition strategy recommendations (e.g., novation vs. recompete). Identify, manage, and mitigate program risks and dependencies; proactively escalate issues and implement corrective actions to maintain delivery and client satisfaction. Ensure compliance with federal financial management standards and internal controls (e.g., GAAP, FASAB, FAR) and lead audit readiness and documentation efforts. Mentor junior staff, manage team performance, and contribute to business development, proposal efforts, and client relationship management.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university.
Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "PUBLIC TRUST".
Based on our contractual obligations, candidate must be located within the United States and US Citizen.
6+ years of experience supporting governmental financial management, shared services, Working Capital Funds (WCF), or large-scale transformation programs.
Experience supporting federal revolving funds or other federal Working Capital Fund environments.
Demonstrated experience leading PMO functions and governance structures.
Strong understanding of federal financial processes, including cost allocation, billing, budgeting, and financial reporting in a cost-recovery environment.
Experience with federal financial systems and processes such as Delphi, and G-Invoicing.
Experience leading or supporting data-driven financial transformation, including data integration, normalization, and reporting across multiple systems.
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage competing priorities, and deliver results in complex, matrixed organizations.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to translate technical and financial concepts for executive audiences.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (financial modeling/analysis), PowerPoint (executive presentations), and Word.
Advanced proficiency in Google Workspace productivity suite Docs, Sheets, and Slides

Nice To Haves

Prior experience leading WCF transformation initiatives, including service catalog design and activity-based costing implementation.
Familiarity with IT financial management, including cloud consumption billing (AWS/Azure), ITSM tools (e.g., ServiceNow), and technical cost drivers.
Experience supporting financial system modernization, enterprise architecture planning, or development of Functional Requirements Documents (FRDs).
Knowledge of change management frameworks and experience leading enterprise adoption strategies.
PMP, CPA, CGFM, or similar professional certification.
Experience developing executive dashboards, visualization tools, and performance metrics (e.g., burn rates, net operating results).
Experience supporting audit readiness, internal controls, and compliance activities aligned with GAAP, FASAB, and OMB A-123.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage a complex federal financial and transformation program, overseeing all phases of delivery (initiation through closeout) with accountability for scope, risk, schedule, budget, and quality outcomes.
Serve in a PMO leadership capacity, establishing and maintaining project plans, risk management, and integrated master schedules to drive execution across interdependent workstreams.
Lead enterprise-wide change management and stakeholder engagement strategies, including readiness assessments, impact analyses, and development of communications, training, and knowledge management solutions (e.g., SharePoint portals, SOPs, training materials).
Direct the design and implementation of cost allocation and billing models, including activity-based costing, service catalog development, and standardized financial data structures to support full cost recovery.
Provide oversight of automated billing and financial integration solutions, including data ingestion/normalization, and integration with federal financial systems to ensure accuracy and traceability.
Lead development of functional requirements, modernization roadmaps, and enterprise financial architecture strategies to support transition to scalable, cloud-enabled solutions.
Oversee contract administration and transition activities, including due diligence assessments, contract inventory management, and transition strategy recommendations (e.g., novation vs. recompete).
Identify, manage, and mitigate program risks and dependencies; proactively escalate issues and implement corrective actions to maintain delivery and client satisfaction.
Ensure compliance with federal financial management standards and internal controls (e.g., GAAP, FASAB, FAR) and lead audit readiness and documentation efforts.
Mentor junior staff, manage team performance, and contribute to business development, proposal efforts, and client relationship management.

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