Managerial Cost Accounting Federal Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Guidehouse•Washington, DC

6d•$113,000 - $188,000•Hybrid

About The Position

This role involves supporting the Project Manager in establishing and maintaining project plans, risk management, and integrated master schedules. The position requires directing 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. The SME will lead rate and cost model development, ensure compliance with federal financial management standards, accounting standards, and internal controls (e.g., GAAP, FASAB, FAR, SFFAS 4 & SFFAS 10), and lead audit readiness and documentation efforts. Additionally, the role includes mentoring junior staff, managing team performance, and contributing 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 financial or cost accounting transformation programs.
Experience supporting federal cost recovery funds or other federal Working Capital Fund environments.
Experience leading cost modeling or cost accounting functions.
Experience with managerial accounting functions and governance structures.
Strong understanding of federal financial processes, including cost allocation, billing, budgeting, and financial reporting in a cost-recovery environment.
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.
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

Support the Project Manager with establishing and maintaining project plans, risk management, and integrated master schedules to drive execution across interdependent workstreams.
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.
Lead rate and cost model development.
Ensure compliance with federal financial management standards, accounting standards, and internal controls (e.g., GAAP, FASAB, FAR, SFFAS 4 & SFFAS 10) 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