Managerial Cost Accounting Federal Subject Matter Expert (SME)
Job Description
Job Family:
Finance & Accounting Consulting
Travel Required:
Clearance Required:
What You Will Do:
o Support the Project Manager with establishing and maintaining project plans, risk management, and integrated master schedules to drive execution across interdependent workstreams.
o 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.
o Lead rate and cost model development.
o 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.
o Mentor junior staff, manage team performance, and contribute to business development, proposal efforts, and client relationship management.
What You Will Need:
o Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university.
o Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "PUBLIC TRUST".
o Based on our contractual obligations, candidate must be located within the United States and US Citizen.
o 6+ years of experience supporting governmental financial management, shared services, Working Capital Funds (WCF), or large-scale financial or cost accounting transformation programs.
o Experience supporting federal cost recovery funds or other federal Working Capital Fund environments.
o Experience leading cost modeling or cost accounting functions.
o Experience with managerial accounting functions and governance structures.
o Strong understanding of federal financial processes, including cost allocation, billing, budgeting, and financial reporting in a cost-recovery environment.
o Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to translate technical and financial concepts for executive audiences.
o Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (financial modeling/analysis), PowerPoint (executive presentations), and Word.
o Advanced proficiency in Google Workspace productivity suite Docs, Sheets, and Slides
o This is a hybrid role.
What Would Be Nice To Have:
o Prior experience leading WCF transformation initiatives, including service catalog design and activity-based costing implementation.
o PMP, CPA, CGFM, or similar professional certification.
o Experience developing executive dashboards, visualization tools, and performance metrics (e.g., burn rates, net operating results).
o Experience supporting audit readiness, internal controls, and compliance activities aligned with GAAP, FASAB, and OMB A-123.
The annual salary range for this position is $113,000.00-$188,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.
What We Offer:
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
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
About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
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