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Partner, Defense & Security Financial Management

Guidehouse
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 4 Aug 2026
💰 $450,000/yr($270,000/yr$450,000/yr)

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<p><b><u>Job Family</u>:</b></p>Finance &amp; Accounting Consulting<p><br/><b><u>Travel Required</u>:</b></p>Up to 50%<p><br/><b><u>Clearance Required</u>:</b></p>Active Secret<p></p><p></p><p><b><u>What You Will Do</u>:</b></p><p></p><p>Guidehouse is seeking a strategic executive to support our Defense &amp; Security Sector's Department of Defense (DoD) Financial Management (FM) team. This person will bring depth of experience and advise on a range of mission-related issues on existing engagements and new pursuits focused on Department of Defense's financial management opportunities to include, but not limited to:</p><p></p><p><span><span>·<span><span>      </span> </span>Accounting</p><p><span><span>·<span><span>      </span> </span>Audit Readiness</p><p><span><span>·<span><span>      </span> </span>Budgeting</p><p><span><span>·<span><span>      </span> </span>Data Analysis</p><p><span><span>·<span><span>      </span> </span>Financial Improvement</p><p><span><span>·<span><span>      </span> </span>Forecasting</p><p><span><span>·<span><span>      </span> </span>Internal Controls</p><p><span><span>·<span><span>      </span> </span>Optimization</p><p><span><span>·<span><span>      </span> </span>Readiness</p><p><span><span>·<span><span>      </span> </span>etc.</p><p></p><p>This role will be a combination of engagement delivery, new opportunity pursuit with a strong emphasis on thought leadership. The role will seek to find the intersections between various mission related needs and professional services.</p><p></p><p>Key Responsibilities will include:</p><p></p><p><span><span>·<span><span>      </span> </span>Engaging with senior executives to analyze and understand business initiatives</p><p><span><span>·<span><span>      </span> </span>Develop and grow a financial management focused business portfolio supporting the Departments of the Air Force (DAF), Army (DOA), and Navy (DON) as well as other Department of Defense focused opportunities.</p><p><span><span>·<span><span>      </span> </span>Engage with internal and external partners to develop collaborative environments in support of deliverables</p><p><span><span>·<span><span>      </span> </span>Foster external relationships and brand awareness across industries</p><p><br/><b><u>What You Will Need</u>:</b></p><p></p><p><span><span>·<span><span>      </span> </span>An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED Secret Federal or DoD security clearance</p><p><span><span>·<span><span>      </span> </span>Bachelor's degree</p><p><span><span>·<span><span>      </span> </span>FIFTEEN (15) or more years' relevant experience directly supporting the Department(s) of the Air Force (DAF), Army (DOA), and/or Navy (DON).</p><p><span><span>·<span><span>      </span> </span>Strong communications acumen in support of client engagement and briefing</p><p><span><span>·<span><span>      </span> </span>Experience translating policy into programmatic actions</p><p><span><span>·<span><span>      </span> </span>Knowledge of Defense industry missions and initiatives</p><p><br/><b><u>What Would Be Nice to Have</u>:</b></p><p></p><p><span><span>·<span><span>      </span> </span>An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED Top Secret (or higher) Federal or DoD security clearance</p><p><span><span>·<span><span>      </span> </span>Senior-level experience supporting Department of the Navy</p><p><span><span>·<span><span>      </span> </span>Advanced degree focused on financial specialties</p><p><span><span>·<span><span>      </span> </span>CPA, CDFM, CGFM, and/or other financial management focused certifications</p><p><span><span>·<span><span>      </span> </span>Experience delivering within an organization of similar or larger size and scope</p><p></p>The annual salary range for this position is <span>$270,000.00-$450,000.00.</span> 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.<p><br/><b><u>What We Offer</u>:</b></p><p>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.</p><p></p><p>Benefits include:</p><ul><li><p>Medical, Rx, Dental &amp; Vision Insurance</p></li><li><p>Personal and Family Sick Time &amp; Company Paid Holidays</p></li><li><p>Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus</p></li><li><p>Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance</p></li><li><p>401(k) Retirement Plan</p></li><li><p>Basic Life &amp; Supplemental Life</p></li><li><p>Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision &amp; Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts</p></li><li><p>Short-Term &amp; Long-Term Disability</p></li><li><p>Student Loan PayDown</p></li><li><p>Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development &amp; Learning Opportunities</p></li><li><p>Skills Development &amp; Certifications</p></li><li><p>Employee R

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