Senior Financial Analyst
Guidehouse Open · verified Oct 22, 2026 At a glance
Senior FP&A role at Guidehouse. US - IL, Fairview Heights · full-time · $89,000–$148,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Track revenue, spending and workload patterns, then explain how actual results differ from approved plans
- Build forecasts and longer-range projections, including support for annual planning
- Assess how mission changes affect operations and finances, and recommend fixes when execution strays from plan
- Help set and validate annual billing rates while reviewing customer demand, revenue and execution results
- Research and answer financial questions from customers and other stakeholders
What you bring
- A bachelor’s degree is required
- At least three years in data analysis or data management, with work suited to senior technical roles
- Experience with financial forecasting, variance analysis and reporting
- You must secure and retain a federal or DoD Secret clearance, with approval required before starting
Who this fits
This senior financial analysis role suits someone comfortable with forecasts, execution tracking and financial data. You must work on site five days a week and have clearance approval before onboarding. Travel may reach ten percent.
From the employer
Job Family:
Finance & Accounting Consulting
Travel Required:
Clearance Required:
What You Will Do:
Analyze financial execution data, revenue, expenditures, and workload trends
Compare planned versus actual performance and identify key drivers of variances
Develop financial forecasts and projections to support decision-making
Perform research and analysis regarding operational and financial impacts of changing mission requirements
Support development of annual and out-year financial projections.
Monitor execution against approved plans and recommend corrective actions when necessary
Support annual billing rate development and validation efforts
Analyze customer demand, revenue generation, and execution performance
Research and respond to customer and stakeholder financial inquiries
What You Will Need:
Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "SECRET" security clearance; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of clearance prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE "SECRET" or higher-level clearance are preferred.
Bachelor’s degree
THREE (3) or more years of relevant data analysis or data management experience, consistent with senior-level technical labor categories
Relevant experience with financial forecasting, variance analysis, reporting, etc.
Must be able to be onsite 5 days a week
What Would Be Nice To Have:
Experience supporting DoW, Air Force, USTRANSCOM, or Working Capital Fund organizations.
Experience supporting budget execution and financial planning activities
Experience working with large financial and operational datasets
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in complex environments
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities for complex data challenges
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
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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