Strategic Finance Lead

Job Family:Finance Planning & AnalysisTravel Required:Up to 10%Clearance Required:NoneWhat You Will Do:We are seeking a highly analytical and driven Strategic Finance Lead to join our Finance organization. This is a high-impact individual contributor role responsible for leading complex financial analyses and modeling initiatives that support critical business decisions, long-term planning, and investment strategy. You will partner closely with senior leadership and business stakeholders to translate operational drivers into actionable financial insights and ensure decision-making is grounded in economic and business reality.Lead complex financial modeling initiatives, including:Three-statement models (income statement, balance sheet, cash flow)Long-range planning and scenario modelsDiscounted cash flow (DCF) and valuation modelSupport M&A and strategic investments through valuation analysis, diligence support, and financial integration modelingBuild driver-based forecasting frameworks that tie financial outcomes to underlying business performancePartner with business leaders to identify key performance drivers and embed them into financial planning and forecasting modelsIndependently lead multiple workstreams, managing timelines, structuring analyses, and delivering high-quality outputsWhat You Will Need:Bachelor Degree required6+ years of experience in strategic finance, FP&A, investment banking, consulting, or corporate developmentAdvanced financial modeling expertise, including three-statement modeling and DCF analysisExperience supporting M&A, investment analysis, or strategic planning initiativesStrong ability to connect financial results to underlying business driversAdvanced Excel skills and experience building complex, scalable financial modelsExcellent problem-solving and communication skills with the ability to present insights to senior leadersWhat Would Be Nice To Have:Experience in professional services or project-based business modelsExposure to driver-based forecasting or performance analytics transformationExperience building long-range planning (LRP) modelsMBA, CFA or advanced degreeThe annual salary range for this position is $98,000.00-$163,000.00. 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 InsurancePersonal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid HolidaysPosition may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonusParental Leave and Adoption Assistance401(k) Retirement PlanBasic Life & Supplemental LifeHealth Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsShort-Term & Long-Term DisabilityStudent Loan PayDownTuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning OpportunitiesSkills Development & CertificationsEmployee Referral ProgramCorporate Sponsored Events & Community OutreachEmergency Back-Up Childcare ProgramMobility StipendAbout GuidehouseGuidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at View phone number on click.appcast.io or via email at View email address on click.appcast.io. 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