Financial Management Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description: The selected candidate will work as a Financial Management Manager to lead audit remediation, internal controls assessment, and enterprise-level financial improvement initiatives in support of the U.S. Army's Financial Improvement and Audit Readiness (FIAR) objectives. This leadership role is responsible for supervising multidisciplinary teams, engaging directly with senior Army financial stakeholders, and overseeing the execution of complex remediation strategies aligned with the Army's Financial Improvement Plan (FIP). The ideal candidate will bring a deep understanding of federal audit standards, DoD internal controls, and Army financial systems to drive transformation and deliver sustained audit readiness.

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

Worksite details: National Capital Region (NCR), Fayetteville, NC, San Antonio, TX and Other Remote Locations

Provide leadership and oversight across Army FIAR task areas, including internal controls over financial reporting (ICOFR), business process reengineering, corrective action planning, and remediation of audit findings.

Lead the development and execution of Corrective Action Plans (CAPs) in response to Notices of Findings and Recommendations (NFRs), ensuring root cause analysis, risk mitigation, and sustainable process improvements.

Direct teams in the design and execution of Test of Design (ToD) and Test of Operating Effectiveness (ToE) activities to validate internal controls in accordance with DoDI 5010.40 and OMB Circular A-123.

Serve as a primary liaison with senior Army stakeholders, including ASA(FM&C), DFAS, Army Commands (ACOMs), and audit agencies, ensuring clear communication of strategy, audit response activities, and progress toward remediation milestones.

Supervise audit readiness activities, including coordination of walkthroughs, site visits, and Provided By Client (PBC) responses in support of external audits.

Review and validate Key Supporting Documentation (KSDs) and Army financial data for completeness, accuracy, and audit compliance using systems such as GFEBS, LMP, and DPAS.

Develop and deliver high-level briefings and presentations to Army senior leadership, providing data-driven insights and actionable recommendations to advance audit readiness goals.

Delivers high-impact briefings, strategic communications, and audit readiness updates to Army leadership and client executives.

Evaluate Army financial policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to identify control gaps and inconsistencies; recommend updates aligned with enterprise-wide transformation and sustainment of auditability.

Ensure timely, quality deliverables and lead engagement reporting to internal and external stakeholders, managing risk, scope, and client expectations.

Support Army-wide financial transformation initiatives that intersect with IT modernization, budget formulation and execution, and enterprise resource planning (ERP) implementation.

May supervise the day-to-day workload of direct reports on client engagements.

Evaluate the performance of direct reports and assist in the development of goals and objectives to enhance professional development and engagement delivery.

Reports on assigned workstream and/or tasks status to engagement management team

Demonstrate ownership and accountability for assigned task areas and work products, and coach/mentor junior team members on execution.

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Business Management/Administration, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Data Science or field directly related to the position (if the individual did not receive a Bachelor's in one of these fields but received a Master's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Business Management/Administration, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Data Science, then the Master's may serve in place of the Bachelor's degree); OR one of the following active and current certifications issued by appropriate licensing authority: Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Government, Financial Manager (CGFM), Certified Defense Financial Manager (CDFM), Project Management Professional (PMP), Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL).

Seven (7) years of experience with Federal financial management; including (3) years of Federal accounting experience. The Government will consider commercial experience in lieu of federal financial management and federal accounting.

Active minimum DoD SECRET Clearance is required. Candidate must be able to possess an interim SECRET clearance to be considered.

Intermediate to advanced proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suites (especially Excel, PowerPoint, and Word) preferred

Well-developed and professional interpersonal skills

Ability to own work product development and demonstrate initiative and accountability for assigned task areas, effectively coordinating with team members and across various organizations.

Ability to interact effectively with people at all organizational levels of the firm and client.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills; detail oriented.

Ability to work independently within a team environment and with a customer service focus.

Strong organizational skills with ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Budgeted Salary for this position is between $105,000-$117,000.

Thompson Gray is a multi-year winner of the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber Best Places to Work, recognized for our exceptional company culture that values employees and customers alike.

Here's what makes Thompson Gray special:

Competitive pay based on your qualifications Excellent benefits, including:

Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance 401(k) plan with employer match

Additional perks:

TG Swag - receive company-branded items during onboarding and seasonal shipments to your home Dependent Scholarship Program - supporting the education of employees' children

Tuition Assistance for furthering your own education Professional Development opportunities

Generous time-off policies, including 18 days of paid time off, 10 Federal Holidays, and flexible scheduling Annual donation to the charity of your choice

Regular team-building events, such as lunches, after-hours gatherings, seasonal family-friendly events, and our memorable annual holiday party

Join Thompson Gray and become part of a dynamic team committed to excellence, innovation, and community.

Thompson Gray is an Equal Opportunity Employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation national origin, protected veteran status or disability. Thompson Gray, Inc. welcomes minority and veteran applicants.