Finance Subject Matter Expert – SME

CTR Management Group, LLC

. Provide expert guidance on federal financial management, appropriations law, budget formulation, execution, and financial reporting .

Posted 10/23/2026part-timeUnited StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in federal financial management, including budget formulation, execution, and compliance with federal accounting standards. Proficient in analyzing financial data and providing strategic guidance to enhance organizational efficiency and financial reporting capabilities.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Federal Financial ManagementBudget Formulation and ExecutionCertified Public Accountant (CPA)Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM)Financial Reporting and Compliance

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Hard Skills

Financial AnalysisCost EstimatesManagerial Cost AccountingRegulatory ComplianceBudget JustificationsFinancial ForecastingInternal Controls AssessmentFinancial Management Reporting SystemsStrategic Investment PlanningReimbursement Methodologies

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsTechnical WritingPresentation SkillsInterpersonal Communication

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft VisioAdobe PDFOracle-based ApplicationsFinancial Management Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM)

Industry Keywords

Federal Budget and Appropriations LawGAO's Green BookOMB Circular A-11OMB Circular A-136Federal Accounting StandardsInternal Control StandardsLegislative Branch AgenciesGPO Financial PoliciesAudit FindingsFinancial Risks

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Oracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide expert guidance on federal financial management, appropriations law, budget formulation, execution, and financial reporting
Analyze operating budgets, expenditure trends, financial forecasts, and funding requirements
Support annual budget requests, Congressional budget justifications, and appropriations submissions
Evaluate capital investment requirements, long-range expenditure plans, and financial implications of major agency initiatives
Conduct financial analyses involving cost estimates, reimbursement methodologies, managerial cost accounting, and financial performance
Assess internal controls, financial risks, and compliance with federal accounting standards, regulations, and agency policies
Review audit findings, prepare management responses, and recommend corrective actions
Provide technical guidance on Revolving Fund reimbursement, appropriations requirements, and GPO financial policies
Develop and refine financial management policies, standard operating procedures, and supporting documentation
Prepare financial analyses, briefing materials, and recommendations for Congressional inquiries, oversight activities, and senior leadership decisions
Support strategic investment planning through financial evaluations, performance measures, and cost-benefit assessments
Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, reporting capabilities, organizational efficiency, and resource utilization
Collaborate with agency stakeholders to assess financial systems, establish reporting requirements, and recommend business improvements
Prepare financial reports, project updates, and executive-level presentations
Provide technical mentoring and knowledge transfer to strengthen institutional financial management capabilities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master's degree in business, management, law, or a closely related field
Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license
Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) professional certification
Minimum of 15 years of federal experience interpreting, applying, and advising on federal budget and appropriations law
Substantial specialized financial management experience supporting Legislative Branch agencies
At least five recent years of specialized experience involving federal financial reporting, budgeting, internal controls, and regulatory compliance
Advanced knowledge of GAO's Green Book, Yellow Book, and Red Book
Knowledge of federal internal control standards, auditing principles, and appropriations law
Expertise with OMB Circular A-11, OMB Circular A-136, federal accounting standards, and Title 44 requirements
Experience developing budget justifications, financial forecasts, annual spending plans, and financial management reporting systems
Ability to independently research and resolve complex financial management and regulatory matters
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, Adobe PDF, and financial management systems, including Oracle-based applications
Excellent analytical, technical writing, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills
Current Public Trust clearance
Ability to satisfy applicable GPO personnel security and access requirements
Preferred: prior financial management or budget advisory experience supporting GPO or another Legislative Branch agency
Preferred: professional instructional, training, or mentoring experience
Preferred: expertise with Internal Control Assessment Worksheet (SOP-09-0004)
Preferred: experience supporting strategic investment committees, federal capital planning, and Congressional appropriations activities
Preferred: familiarity with GPO financial systems, including GBIS/Oracle, and agency-specific budgeting and reimbursement practices

Benefits

Comp & perks

Part-time contract-based employment, up to 1,264 hours annually
Primarily remote work arrangement
Occasional onsite support at GPO headquarters in Washington, DC
Professional instructional, training, or mentoring opportunities
Technical mentoring and knowledge-transfer involvement