Senior Financial Management Consultant – Team Lead
Company: Silverthorne Advisory GroupLocation: Scott AFB - Shiloh, IL Clearance: Interim Secret clearance or higher required (Silverthorne is able to sponsor) Employment Type: Full-Time, SalariedClient/Contract: Defense Sector
Job Description
Silverthorne Advisory Group is seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Financial Management Consultant – Team Lead to support federal financial management and modernization initiatives within the Defense sector. This individual will lead a team of junior professionals, manage project deliverables, and serve as a primary liaison between the client and the project team.
The successful candidate will have experience managing complex projects, translating client needs into actionable requirements, strengthening internal controls, and supporting Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) modernization efforts. This role will also focus on financial data governance, system integration, compliance with Standard Financial Information Structure (SFIS) guidelines, and the resolution of audit findings.
The ideal candidate is a strong leader and communicator who can manage competing priorities, analyze complex data, and identify opportunities to improve financial management processes and team performance.
Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor a team of four to five junior staff members, ensuring timely completion of technical and functional deliverables.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for the client and translate business needs into clear functional requirements.
- Develop, manage, and oversee multiple project plans with varying levels of complexity.
- Support ERP modernization and system enhancement initiatives to strengthen internal controls and improve financial management processes.
- Develop and implement data governance protocols to improve data quality, consistency, and integration between financial systems.
- Ensure financial systems align with applicable Standard Financial Information Structure (SFIS) guidelines.
- Manage Corrective Action Plans (CAPs) from development through implementation and closure, including resolution of related Notices of Findings and Recommendations (NFRs).
- Analyze large and complex datasets to identify trends, risks, discrepancies, and opportunities for process improvement.
- Communicate project status, risks, findings, and recommendations to clients, leadership, and other stakeholders.
- Coordinate activities and communications across multiple organizations and stakeholder groups.
- Identify opportunities for additional client support, process improvements, and future business growth.
Required Qualifications
- 10+ years of relevant professional experience in financial management, federal consulting, accounting, audit readiness, or related fields.
- At least 3 years of experience managing, mentoring, or leading junior staff.
- Experience managing multiple projects, workstreams, or deliverables in a dynamic environment.
- Strong understanding of financial systems, internal controls, and financial management processes.
- Experience working with large datasets and synthesizing complex information into clear, actionable recommendations.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present findings to senior stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and coordinate with stakeholders across multiple organizations.
- Familiarity with data analytics tools such as SQL, Databricks, and iQuery.
- Interim Secret clearance or higher; Silverthorne Advisory Group is able to sponsor eligible candidates.
- Bachelor's degree and/or master's degree from an accredited university.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience supporting federal government or Department of Defense (DoD) clients.
- Experience supporting ERP modernization, financial system integration, and data governance initiatives.
- Familiarity with SFIS requirements, audit readiness, Corrective Action Plans (CAPs), and Notices of Findings and Recommendations (NFRs).
- One or more of the following professional certifications:
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Certified Defense Financial Manager (CDFM)
- Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM)
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a proactive and detail-oriented leader who combines federal financial management knowledge with project management, analytical, and client-facing skills. They should be comfortable leading a small team, navigating complex financial systems, and developing practical solutions that improve compliance, data integrity, and operational efficiency.
Why Join Silverthorne Advisory Group?
Join Silverthorne Advisory Group and contribute to meaningful federal financial management and modernization initiatives. You will have the opportunity to lead a talented team, work directly with clients, improve critical financial processes, and support mission-driven work across the Defense sector.
WHY SILVERTHORNE
WE ADVISE AS YOUR BUSINESS PARTNER
The most important thing we can do is do right by our clients. They come to us when something may not be going the way it should. Oftentimes, the root cause is unknown. That’s why, even when our clients ask for a specific service, we ask questions and listen. Not just for their answers, but for what’s not being said, because that’s when true challenges come to light. We help client implement sustainable solutions to leave their organization stronger than when we arrived.
WE INVEST IN OUR PEOPLE
Hiring the best people is just the start. Our employees are our most valuable asset, so we make sure we treat them as such—starting on day one. Through mentorship, guidance, and collaboration, we help them grow their skills and their careers. We respect our employees and support them with the resources they need to do the jobs they want to do. That includes offering competitive salaries, expansive benefits coverage, and an above-industry 401k retirement plan to provide security over their future. When our people are happy, confident, and fulfilled, we are a stronger organization and so are our clients.
WE LOVE WHAT WE DO
We keep our hearts in our work. It makes the days more fun, but more importantly, it makes the outcomes more rewarding. Loving our work means respecting the process, and paying attention to every detail, no matter how small. It’s the difference between working for a paycheck, when anything might do, and working to make an impact, when only our best will do.
SMALL TEAM, BIG RESULTS
People come to Silverthorne when they are ready to do things differently—to start just by listening, to put clients first, and to sweat the details, because the little stuff really is big stuff. People stay at Silverthorne because there’s one thing about us that’s exactly the same. We love what we do. We are passionate about our work and we enjoy the people we work with. We keep our team small, filling it with bright, talented people who are eager to grow and advance their careers. By providing mentorship and resources to our team, we create a great place to work and deliver the results our clients are looking for. Think Silverthorne is the right fit for you?