Financial Consultant

Public Consulting Group LLC (PCG) is a leading public sector solutions implementation and operations improvement firm that partners with health, education, and human services agencies to improve lives. Founded in 1986, PCG employs approximately 2,000 professionals throughout the U.S.—all committed to delivering solutions that change lives for the better. The firm is a member of a family of companies with experience in all 50 states, and clients in three Canadian provinces and Europe. PCG offers clients a multidisciplinary approach to meet challenges, pursue opportunities, and serve constituents across the public sector. To learn more, visit www.publicconsultinggroup.com .

Our Human Services team helps state and municipal human services and economic development agencies keep their promises—responsibly and sustainably—to the children, adults, and families they serve. Join us and use your professional skills to build stronger communities and better serve populations in need by making meaningful and lasting changes in government organizations.

Services : Program Consulting

Finance Consulting and Billing Services

Applied Technology

Outsourcing and Operations

Strategy

Project and Grants Management

Assessments and Feasibility Studies

We are seeking professionals who are passionate about developing impactful solutions for public sector clients. This position is part of our Human Services Practice Area, specifically supporting the Child and Family Services Center of Excellence, which is dedicated to helping state, county, and municipal agencies improve outcomes for children, youth, and families.

Our work spans a broad spectrum of human services programs, including child welfare, children's behavioral health, juvenile justice, economic assistance, and public health. We also address the social determinants of health through strategic consulting and programmatic support.

This role places a strong emphasis on financial consulting, including cost analysis, funding strategy development, and fiscal impact assessments. You will help clients optimize their use of federal and state funding streams, improve financial operations, and align budgets with performance goals.

Duties and Responsibilities

Provide consulting support to client projects, with a focus on financial strategy and analysis.

Prepare and present agendas, financial reports, and status updates to clients.

Conduct financial and programmatic data analysis using Excel, PowerBI, and other tools.

Develop expertise in federal and state funding requirements, including Title IV-E, Medicaid, and TANF.

Assist in the design and implementation of major project phases, including financial modeling and cost-benefit analysis.

Participate in data collection activities, including fiscal research and stakeholder interviews.

Contribute to proposal development, including writing and coordinating submissions with a financial lens.

Prepare written reports, deliverables, and presentations that integrate financial insights with programmatic recommendations.

Facilitate meetings with clients and stakeholders, including finance and program leadership.

Support business process redesign efforts to improve financial efficiency and accountability.

Other responsibilities as needed.

Required skills

Strong analytical and financial acumen, including experience with budgeting, cost analysis, and funding strategies.

Ability to interpret and apply federal and state policy to financial planning and program design.

Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; experience with PowerBI or other data visualization tools is a plus.

Detail-oriented problem-solving approach with intellectual curiosity and initiative.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in virtual and in-person settings.

Commitment to delivering exceptional client service and supporting underserved populations.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree required; Master's or other graduate degree preferred in public administration, business, finance, social work, or a related field.

Experience

Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in management consulting, public finance, government, or child welfare finance.

Demonstrated passion for improving outcomes for children and families, especially through financially sustainable solutions.

Working Conditions

Remote

Some travel required

The above is intended to describe the general contents and requirements of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all duties, responsibilities or skills of personnel so classified.

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Compensation :

Compensation for roles at Public Consulting Group varies depending on a wide array of factors including, but not limited to, the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by applicable law, PCG provides a reasonable range of compensation for this role. In addition, PCG provides a range of benefits for this role, including medical and dental care benefits, 401k, PTO, parental leave, bereavement leave.

Range : $66,600-$80,000

EEO Statement :

Public Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to celebrating diversity and intentionally creating a culture of inclusion. We believe that we work best when our employees feel empowered and accepted, and that starts by honoring each of our unique life experiences. At PCG, all aspects of employment regarding recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, return from layoff, company-sponsored training, education, and social and recreational programs are based on merit, business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social, or ethnic origin, sex, gender identity and / or expression, age, physical, mental, or sensory disability, sexual orientation, marital, civil union, or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, citizenship status, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. PCG will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. PCG believes in health, equality, and prosperity for everyone so we can succeed in changing the ways the public sector, including health, education, technology and human services industries, work.

Public Consulting Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

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