Finance Business Manager Consultant

AG Consulting Partners, Inc.•Washington, DC

1d•Remote

About The Position

We are actively seeking candidates with strong experience in business management, chief of staff support, or finance-focused operations within large, complex organizations. Ideal candidates will have a proven track record of supporting budget management, vendor processes, headcount tracking, and executive-facing business operations, with the ability to manage large budgets, navigate internal systems and tools, and maintain a high level of detail and accuracy in a fast-paced environment. While this role is open to candidates across the United States, we are only able to provide W2 employment and benefits to consultants based in Washington State or Texas. Work Location Flexibility: Currently, this role provides the option for fully remote work; however, flexibility from our consultants is important for both our team and clients. Project activities may be influenced by evolving client needs, team rhythms, or return-to-office expectations. If in-person collaboration becomes necessary, consultants must be prepared to align with those expectations, and we will provide as much advance notice and support as possible should that need arise. This engagement is expected to run for 6 months with the possibility of extension. As a Finance Business Manager Consultant for AG Consulting Partners, a typical day might include the following: Own budget tracking across multiple spend categories, including T&E, discretionary, vendor, and other operational expenses, ensuring all financial data is accurate and up to date Monitor forecast versus actuals, identify variances, and proactively communicate risks, gaps, or changes that may impact the broader budget plan Manage large and complex budgets, potentially in the millions, with a high degree of precision, organization, and accountability Build, structure, maintain, and improve spreadsheets and trackers used for budget management, headcount reporting, vendor oversight, and financial planning Support and manage vendor processes, including approvals, purchase order creation, PO tracking, and ongoing administrative coordination Track and maintain both FTE and vendor headcount, including updates tied to hiring plans, approvals, and budget allocations Adapt quickly to the communication styles and working rhythms of multiple executives while delivering highly detailed, accurate, and proactive support This job is for you if: You thrive on solving complex problems. You enjoy thinking outside the box, approaching challenges with creativity, and finding innovative solutions. If an answer isn’t immediately clear, you dig deeper and explore new perspectives until you find the right approach. You are highly strategic and know when to escalate. You can assess situations, understand what actions you can take, and recognize when a decision needs to be escalated to your executive client—always ensuring the right issues reach the right level at the right time. You build strong relationships with executive clients. You understand the importance of trust, credibility, and proactive support in working closely with executive leaders. You anticipate their needs and create a seamless partnership that enables them to focus on high-impact priorities. You excel in high-pressure situations. You remain calm and solutions-oriented, even in fast-moving or ambiguous environments. You embrace challenges as opportunities to bring structure and clarity. You influence without authority. You hold others accountable and help drive decision-making, even when you’re not the final decision-maker. You understand how to guide stakeholders toward alignment and action. You are detail-oriented and take pride in getting things right. Whether managing key deliverables, coordinating executive briefings, or preparing strategic presentations, you ensure everything is accurate, polished, and impactful. You’re a lifelong learner. You approach every situation as an opportunity to expand your knowledge and improve your approach. You’re open to feedback and continuously refine your skills to stay ahead.

Requirements

8+ years of experience in financial management, business planning, operations management, strategy, project management, or related business roles.
5+ years of experience working as a Business Manager or Chief of Staff for an enterprise-level client in a consulting capacity.
Experience supporting budget management in a Business Manager, Chief of Staff, or similar business operations capacity
Strong experience with forecast vs. actuals, budget tracking, reforecasting, and financial reporting
Proven capability in business program management, organizational skills, culture and change management experience, and excellent communications skills.
Experience in similar roles, supporting senior leaders or strong operational/business management experience.
Demonstrated expertise in both Excel and Power BI, including proficiency in data analysis, modeling, and visualization techniques.
Experience preparing executive-ready reports, trackers, or summaries for leadership review
Experience tracking and maintaining FTE and vendor headcount with strong attention to detail
Advanced Excel skills, including the ability to build, structure, maintain, and analyze complex spreadsheets and trackers
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to adapt to multiple executive communication and working styles.

Nice To Haves

Recent Microsoft Consulting or Contracting Experience: Experience supporting the Microsoft client in a consulting or contracting capacity within the past two to three years.
Familiarity with internal tools related to finance, procurement, headcount management, or employee systems
Experience supporting leaders through business planning cycles, budget reviews, or operational cadences
Experience working with vendor onboarding or procurement-related workflows
Prior experience in a highly matrixed environment supporting multiple stakeholders or executives

Responsibilities

Own budget tracking across multiple spend categories, including T&E, discretionary, vendor, and other operational expenses, ensuring all financial data is accurate and up to date
Monitor forecast versus actuals, identify variances, and proactively communicate risks, gaps, or changes that may impact the broader budget plan
Manage large and complex budgets, potentially in the millions, with a high degree of precision, organization, and accountability
Build, structure, maintain, and improve spreadsheets and trackers used for budget management, headcount reporting, vendor oversight, and financial planning
Support and manage vendor processes, including approvals, purchase order creation, PO tracking, and ongoing administrative coordination
Track and maintain both FTE and vendor headcount, including updates tied to hiring plans, approvals, and budget allocations
Adapt quickly to the communication styles and working rhythms of multiple executives while delivering highly detailed, accurate, and proactive support