Functional Advantage Financial Analyst

Position Description:

At CGI we empower our professionals with limitless opportunities to make a meaningful impact on the clients and communities we serve. As one of the worlds largest independent IT and business consulting services firms we combine global reach with local accountabilitydelivering solutions that reshape how government agencies operate. CGI Advantage our unified ERP platform is purpose built for government and backed by more than 46 years of public sector expertise. Modern secure and intuitive CGI Advantage is trusted by government organizations nationwide and strengthened by an active user community that champions innovation and continuous improvement. When agencies partner with CGI they gain not only a powerful technology platform but also the strength of CGIs global network of specialists and our deep commitment to public sector success.

We are seeking a Functional Advantage Financial Analyst / Finance Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join our growing team. This role is critical in helping government agencies modernize their financial operations and adopt CGI Advantage Financial Management. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in public sector financial processes along with excellent communication and solution building skills.

As the Finance SME you will lead client facing solution discussions deliver impactful demonstrations support RFP/RFI development and collaborate with technical and delivery teams to shape successful implementations. You will play a visible and influential role bridging your finance expertise with CGI Advantage product knowledge to guide clients through transformation journeys that improve accountability transparency and operational efficiency across their financial ecosystems.

Location Options: Fairfax VA Dallas/Belton TX Denver CO Knoxville TN Lafayette LA Henderson NV
Hybrid Work Model: Onsite 23 days per week

Your future duties and responsibilities:

1. Finance Solution Evangelism & Demonstrations
Lead client-facing presentations and workshops highlighting CGI Advantage Financial Management.
Deliver tailored demos across key public sector finance functions including general ledger AP/AR fund accounting encumbrance control grants/project accounting cash management and financial reporting/compliance.
2. Presales & Proposal Support
Serve as the finance SME for RFP/RFI responses ensuring alignment with government financial requirements.
Partner with sales/proposal teams to develop solution narratives pricing and implementation approaches.
Support bid defenses and client Q&A by clearly articulating CGI Advantage Financials value.
3. Finance Solution Design & Integration
Analyze client financial processes gaps and modernization goals.
Design finance solution architectures integrating CGI Advantage with ERP HR procurement and revenue systems.
Support API-based integration planning (Azure preferred) and ensure alignment with public sector standards including chart of accounts internal controls audit readiness cost allocation and regulatory compliance.
4. Stakeholder Engagement & Advisory
Build strong relationships with finance accounting and IT stakeholders across government agencies.
Lead discovery sessions and translate requirements into actionable financial system designs.
Serve as a key liaison between clients and CGI product/delivery teams to ensure financial requirements and enhancements are met.

Required qualifications to be successful in this role:

7 to 10 years of proven experience in presales solution engineering or consulting for SaaS platforms or ERP systems.
Strong understanding of public sector finance processes including:
oFund accounting
oGeneral ledger and subledger operations
oEncumbrances obligations and commitments
oAccounts payable receivable and cash management
oGrants and project accounting
oFinancial reporting (GASB state-specific standards)
Demonstrated success preparing RFP/RFI responses and solution proposals.
Excellent communication and presentation skills for both technical and executive audiences.
Experience with government operational processes (Finance HR Procurement) is a plus.
Experience with analytics/reporting tools such as Power BI for financial performance visualization.
Ability to configure and present demo environments tailored to financial scenarios.
Strong collaboration interpersonal skills and a team-first mindset.

CGI anticipates accepting applications through April 302026.

CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set level experience relevant training and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $51400.00 - $113100.00.

CGIs benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:
. Competitive compensation
. Comprehensive insurance options
. Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan
. Paid time off for vacation holidays and sick time
. Paid parental leave
.Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
. Wellness and Well-being programs


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