Federal Audit Readiness and Internal Control Consultant

Guidehouse

Washington, Washington, D.C.full time

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About this role

Job Family:

Finance & Accounting ConsultingTravel Required:

Up to 10%Clearance Required:

Ability to Obtain Public TrustWhat You Will Do:

Evaluating/testing business process internal controls, performing financial statement audits, and providing audit readiness support•

Conducting internal control assessments and testing in accordance with OMB Circular A-123 requirements•

Supporting management control programs•

Conducting entity level controls, risk management, and fraud risk assessments•

Providing audit support and remediation activities such as reviewing deficiencies communicated by the auditor, tracking and responding to audit requests, developing corrective action plans, and executing remediation with a focus on internal controls over financial reporting and management financial statement assertionsWhat You Will Need:

Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting, information systems, engineering, business analytics or a related field from an accredited college or university•

1-3+ years of experience in public-sector consulting•

Strong organizational and communication skills•

Interest in growing a career in Government/Federal consulting•

Ability to synthesize information quickly and learn new skills, view problems, apply a variety of analytical solutions, and participate in client-facing discussions and meetings•

Ability to work in teams to produce high-impact work products, reports, and other deliverables in a fast-paced environment•

Willingness to utilize project management best practices within an organization to produce high quality deliverables in a timely manner•

Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "PUBLIC TRUST"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse•

Due to contract requirements, US Citizenship restrictions apply•

This hybrid position role may require up to 2 - 3 days on-site at the Client's office•

This position is open to candidates who will reside within 50 of the DC AreaWhat Would Be Nice To Have:

Master’s degree•

Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Governmental Financial Manager (CGFM), Certified Defense Financial Manager (CDFM)•

Knowledge of and experience with federal financial management activities, including but not limited to federal accounting, financial statement audits, audit readiness, audit remediation, internal control assessment, financial risk management, and other relevant federal information assurance laws, regulations, and guidance.•

Knowledge of federal laws, regulations, and requirements.•

Proficiency in Google Workspace SuiteThe annual salary range for this position is $74,000.00-$124,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.What We Offer:Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.Benefits include:•

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance•

Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays•

Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus•

Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance•

401(k) Retirement Plan•

Basic Life & Supplemental Life•

Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts•

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability•

Student Loan PayDown•

Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities•

Skills Development & Certifications•

Employee Referral Program•

Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach•

Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program•

Mobility StipendAbout GuidehouseGuidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.All communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or guidehouse@myworkday.com. Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse. Note that Guidehouse will never charge a fee or require a money transfer at any stage of the recruitment process and does not collect fees from educational institutions for participation in a recruitment event. Never provide your banking information to a third party purporting to need that information to proceed in the hiring process.If any person or organization demands money related to a job opportunity with Guidehouse, please report the matter to Guidehouse’s Ethics Hotline. If you want to check the validity of correspondence you have received, please contact recruiting@guidehouse.com. Guidehouse is not responsible for losses incurred (monetary or otherwise) from an applicant’s dealings with unauthorized third parties.Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

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