Audit Staff Associate

Montcure LLC; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Montcure, LLC is seeking an Audit Staff Associate to support federal financial statement audit engagements within the DoD environment. The role involves executing audit procedures, documenting workpapers, analyzing financial data, and supporting assurance activities in line with professional standards.

The analyst will serve as a day‑to‑day team member supporting audit execution, interacting with client personnel, and contributing to high‑quality assurance services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or graduate degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Approximately 1–2 years of related experience preferred in financial statement audit; experience supporting Government or DoD clients preferred.
• Foundational understanding of financial statement auditing principles; strong documentation and analytical skills; proficient in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Execute assigned audit procedures in accordance with engagement objectives and audit plans.
• Analyze financial statements and supporting documentation to identify potential risks or unusual relationships.
• Prepare clear and accurate audit workpapers documenting procedures performed and conclusions reached.
• Support walkthroughs and internal control testing activities.
• Assist in responding to client and auditor inquiries during the audit lifecycle.
• Maintain organized documentation in compliance with professional auditing standards.
• Collaborate with engagement team members to meet audit timelines and deliverables.

Skills

Financial statement auditing

Analytical skills

Documentation skills

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or graduate degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Location: On‑Location - Alexandria or Washington D.C.

Level: Staff

Clearance*: Must be able to attain and maintain a minimum Secret clearance

*Candidates must be able to maintain this clearance during their employment with Montcure.

Montcure, LLC is a Service‑Disabled Veteran‑Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) founded with a vision to revolutionize consulting and advisory services through innovative, data‑driven solutions. The Montcure team recognize the unique challenges faced by organizations and governments in today’s rapidly evolving business environment.

Job Summary

The Audit Staff Associate supports federal financial statement audit engagements within the Department of Defense environment. This role assists in executing audit procedures, documenting workpapers, analyzing financial data, and supporting assurance activities in accordance with professional auditing standards.

The analyst will serve as a day‑to‑day team member supporting audit execution, interacting with client personnel, and contributing to the delivery of high‑quality assurance services. This position is ideal for candidates with an accounting undergraduate degree and a secret clearance seeking to grow within a federal audit and assurance environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute assigned audit procedures in accordance with engagement objectives and audit plans.
• Analyze financial statements and supporting documentation to identify potential risks or unusual relationships.
• Prepare clear and accurate audit workpapers documenting procedures performed and conclusions reached.
• Support walkthroughs and internal control testing activities.
• Assist in responding to client and auditor inquiries during the audit lifecycle.
• Maintain organized documentation in compliance with professional auditing standards.
• Collaborate with engagement team members to meet audit timelines and deliverables.

Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s or graduate degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

Experience: Approximately 1–2 years of related experience preferred in financial statement audit; experience supporting Government or DoD clients preferred.

Skills: Foundational understanding of financial statement auditing principles; ability to recognize potential audit issues from financial statement analysis; strong documentation and analytical skills; proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; ability to work effectively in a team‑oriented, deadline‑driven environment; strong written and verbal communication skills; professional demeanor when interacting with client personnel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active CPA license or CPA candidate.
• CGFM, CDFM, or similar federal financial management certifications.
• Experience supporting audits conducted in accordance with GAGAS (Yellow Book).
• Familiarity with federal financial reporting requirements (e.g., OMB A‑136).
• Experience with SAP ERC within the federal government.

Job Type: Montcure is actively bidding on work and awaiting task order awards.

Salary: $65k–$80k per year

Montcure, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Montcure, LLC does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non‑disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business.