Business Process Improvement and Internal Control Specialist

US101 Guidehouse Inc.; Tysons (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking financial management professionals to support a DoD client. You will apply GAAP, perform internal controls testing, and contribute to audit remediation, financial reporting, and process improvements across DoD programs.

This role blends accounting expertise with strategic communication and project collaboration. 2+ years federal experience, active SECRET clearance, Bachelor’s degree, and at least two days on site are required.

Qualifications

• Active and maintained SECRET clearance is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
• 2+ years of federal audit remediation, internal controls testing, and related finance experience.

Skills

Federal financial management

Internal controls

Audit remediation

Risk assessments

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (nice to have)

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Job Family: Finance & Accounting Consulting Travel Required: Up to 25% Clearance Required: Active Secret

What You Will Do:

Guidehouse is currently seeking financial management professionals in support of our Department of Defense client. These teammates will bring a vast range of experiences across financial management, accounting, audit, internal controls, business process mapping, change management, and strategic communication. Our Guidehouse team will provide:

• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS), Internal Control Over Financial Reporting (ICOFR), DoD financial management policies and procedures and DoD organizational structures
• Expert support for audit remediation, sustainment, and financial statement reporting and analysis
• Understanding of current trends in enhancing compliance with accounting and auditing standards within an Enterprise Resource Planning System (ERP)
• Understanding of Office of Management and Budget (OMB) policies and federal financial management systems
• Understanding of DoD acquisition, inventory, property and material management

What You Will Need:

• An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED 'SECRET' Federal or DoD security clearance
• Bachelor’s degree
• TWO (2) or more years of experience supporting federal audit remediation efforts, business process mapping, internal controls testing, risk assessments, and accelerated audit strategies, with experience in accounting, audit, budget, finance, internal controls, and business process improvement
• Minimum 2 days onsite

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Master's degree Federal Financial Management or Federal Accounting experience supporting the Department(s) of the Air Force, Army, and/or Navy
• Currently possess one or more of the following certifications:
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
  • Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
  • Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
  • Program Management Professional (PMP)
  • Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM)
  • Certified Defense Financial Manager (CDFM)
  • Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)
  • Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL)

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 Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse 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 [e-mail]. 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 [e-mail]. Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse.

Guidehouse is a global AI-led professional services firm delivering advisory, technology, and managed services to the commercial and government sectors. With an integrated business technology approach, Guidehouse drives efficiency and resilience in the healthcare, financial services, energy, infrastructure, and national security markets. Built to help clients across industries outwit complexity, the firm brings together approximately 18,000 professionals to achieve lasting impact and shape a meaningful future. guidehouse.com