DoW Internal Control Specialist

US101 Guidehouse Inc.; Tysons (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking an internal control specialist to help DoD clients optimize their control environment and address findings through remediation, documentation, and testing. The role emphasizes working with cross-functional teams and delivering results in a fast-paced government services setting.

The position involves supporting audit remediation efforts, developing process narratives and flow charts, and designing/implementing internal control programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, business administration, or related field.
• Minimum one year of FM-related experience.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD "SECRET" security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Supporting audit remediation activities, such as developing/updating process documentation (e.g., narratives and flow charts), and developing/implementing corrective action plans to address findings.
• Performing recurring testing, such as testing internal controls, designing and executing internal control programs
• Providing targeted area support based on Component (e.g., assets, liabilities, etc.)

Skills

Internal controls

Audit remediation

Testing

FM experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance/economics/business administration

Job description

Job Family: Finance & Accounting Consulting Travel Required: Up to 10% Clearance Required: Ability to Obtain Secret

What You Will Do

DoW Internal Control Specialist helps DoD clients optimize their internal control environment and help solve client pain points.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting audit remediation activities, such as developing/updating process documentation (e.g., narratives and flow charts), and developing/implementing corrective action plans to address findings
• Performing recurring testing, such as testing internal controls, designing and executing internal control programs
• Providing targeted area support based on Component (e.g., assets, liabilities, etc.)

What You Will Need

• Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "SECRET" security clearance; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of clearance prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE "SECRET" or higher-level clearance are preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, business administration, or related field
• Minimum ONE (1) year of FM-related experience

What Would Be Nice To Have

• DoW Experience
• One of the following professional certifications: CPA, CGFM or CDFM
• Experience with financial statement audits, audit remediation, or internal control implementation.
• Performing recurring testing, such as testing internal controls, designing and executing Manager’s Internal Controls Programs (Risk Manager’s Internal Control Program

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

• 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.

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.

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