Federal Audit Associate - Early Career Opportunity

Sikich; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Sikich in Alexandria, VA (with openings also in Columbus, OH and Indianapolis, IN) is seeking a Staff Accountant (Federal Audit) for an early-career, full-time role. You will test internal controls, prepare workpapers and reports, manage audit tasks to completion, and use data analysis tools and AI to improve efficiency while meeting firm standards and client requirements.

Eligible candidates have a Bachelor's in Accounting, and must be able to obtain an Active Secret clearance for federal work;

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required or preferred for federal audit practices.
• Active Secret clearance or ability to obtain/maintain for federal work.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Willingness to travel up to 25% for client engagements.

Responsibilities

• Test the accuracy and completeness of reported amounts in federal audits.
• Prepare high-quality workpapers, findings, and reports per auditing standards.
• Own assigned audit work areas from inception to completion.
• Adhere to schedules and submit to clients by contract deadlines.
• Leverage data analysis tools and AI to increase audit efficiency and effectiveness.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Attention to detail

Accounting skills

Travel up to 25%

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data analysis tools

Job description

Sikich in Alexandria, VA (with openings also in Columbus, OH and Indianapolis, IN) is seeking a Staff Accountant (Federal Audit) for an early-career, full-time role. You will test internal controls, prepare workpapers and reports, manage audit tasks to completion, and use data analysis tools and AI to improve efficiency while meeting firm standards and client requirements.

Eligible candidates have a Bachelor's in Accounting, and must be able to obtain an Active Secret clearance for federal work;