FEMA Disaster Recovery Programs Consultant

EisnerAmper; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

EisnerAmper, a leading accounting and advisory firm, is seeking a Staff Consultant - FEMA in our Government Services Practice. The role focuses on FEMA funds, including PA/IA, Hazard Mitigation, and ICGB programs, with compliance and financial management responsibilities.

The candidate will support audit readiness, expeditious closeouts of disasters, and timely development of client deliverables, while engaging in business development and potential travel to client sites.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in state and/or local disaster recovery programs administering FEMA funds.
• Knowledge of FEMA disaster programs, related statutes, regulations, policies and processes, and compliance/financial management functions.
• Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Public Administration, Public Safety, Emergency Management, Disaster Management, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Support clients in maintaining compliance with FEMA regulations and 2 CFR 200, including assessing audit readiness, compliance and administrative gaps.
• Support clients in expediting complex closeout of multiple open disasters.
• Support client financial management and accounting functions, including time and cost unit operations, and cost tracking and reconciliation.
• Use knowledge and experience to help determine method of program implementation.
• Ensure timely and accurate development of all client deliverables.
• Actively engage in business development activities such as identifying funding opportunities and submitting proposals.
• May be required to occasionally work extended hours, or travel to/work from different firm offices and/or client locations.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Strong communication skills

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, P

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy/Administration/Emergency Management

Tools

CEM

AEM

PgMP

PMP

Job description

EisnerAmper, a leading accounting and advisory firm, is seeking a Staff Consultant - FEMA in our Government Services Practice. The role focuses on FEMA funds, including PA/IA, Hazard Mitigation, and ICGB programs, with compliance and financial management responsibilities.

The candidate will support audit readiness, expeditious closeouts of disasters, and timely development of client deliverables, while engaging in business development and potential travel to client sites.