FEMA Programs Consultant – Disaster Recovery & Compliance

EisnerAmper; Woodbridge Township (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

EisnerAmper is seeking a Staff Consultant - FEMA in our Government Services Practice. The role focuses on helping clients manage FEMA-funded programs and ensure compliance with 2 CFR 200 and related regulations.

The position involves supporting complex disaster recovery initiatives, financial management and cost tracking, and potential travel to client locations or firm offices. A bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in state and/or local disaster recovery programs administering FEMA funds.
• Knowledge of FEMA disaster programs, including related statutes, regulations, and policies and processes, and compliance and/or financial management functions.
• Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Public Administration, Public Safety, Emergency Management, Disaster Management, or a 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 the identification and review of funding opportunities and development and submission of proposals.
• May be required to occasionally work extended hours, or travel to/work from different firm offices and/or client locations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

EisnerAmper is seeking a Staff Consultant - FEMA in our Government Services Practice. The role focuses on helping clients manage FEMA-funded programs and ensure compliance with 2 CFR 200 and related regulations.

The position involves supporting complex disaster recovery initiatives, financial management and cost tracking, and potential travel to client locations or firm offices. A bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.