Financial Improvement Audit Readiness Specialist

Guidehouse Inc.; Huntsville (AL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan PayDown

Professional development & learning

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking financial management professionals to support a DoD client, bringing experience in accounting, audit, internal controls, and strategic communication. The role requires an active Secret clearance and a bachelor’s degree, with 2+ years in federal audit remediation.

In-office 2–3 days per week is expected. Ideal candidates will understand GAAP/GAGAS/ICOFR, ERP controls, and OMB policies, and will work across teams to remediate findings and improve financial reporting

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 2+ years in federal audit remediation, including audit liaison, internal controls testing, corrective action planning, and accelerated audit strategies.

Responsibilities

• Support audit remediation, sustainment, and financial statement reporting for a DoD client.
• Provide expert support for internal controls testing and ICOFR improvements.
• Advise on ERP-based compliance and DoD financial management practices.
• Assist with DoD acquisition, inventory, property & material management understanding.
• Communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders clearly.

Skills

GAAP & DoD policies

Audit remediation

ERP/controls

OMB policies & federal finance

DoD acquisition & inventory

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

AI platforms

Power BI

Job description

Job Family : Finance & Accounting Consulting

Travel Required : Up to 10%

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 remediation, change management, and strategic communication.

• 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, including audit liaison, internal controls testing, corrective action planning, and accelerated audit strategies, with experience in accounting, audit, budget, finance, internal controls, and business process improvement

This position will require in office 2 - 3 times a week

What Would Be Nice To Have :

• Demonstrated ability to develop and clearly present information using tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, AI platforms, and Power BI.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with both internal team members and clients.
• Proven capability to take initiative, anticipate needs, and work independently with minimal guidance.
• Experience in Enterprise Risk Management, including risk assessments, control evaluation, internal controls, audits, and OMB Circular A-123 requirements.
• Brief clients and stakeholders professionally in high visibility environments.
• Ability to manage multiple client needs simultaneously and deliver timely results.

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.

• 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.

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