Financial Improvement & Audit Remediation Consultant

Guidehouse; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking a Financial Improvement & Audit Remediation Consultant to support the Department of the Navy. The role covers GAAP, GAGAS, ICOFR, and DoD policies, conducting audit remediation and process improvements across financial management domains.

A SECRET clearance is required or obtainable, with prior DoD or federal financial experience preferred. The position offers federal-focused opportunities in a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 1+ year of experience in audit remediation and internal controls.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD SECRET clearance.
• Experience in accounting, audit, budget, finance, or process improvement.
• Nice-to-have certifications: CPA, CIA, CISA, PMP, CGFM, CDFM.

Skills

Audit remediation

Internal controls

Corrective action

Budget & finance

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Job Family:Finance & Accounting ConsultingTravel Required:Up to 10%Clearance Required:Ability to Obtain SecretWhat You Will Do:Guidehouse is currently seeking a Financial Improvement & Audit Remediation Consultant in support of our Department of the Navy 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.Our Guidehouse team will provide: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 structuresExpert support for audit remediation, sustainment, and financial statement reporting and analysisUnderstanding 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 systemsUnderstanding of DoD acquisition and acquire-to-retire processes for real property and Environmental & Disposal LiabilitiesWhat 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 degreeMinimum ONE (1) year of relevant professional experience to include supporting 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.What Would Be Nice To Have:Currently possess one or more of the following certifications:Certified Public Accountant (CPA)Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)Program Management Professional (PMP)Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM)Certified Defense Financial Manager (CDFM)Federal Financial Management or Federal Accounting experience supporting the Department(s) of the Air Force, Army, and/or NavyThe annual salary range for this position is $74,000.00-$124,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.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 include:Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision InsurancePersonal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid HolidaysPosition may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonusParental Leave and Adoption Assistance401(k) Retirement PlanBasic Life & Supplemental LifeHealth Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsShort-Term & Long-Term DisabilityStudent Loan PayDownTuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning OpportunitiesSkills Development & CertificationsEmployee Referral ProgramCorporate Sponsored Events & Community OutreachEmergency Back-Up Childcare ProgramMobility StipendAbout GuidehouseGuidehouse 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]. 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