Junior Financial Analyst — Federal Contract Audit

Castro co; Alexandria (VA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Castro & Company, based in Alexandria, VA, is seeking a Junior Financial Analyst to support audit activities for Federal Government clients. You will lead and assist with contract audit support, develop rate letters, and perform determinations under the DCAA framework.

The role emphasizes collaboration, mentorship, and technical excellence within Audit & Attest. A 1+ year background in government audits is preferred and active US citizenship is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field from an accredited university.
• 1+ years of DCAA contract type audit or compliance experience.
• CPA, or eligible to sit for the CPA exam, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage audit requests and rate verifications.
• Prepare Indirect Rate Agreement Letters and Low‑Risk Memos.
• Perform Incurred Cost Proposal Submission Adequacy Determinations and Contractor Disclosure Statement Adequacy Determinations.
• Perform Analyses of Contractor Proposed Provisional Billing Rates.
• Prepare and review Pre‑Award Surveys of Contractor Accounting Systems.
• Maintain strong client focus and develop productive client relationships.

Skills

DCAA audits

Contract audits

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Job description

Castro & Company, based in Alexandria, VA, is seeking a Junior Financial Analyst to support audit activities for Federal Government clients. You will lead and assist with contract audit support, develop rate letters, and perform determinations under the DCAA framework.

The role emphasizes collaboration, mentorship, and technical excellence within Audit & Attest. A 1+ year background in government audits is preferred and active US citizenship is required.