Audit Associate

Job description

Associates demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of auditing and internal controls concepts. They provide support and related assistance in Federal financial management, including internal controls, planning, budgeting, accounting, auditing and reporting.

RESPONSIBILITIES (INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO):

• Participate in internal control assessments in accordance with OMB Circular A-123 to include the test of design and operating effectiveness for internal controls over financial reporting and operations.
• Support government clients in the preparation of deliverables, including financial reporting, account analysis, executing test plans, audit support, program and data analysis, business process narratives, etc.
• Design and implement Enterprise Risk Management programs at various government agencies.
• Support the preparation of Federal financial reports in accordance with OMB Circular A-136.
• Demonstrate initiative and effective decision-making and problem solving.
• Collaborate with teams internally and externally to ensure high quality work and timely deliverables.
• Attend professional development conferences and internal meetings.
• Utilize Microsoft Office or other tools to create and format documents, tables, presentations, briefings, and trainings.
• Integrate internal controls processes with Enterprise Risk Management.
• Demonstrate initiative and effective decision-making and problem solving.

REQUIREMENTS (INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO):

• US Citizen
• 1-2 years of relevant experience in accounting, auditing, or other area of Federal financial management.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in accounting or related field
• Ability to obtain US Federal government security clearance.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• CPA or CGFM (Preferred)

EXPERIENCE IN:

• Internal Controls
• Federal financial Management
• DoD Experience
• Audit readiness
• Enterprise Risk Management
• Single Audit requirements of a non-federal entity and Uniform Guidance (2 CFR § 200).