BDO USA
Senior Financial Improvement Consultant - Public Sector, Defense
BDO USA, Mc Lean, Virginia, us, 22107
Overview
BDO is seeking a consultant level professional to support project delivery activities for US Defense agencies. The individual will provide financial improvement, transformation, and audit support services to improve the completeness, accuracy, reliability, and timeliness of a federal agency’s financial data in support of the objective to obtain an unmodified audit opinion. Responsibilities
Provides day-to-day client duties to include one or more of the following scope areas to support audit response and remediation objectives: Audit facilitation; audit remediation strategy and implementation support; audit strategic communications, training, and change management; risk management and internal controls support; financial management policy and standardized business practices; financial system posting logic and annual general ledger updates; FFMIA compliance; system implementation and transformation audit support; and/or capability modernization. Supports management with meeting client project requirements and coordinates closely with engagement team management and client leadership on planning, execution, and status processes. Provides the client with professional Federal accounting and auditing solutions and change management support to progress toward an unmodified audit opinion. Activities may include: audit response and liaison efforts; audit walkthroughs and site visits; financial audit program strategy, integration, and reporting; development and/or implementation of corrective actions and best practices; collaboration with client stakeholders to address system, process, control, and data needs; training, change management, and communication support; documentation, risk assessments, controls testing, and gap addressing; assistance with accounting and financial reporting operations; standardization efforts; data requests; and preparation of written reports, metrics, dashboards, and status updates. Participates in client and internal team meetings; manages priorities, initiates correspondence, and ensures task completion; supports multiple efforts through flexible multi-task coordination; maintains effective status reporting to management; demonstrates ownership and accountability for assigned areas; and pursues relevant training to stay current with technical skills. Supports recruiting efforts by identifying and referring potential candidates. Other duties as required. Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Technology/Systems, Business Management/Administration, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or Data Science, required; OR Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in another discipline with an applicable certification (e.g., CPA, CISA, CGFM, CDFM) required. Experience
Four (4) or more years of Federal (preferred) or commercial financial management experience, required. Two (2) or more years of Federal (preferred) or commercial accounting experience, preferred. Experience with OM&S, Inventory & Related Property, or Environmental & Disposal Liabilities experience, preferred; direct experience with auditing or supporting financial statement audits and/or SSAE 18 / SOC 1 examination response and remediation is preferred for OM&S, and asset-driven/environmental liability estimates for E&DL. Experience with financial statement audits or audit readiness support, preferred. Experience with FIAR Guidance, GAAP, USSGL, FASAB, SFFAS, CFO Act, FMFIA, FFMIA, ICOFR, GAGAS (Yellow Book), and OMB Circulars, preferred. Experience with DoD financial management policies and procedures, preferred. Experience with DoD policies, systems, and procedures for personnel or acquisition, preferred. Licenses/Certifications
Minimum Secret level security clearance, required. One or more active certifications: CPA, CISA, CGFM, CDFM; OR equivalent degree as detailed in Education section, required. Software
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); advanced proficiency preferred. Other Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Ability to support possible project-related travel, as needed. Knowledge of Inventory & Related Property accounting standards (SFFAS 3 and 48), SSAE 18, and audit/internal control requirements within Inventory & Related Property processes. Knowledge of environmental laws and financial requirements (CERCLA, DERP, RCRA, SFFAS 5, 6, and TR 2, 11). Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to own work product development and coordinate with team members; capable of working independently and in a team with a customer service focus; strong organizational skills. Salary ranges vary by location. Example: Maryland Range: $70,000 - $90,000; Washington DC Range: $70,000 - $90,000. About Us
Join BDO to find a place where your work is impactful and you are valued. We offer flexibility and opportunities for advancement, with a culture focused on meaningful connections, curiosity, and making a positive difference. BDO is proud to be an ESOP company, sharing financially in our growth with the U.S. team. We provide assurance, tax, and advisory services across the U.S. and globally. We are committed to delivering exceptional experiences to middle market leaders by sharing insight-driven perspectives and empowering our professionals. Our Total Rewards program includes a comprehensive benefits package; benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.
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BDO is seeking a consultant level professional to support project delivery activities for US Defense agencies. The individual will provide financial improvement, transformation, and audit support services to improve the completeness, accuracy, reliability, and timeliness of a federal agency’s financial data in support of the objective to obtain an unmodified audit opinion. Responsibilities
Provides day-to-day client duties to include one or more of the following scope areas to support audit response and remediation objectives: Audit facilitation; audit remediation strategy and implementation support; audit strategic communications, training, and change management; risk management and internal controls support; financial management policy and standardized business practices; financial system posting logic and annual general ledger updates; FFMIA compliance; system implementation and transformation audit support; and/or capability modernization. Supports management with meeting client project requirements and coordinates closely with engagement team management and client leadership on planning, execution, and status processes. Provides the client with professional Federal accounting and auditing solutions and change management support to progress toward an unmodified audit opinion. Activities may include: audit response and liaison efforts; audit walkthroughs and site visits; financial audit program strategy, integration, and reporting; development and/or implementation of corrective actions and best practices; collaboration with client stakeholders to address system, process, control, and data needs; training, change management, and communication support; documentation, risk assessments, controls testing, and gap addressing; assistance with accounting and financial reporting operations; standardization efforts; data requests; and preparation of written reports, metrics, dashboards, and status updates. Participates in client and internal team meetings; manages priorities, initiates correspondence, and ensures task completion; supports multiple efforts through flexible multi-task coordination; maintains effective status reporting to management; demonstrates ownership and accountability for assigned areas; and pursues relevant training to stay current with technical skills. Supports recruiting efforts by identifying and referring potential candidates. Other duties as required. Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Technology/Systems, Business Management/Administration, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or Data Science, required; OR Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in another discipline with an applicable certification (e.g., CPA, CISA, CGFM, CDFM) required. Experience
Four (4) or more years of Federal (preferred) or commercial financial management experience, required. Two (2) or more years of Federal (preferred) or commercial accounting experience, preferred. Experience with OM&S, Inventory & Related Property, or Environmental & Disposal Liabilities experience, preferred; direct experience with auditing or supporting financial statement audits and/or SSAE 18 / SOC 1 examination response and remediation is preferred for OM&S, and asset-driven/environmental liability estimates for E&DL. Experience with financial statement audits or audit readiness support, preferred. Experience with FIAR Guidance, GAAP, USSGL, FASAB, SFFAS, CFO Act, FMFIA, FFMIA, ICOFR, GAGAS (Yellow Book), and OMB Circulars, preferred. Experience with DoD financial management policies and procedures, preferred. Experience with DoD policies, systems, and procedures for personnel or acquisition, preferred. Licenses/Certifications
Minimum Secret level security clearance, required. One or more active certifications: CPA, CISA, CGFM, CDFM; OR equivalent degree as detailed in Education section, required. Software
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); advanced proficiency preferred. Other Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Ability to support possible project-related travel, as needed. Knowledge of Inventory & Related Property accounting standards (SFFAS 3 and 48), SSAE 18, and audit/internal control requirements within Inventory & Related Property processes. Knowledge of environmental laws and financial requirements (CERCLA, DERP, RCRA, SFFAS 5, 6, and TR 2, 11). Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to own work product development and coordinate with team members; capable of working independently and in a team with a customer service focus; strong organizational skills. Salary ranges vary by location. Example: Maryland Range: $70,000 - $90,000; Washington DC Range: $70,000 - $90,000. About Us
Join BDO to find a place where your work is impactful and you are valued. We offer flexibility and opportunities for advancement, with a culture focused on meaningful connections, curiosity, and making a positive difference. BDO is proud to be an ESOP company, sharing financially in our growth with the U.S. team. We provide assurance, tax, and advisory services across the U.S. and globally. We are committed to delivering exceptional experiences to middle market leaders by sharing insight-driven perspectives and empowering our professionals. Our Total Rewards program includes a comprehensive benefits package; benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.
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