BDO USA
Senior Financial Improvement Consultant - Public Sector, Defense
BDO USA, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Senior Financial Improvement Consultant - Public Sector, Defense
BDO is seeking a senior 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 obtaining an unmodified audit opinion. The role may involve day-to-day client delivery and relationships on Public Sector engagements and, in some cases, direct supervision of staff. Job Responsibilities
Provides day-to-day client duties in one or more scope areas to support audit response and remediation objectives, including: 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; FFIMA compliance; system implementation and transformation audit support; and capability modernization. Supports management in meeting client project requirements and may provide guidance on staff, deliverables, or tasks. Coordinates with engagement team management and client leadership on planning, execution, and status processes. Provides professional Federal accounting and auditing solutions and change management support to progress toward an unmodified audit opinion. Activities may include: Audit response liaison and interaction with external auditors Leading or supporting audit walkthroughs and on-site observations/testing Financial audit program strategy, integration, and reporting support Development and implementation of corrective actions and best practices to resolve audit findings Engaging with client stakeholders to understand system, process, control, and data needs for financial improvement Training, change management, and communication support for audit readiness, remediation, and sustainment Documentation, design, and implementation of risk assessments, processes, and controls; advising on supporting documentation and controls testing Assistance with accounting and financial reporting operations, standardization efforts, analysis, and data requests Accounting standard research and posting logic discussions for various transactions Assessment of system compliance with FFMIA and control frameworks Test of design or operating effectiveness for identified controls Review of assets, supporting documentation, and system records Support transformation from legacy processes to integrated and modernized solutions Development of written reports, progress reviews, metrics, dashboards, and status reporting Preparation of presentations and participation in client meetings; contribute to deliverables and trainings Support practice activities, solution initiatives, and business development with guidance from Public Sector leadership Attend training and conferences to stay current with technical skills Support recruiting by identifying and referring potential candidates Other duties as required Manage priorities and coordinate multiple efforts; maintain relationships with key client personnel; provide status reporting and demonstrate ownership of tasks. Possess strong communication skills and the ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented, client-focused environment. Education
Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, IT/Systems, Business Management/Administration, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or Data Science, required; OR Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in another discipline plus an applicable certification listed in the Certifications section, required Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
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 (E&DL) is preferred; direct experience with audits and remediation is preferred Experience with financial statement audits or audit readiness support, preferred Experience with FIAR, USSGL, FASAB/SFFAS, CFO Act, FMFIA, FFMIA, ICOFR, GAGAS (Yellow Book), and OMB Circulars is preferred Experience with DoD financial management policies and procedures, preferred Experience with DoD policies, systems, and procedures for personnel or acquisition, preferred Active Secret level security clearance required One of the following active certifications: CPA, CISA, CGFM, CDFM; OR equivalent degree as detailed above Software
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); advanced proficiency preferred Experience with SAP-based platforms and SharePoint or audit response tools preferred Other Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Willingness to travel for project needs 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, TR2/TR11) Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to own work product and coordinate across teams Ability to supervise staff, follow instructions, and provide feedback Ability to work independently and with a customer-service focus Superior organizational skills required with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. EOE statements: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. BDO USA, P.A. is an EO employer M/F/Veteran/Disability.
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BDO is seeking a senior 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 obtaining an unmodified audit opinion. The role may involve day-to-day client delivery and relationships on Public Sector engagements and, in some cases, direct supervision of staff. Job Responsibilities
Provides day-to-day client duties in one or more scope areas to support audit response and remediation objectives, including: 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; FFIMA compliance; system implementation and transformation audit support; and capability modernization. Supports management in meeting client project requirements and may provide guidance on staff, deliverables, or tasks. Coordinates with engagement team management and client leadership on planning, execution, and status processes. Provides professional Federal accounting and auditing solutions and change management support to progress toward an unmodified audit opinion. Activities may include: Audit response liaison and interaction with external auditors Leading or supporting audit walkthroughs and on-site observations/testing Financial audit program strategy, integration, and reporting support Development and implementation of corrective actions and best practices to resolve audit findings Engaging with client stakeholders to understand system, process, control, and data needs for financial improvement Training, change management, and communication support for audit readiness, remediation, and sustainment Documentation, design, and implementation of risk assessments, processes, and controls; advising on supporting documentation and controls testing Assistance with accounting and financial reporting operations, standardization efforts, analysis, and data requests Accounting standard research and posting logic discussions for various transactions Assessment of system compliance with FFMIA and control frameworks Test of design or operating effectiveness for identified controls Review of assets, supporting documentation, and system records Support transformation from legacy processes to integrated and modernized solutions Development of written reports, progress reviews, metrics, dashboards, and status reporting Preparation of presentations and participation in client meetings; contribute to deliverables and trainings Support practice activities, solution initiatives, and business development with guidance from Public Sector leadership Attend training and conferences to stay current with technical skills Support recruiting by identifying and referring potential candidates Other duties as required Manage priorities and coordinate multiple efforts; maintain relationships with key client personnel; provide status reporting and demonstrate ownership of tasks. Possess strong communication skills and the ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented, client-focused environment. Education
Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, IT/Systems, Business Management/Administration, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or Data Science, required; OR Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in another discipline plus an applicable certification listed in the Certifications section, required Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
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 (E&DL) is preferred; direct experience with audits and remediation is preferred Experience with financial statement audits or audit readiness support, preferred Experience with FIAR, USSGL, FASAB/SFFAS, CFO Act, FMFIA, FFMIA, ICOFR, GAGAS (Yellow Book), and OMB Circulars is preferred Experience with DoD financial management policies and procedures, preferred Experience with DoD policies, systems, and procedures for personnel or acquisition, preferred Active Secret level security clearance required One of the following active certifications: CPA, CISA, CGFM, CDFM; OR equivalent degree as detailed above Software
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); advanced proficiency preferred Experience with SAP-based platforms and SharePoint or audit response tools preferred Other Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Willingness to travel for project needs 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, TR2/TR11) Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to own work product and coordinate across teams Ability to supervise staff, follow instructions, and provide feedback Ability to work independently and with a customer-service focus Superior organizational skills required with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. EOE statements: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. BDO USA, P.A. is an EO employer M/F/Veteran/Disability.
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