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Cotton & Company LLP

IT Director

Cotton & Company LLP, Alexandria, Virginia, us, 22350

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Overview IT Director (US - Alexandria, VA)

What to expect when you join the Sikich family

Team members at Sikich have a lot in common while also being part of a varied group of contributors, creating a distinct and thriving culture. We believe that through various perspectives, challenging the status quo and rewarding action, we accelerate innovation and drive growth - for our clients, for ourselves and for our communities.

The professional services landscape continues to evolve. Sikich has an opportunity to cement our leadership position and grow our organization in exciting ways. This growth benefits every team member with more client opportunities and access to talent. Sikich has developed a rewarding employee experience and is a sought-after employer of choice.

Are you ready to grow with us?

Position Summary Sikich is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented experienced auditing professional with strong leadership and accounting skills. This role is contingent upon award of contract. This position requires an active Secret clearance.

What will you do in this role?

Provide the first line of supervision to a team of audit professionals

Review work products prepared by the team, including workpapers, findings, reports, and other written deliverables, to ensure quality and consistency with auditing standards and firm guidelines

Leverage understanding of Government Auditing Standards to design audit plans and procedures and oversee the successful execution of those plans

Self-starter, takes the initiative to deliver quality work products to the client with little direction from supervisor

Supervise and review work performed by other staff

Develop people through effectively delegating tasks and providing guidance to staff

Provide subject matter technical expertise to delivery team in financial management areas of financial reporting, internal control, and/or financial business systems

Review draft deliverables prepared by engagement teams and present final results to management

Assist Principals and Senior Managers in the creation of proposals, business development, and practice administration

Leverage technology, including data analysis tools and AI, to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of audit procedures

Advise and consult with Principals on all significant developments

Act as primary liaison to the client and make Principals aware of all major developments

Utilize technology to share knowledge with team members, develop skills, and continually learn

What do you need to succeed in this role?

Bachelor's degree required. Information Systems degree is preferred

Minimum 10 years of auditing and/or related technical experience

Minimum interim or active Secret clearance

Management/Leadership Experience

Strong customer service skills

Project management experience

CISA preferred

Experience performing SOC 1 or SOC 2 audits (strongly preferred)

Familiarity with FISCAM and/or FISMA frameworks also acceptable

Excellent verbal and written communications skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Knowledge in the following areas is preferred:

Federal Accounting Standards Advisory Board (FASAB) Statements of Federal Financial Accounting Standards

Government Accountability Office's (GAO's) Government Auditing Standards (GAS)

American Institute of Certified Public Accountants' (AICPA's) AU-Cs

GAO/Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency (CIGIE) Financial Audit Manual (FAM)

GAO Federal Information System Controls Audit Manual (FISCAM)

OMB Bulletin 24-02, Audit Requirements for Federal Financial Statements (as amended)

Other requirements for federal reporting and accounting, such as OMB bulletins and circulars, USSGL, etc.

Specific traits required

Servant Leader - You are hyper focused on engaging employees, fostering development, and building a positive culture

Solutions Focus - You see opportunities in every problem and can develop, articulate, and implement solutions

Collaborative - You are a relationship builder across all levels of the organization

Trustworthy - You do what you say and follow through on commitments with integrity

Impact & Influence Thinker - You gain support for ideas and get others to act to advance initiatives

About Sikich Sikich is a global company specializing in Accounting, Advisory, and Technical professional services. We provide insights and transformative strategies to help strengthen every dimension of our clients' businesses.

Sikich Total Rewards Our team members enjoy expansive benefits including competitive compensation and insurance options, wellness programs, and generous time off. Benefits examples:

Flexible Time Off (FTO) from day one

Paid holidays and potential time off during year-end

Comprehensive wellness program with rewards

In compliance with pay transparency laws, the midpoint of the salary range for this role is $175,000. This is not a guaranteed offer amount and may vary based on experience and location.

We also offer:

Flexible work arrangements

Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance options

HSA employer contribution

Nine paid holidays annually

Robust Parental Bonding Leave

401(k) with employer contributions

CPA exam bonus with paid exam and study days

Tuition reimbursement

Employee and client referral bonuses

Pet insurance

FORCE - Sikich community volunteer program offering paid volunteer hours

Want to learn more? Visit our Careers website or Glassdoor profile.

Sikich is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

Sikich currently practices in an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Professional Code of Conduct and applicable law, regulations, and professional standards. Sikich CPA LLC is a licensed CPA firm that provides audit and attest services. Sikich LLC has a contractual arrangement with Sikich CPA LLC to support those services.

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