Experienced Internal Controls Consultant, Public Sector - Federal Civilian

Job Description

Job Summary :

BDO is seeking an experienced professional to support federal Internal control assessments, audit readiness, government audit, and process improvement duties for federal government clients.

The individual in this role will identify, document, and assess risk and internal controls in accordance with various federal laws, regulations, and standards, while making suggestions to mitigate risk and improve internal controls and processes.

They will identify and assess risk at the enterprise level and business process level, and will assess various financial reporting, operational and entity level processes, and controls in accordance with Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Circular A-123 (including its appendices) and Government Accountability Office (GAO) Green Book.

Job Duties :

• Performs federal Internal control over financial reporting (ICOFR) assessments, audit readiness, government audit, internal controls, and process improvement duties
• Prepares and updates process narratives, develops risks and control matrices, conducts test plans, performs internal control testing, and develops findings and reports
• Identifies and documents inherent risk and enterprise risk (as applicable) and performs risk assessments
• Assists with performing verification and validation of corrective action plans
• Leads walkthrough meetings with taking detailed notes and identifies and documents risks and internal controls
• Reviews corrective actions and provides recommendations based on best practices as needed to resolve internal control deficiencies
• Delivers a full range of services that uses their educational background, experience, and organizational skills while serving BDO's dynamic public sector client base
• Assists with firm practice, solution, and business development initiatives
• Supports task areas while coordinating closely with engagement team management and client leadership on strategy, planning, execution, status, and review processes
• Supports clients with key financial and budgetary, information technology, and operational transformation initiatives
• Adapts to a changing client environment while meeting client expectations
• Manages priorities and works effectively to initiate correspondence and task completion and supports multiple efforts through flexible multi-task coordination
• Provides summary recommendations to team leadership regarding assigned work stream
• Applies fundamental industry knowledge and standards to support client reviews, improvements, and / or implementations
• Communicates and maintains relationships with key client personnel to ensure shared understanding of processes, operations, and functions
• Prepares presentations, briefings, and actively participates in client meetings and day-to-day interactions
• Communicates with team management through effective status reporting and demonstrates ownership and accountability for assigned task areas and work products
• Establishes professional rapport with clients and other organizations
• Supports and reviews work products for technical accuracy, deliverable quality, and overall value to the client
• Attends relevant training, seminars, and / or conferences to stay current with technical skills that align with client's needs and changes in the industry
• Supports recruiting efforts by identifying potential candidates and participating in interviews
• Supports business development meetings and / or proposal development process with guidance from Public Practice leadership
• Other duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities :

Potential supervision of Public Sector staff on engagements related to internal and client projects

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Education :

Bachelor's degree, required; with a focus in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration, preferred

Experience :

• Two (2) or more years of accounting, financial, business, technology, management, or operations experience, required
• Five (5) or more years of accounting, financial, business, technology, management, or operations experience, preferred
• Experience with Federal Internal Control Over Financial Reporting (ICOFR) assessments, audit readiness, government audit and internal controls, federal financial management, OMB Circular A-123, SOX 404, and / or process improvement, preferred
• Experience with regulations set by the Chief Financial Officers (CFO) Act, Federal Managers Financial Integrity Act (FMFIA), Federal Financial Management Improvement Act (FFMIA), Office of Management and Budget (OMB), and US Government Accountability Office (GAO), preferred

License(s) / Certification(s) :

• Ability to obtain and maintain government agency suitability or security clearance, required
• CPA, CGFM, CISA, PMP or related certification, preferred

Software :

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suites, specifically Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, required
• Advanced proficiency in use of Microsoft Office Suites (especially Excel, PowerPoint, and Word), preferred
Language(s) :
• N / A
• N / A

Other Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities :

• Well-developed and professional interpersonal skills
• Ability to interact effectively with people at all organizational levels within the client organization and in the firm
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaborate within a team environment and with a customer service focus
• Ability to follow instructions as directed
• Superior organizational skills with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Detail oriented with in-depth knowledge and application of English grammar and ability to proofread all written materials including proposals, pitches, presentations, etc.

About Us

Join us at BDO, where you will find more than a career, you'll find a place where your work is impactful, and you are valued for your individuality.

We offer flexibility and opportunities for advancement. Our culture is centered around making meaningful connections, approaching interactions with curiosity, and being true to yourself, all while making a positive difference in the world.

At BDO, our purpose of helping people thrive every day is at the heart of everything we do. Together, we are focused on delivering exceptional and sustainable outcomes and value for our people, our clients, and our communities.

BDO is proud to be an ESOP company, reflecting a culture that puts people first, by sharing financially in our growth in value with our U.

S. team. BDO professionals provide assurance, tax and advisory services for a diverse range of clients across the U.S. and in over 160 countries through our global organization.

BDO is the first large accounting and advisory organization to implement an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). A qualified retirement plan, the ESOP offers participants a stake in the firm's success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being.

The ESOP stands as a compelling addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits* offerings. The annual allocation to the ESOP is fully funded by BDO through investments in company stock and grants employees the chance to grow their wealth over time as their shares vest and grow in value with the firm's success, with no employee contributions.

We are committed to delivering exceptional experiences to middle market leaders by sharing insight-driven perspectives, helping companies take business as usual to better than usual.

With industry knowledge and experience, a breadth and depth of resources, and unwavering commitment to quality, we pride ourselves on :

• Welcoming diverse perspectives and understanding the experience of our professionals and clients
• Empowering team members to explore their full potential
• Our talented team who brings varying skills, knowledge and experience to proactively help our clients navigate an expanding array of complex challenges and opportunities
• Celebrating ingenuity and innovation to transform our business and help our clients transform theirs
• Focus on resilience and sustainability to positively impact our people, clients, and communities
• Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability / vets

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