Financial Improvement Management Consultant - Public ...

Financial Improvement Management Consultant - Public Sector, DefenseJoin to apply for the Financial Improvement Management Consultant - Public Sector, Defense role at BDO USAFinancial Improvement Management Consultant - Public Sector, Defense1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Financial Improvement Management Consultant - Public Sector, Defense role at BDO USAGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.JOB DESCRIPTIONBDO is seeking a senior consultant level professional to support project delivery activities for US Defense agencies. The individual in this position 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 overall objective to obtain an unmodified audit opinion. The role will be responsible for supporting leaders within the Practice to support business development, practice development, and/or project delivery activities, along with day-to-day client delivery and relationships with clients on Public Sector engagements. This role may also be involved in direct supervision of staff.Job SummaryJOB DESCRIPTIONBDO is seeking a senior consultant level professional to support project delivery activities for US Defense agencies. The individual in this position 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 overall objective to obtain an unmodified audit opinion. The role will be responsible for supporting leaders within the Practice to support business development, practice development, and/or project delivery activities, along with day-to-day client delivery and relationships with clients on Public Sector engagements. This role may also be involved in direct supervision of staff.Job DutiesExecutes day-to-day duties for the client, to include leading and/or providing guidance in one or more of the following scope areas to support the client in achieving 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; Federal Financial Management Improvement Act (FFMIA) compliance; System implementation and transformation audit support; and/or Capability modernizationSupports management of team operations in compliance with client project requirements; may have responsibilities in providing guidance on specific staff, deliverables, or tasksOwns or provides guidance in task areas while coordinating closely with engagement team management and client leadership on planning, execution, status, and review processesProvides the client with professional Federal accounting and auditing solutions and change management support to progress client towards achieving an unmodified audit opinion of its financial statements. Typical activities may include:Supports audit response and liaison efforts to assist the client in responding to audit requests and interacting with the external financial auditorLeads or supports audit walkthroughs on assigned system or business process scope and attends audit site visits to support the client in fielding on site observations and testingProvides financial audit program strategy, integration, and reporting supportLeads or supports the development and/or implementation of corrective actions and best practices in support of resolving audit findings; applies fundamental industry knowledge and standards to support improvements and/or implementationsWorks with various client stakeholder communities to understand system, process, control, and/or data needs to support financial improvement through the solving of complex financial issuesProvides training, change management, and communication support to help the dissemination and implementation of various audit readiness, response, remediation, and sustainment topics with client personnelLeads or supports the documentation, design, and/or implementation of risk assessments, processes, and controls; advises on supporting documentation, and supports controls testing and addressing of identified gapsAssists with accounting and/or financial reporting operations, standardization efforts, analysis, work products, and data calls; supports client management with compiling financial statement informationConducts accounting standard research and advises on posting logic for various transactional eventsAssesses system compliance with FFMIA and system control frameworks and requirementsSupports test of design or operating effectiveness reviews for identified system or business process controlsConducts reviews of assets, key supporting documentation, and/or system recordsLeads or assists transformation efforts from legacy processes to fully integrated and modernized system or process solutions; advises on system implementation and transformation activities to help ensure audit requirements are metSupports the development of written reports, in-progress reviews, metrics, dashboards, and/or status reportingPrepares presentations, briefings, and actively participates in and/or leads client meetings and day-to-day interactionsContributes to the development of deliverables, reporting metrics, and trainingsSupports review of work products for technical accuracy, deliverable quality, and overall value to the clientManages priorities and works effectively to initiate correspondence and task completion; supports multiple efforts through flexible multi-task coordinationCommunicates and maintains relationships with key client personnel to ensure shared understanding of processes, operations, and functionsCommunicates with team management through effective status reporting and demonstrates ownership and accountability for assigned task areas and work productsSupports firm practice activities, and solution initiatives, and/or business development and proposal efforts with guidance from Public Sector leadershipAttends relevant training, seminars, and/or conferences to stay current with technical skills that align with client’s needs and changes in the industrySupports recruiting efforts by identifying and referring potential candidatesOther duties as requiredSupervisory ResponsibilitiesMay supervise the day-to-day workload of Public Sector direct reports (consultant level staff) related to client projectsEducationQualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Business Management/Administration, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or Data Science, required; OR a Bachelors or Master’s Degree in another discipline and one of the certifications in the below Certification(s) section, requiredExperienceSeven (7) or more years of experience with Federal, (preferred) or commercial financial management, requiredThree (3) or more years of experience with Federal, (preferred) or commercial accounting, requiredOperating Materials & Supplies (OM&S), Inventory & Related Property, or Environmental & Disposal Liabilities (E&DL) experience, preferred:If OM&S or other Inventory & Related Property experience, then direct experience with auditing or supporting financial statement audits and/or SSAE 18 / SOC 1 examination response and remediation, preferredIf E&DL experience, then direct experience with developing asset-driven and/or event-driven environmental liability estimates, preferredExperience with financial statement audits or audit readiness support, preferredExperience with one (1) or more of the following, preferred:Financial Improvement and Audit Readiness (FIAR) Guidance GAAPUSSGL, FASAB,SFFAS, CFO ActFMFIA, FFMIA, ICOFR, GAGAS (Yellow Book)OMB CircularsExperience with DoD financial management policies and procedures, preferredExperience with DoD policies, systems, and procedures for personnel, or acquisition, , preferredLicense(s)/Certification(s)Minimum active Secret level security clearance, requiredOne (1) or more of the following active and current certifications: CPA, , CISA, CGFM, CDFM,; OR either a Bachelor’s or Master’s as detailed in the above Education section, requiredSoftwareProficient in the use of Microsoft Office Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, requiredAdvanced proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suites (especially Excel, PowerPoint, and Word), preferredExperience with SAP based platforms, preferredSharePoint or audit response tool experience, preferredLanguage(s)N/AOther Knowledge, Skills, & AbilitiesAbility to support possible project-related travel, as neededKnowledge of Inventory & Related Property accounting standards (i.e., SFFAS 3 and 48), SSAE 18, and/or application of audit and internal control requirements within an Inventory & Related Property business process environmentKnowledge of environmental laws, regulations, and financial requirements, including, Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA), Defense Environmental Restoration Program (DERP), Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), Statement of Federal Financial Accounting Standards (SFFAS) 5, 6, and Technical Release 2, and 11Ability to interact effectively with people at all organizational levels within the client organization and in the firmExcellent verbal and written communication skillsIndividual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.Maryland Range: $85,000 - $125,000Washington DC Range: $85,000 - $125,000About UsJoin 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. 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Created: 2025-09-17