Auditor

Aptive • Remote,

5d • Remote

About The Position

Aptive Resources is seeking an Auditor to support the Non-Profit Program Office (NPPO) within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Office of Research and Development (ORD). This role supports audit oversight, financial compliance monitoring, and financial management review activities associated with VA-affiliated nonprofit corporations (NPCs). The Auditor will assist NPPO leadership in reviewing financial documentation, evaluating financial reporting practices, assessing compliance with applicable requirements, supporting audit-related activities, and identifying risks or areas requiring corrective action. The ideal candidate will have a strong accounting, auditing, or financial management background and experience reviewing financial statements, audit reports, accounting processes, internal controls, and compliance-related financial activities. This position requires regular travel to support on-site reviews, audit activities, compliance assessments, and stakeholder engagement activities at VA-affiliated nonprofit corporations. Candidates should expect travel of up to approximately 50%, including recurring multi-day site visits throughout the year (typically every other week). This is a full-time (40 hours/week), 100% remote position. It is currently funded through September 29, 2026 under the current contract period of performance, with potential for extension into the next option year based on contract continuation and program needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, economics, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in auditing, accounting, financial management, financial compliance, or financial oversight activities.
• Experience reviewing financial statements, audit reports, accounting records, budgets, or financial compliance documentation.
• Knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting practices, and financial management processes.
• Experience identifying financial risks, discrepancies, internal control concerns, compliance issues, and recommending corrective actions.
• Experience preparing written findings, reports, recommendations, or financial analyses.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS/Yellow Book) and experience applying auditing standards in audit, compliance, or oversight activities.
• Ability and willingness to travel up to approximately 50% in support of audit, compliance, and oversight activities.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while managing multiple priorities.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a public trust clearance.

Nice To Haves

• CPA, CIA, CFE, CGFM, or other relevant audit, accounting, or financial oversight certification strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting nonprofit organizations, healthcare organizations, federal programs, research organizations, or academic medical centers.
• Experience reviewing external audits, evaluating internal controls, assessing compliance risks, and supporting corrective action or audit readiness activities.
• Familiarity with nonprofit financial reporting, IRS Form 990 reporting, nonprofit governance requirements, or nonprofit compliance activities.
• Experience participating in site reviews, compliance assessments, financial monitoring activities, or similar oversight functions.
• High degree of professionalism, discretion, and mature judgment in handling sensitive financial information.

Responsibilities

• Review financial statements, audit reports, accounting records, and supporting financial documentation submitted by nonprofit corporations.
• Support audit oversight and financial compliance monitoring activities associated with VA-affiliated nonprofit corporations.
• Assess financial reporting practices, accounting processes, and compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and financial management requirements.
• Participate in on-site reviews, audit activities, compliance assessments, and stakeholder meetings at VA-affiliated nonprofit corporations as required.
• Evaluate financial controls and identify risks, discrepancies, weaknesses, or areas requiring corrective action.
• Support review and follow-up of audit findings, recommendations, corrective action plans, and remediation activities.
• Analyze financial and accounting information and prepare reports, summaries, and recommendations for NPPO leadership.
• Assist in evaluating financial management practices and identifying opportunities for process improvement and strengthened internal controls.
• Maintain audit tracking tools, financial review documentation, and compliance records.
• Coordinate with NPPO staff, nonprofit corporation representatives, auditors, and other stakeholders to support oversight activities.
• Support preparation of briefing materials, reports, and presentations related to audit, accounting, and financial management activities.
• Provide technical assistance and support regarding financial reporting, accounting documentation, and financial management requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level