Federal Compliance Tester
About The Position
The Federal Compliance Tester is an internal IBM Consulting Finance role that is a part of the Federal Compliance Team. The role is responsible for understanding policies and procedures, developing test plans and performing the testing of processes as it relates to the accounting system, estimating system and procurement system. This role requires a general knowledge of Federal Government Contracting including Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) that can be applied when identifying risks/issues and providing recommendations for remediation. The role is also responsible for record keeping of testing performed, results and actions taken. A strong business controls background and/or audit experience is preferred. A successful candidate will be able to work independently with guidance provided by the Compliance Manager and be proactive in obtaining data needed from internal and external sources to complete requests. Experience with Deltek Costpoint or the ability to quickly learn how to navigate new systems would be helpful for a fast start in the role. The ability to work cross functionally and clearly communicate findings with stakeholders both verbally and written is required.
Requirements
- US Citizenship and US location required
- Bachelors in Accounting/Finance or related field
- Experience or coursework in Business Controls and/or Audit
- General knowledge of CAS and FAR and requirements of business systems
- Work experience with government contracting and CAS/FAR testing programs
Nice To Haves
- Experience in financial management of Government contracts, Compliance and audit
- Experience with Deltek Costpoint and Cognos
- Knowledge of AI and process automation
Responsibilities
- Understanding policies and procedures
- Developing test plans
- Performing the testing of processes as it relates to the accounting system, estimating system and procurement system
- Identifying risks/issues and providing recommendations for remediation
- Record keeping of testing performed, results and actions taken
- Obtaining data needed from internal and external sources to complete requests
- Clearly communicate findings with stakeholders both verbally and written
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
