Financial Management / Contracting Senior Consultant

Guidehouse • McLean, VA

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About The Position

Lead the assessment and documentation of internal controls over contracting and procurement processes, ensuring alignment with OMB Circular A-123 and agency-specific acquisition policies. Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of controls related to contract planning, award, administration, and closeout, identifying control gaps and recommending remediation strategies. Coordinate with acquisition, legal, finance, and program offices to gather evidence, perform walkthroughs, and validate compliance with FAR, agency supplements, and internal control standards. Develop risk assessments and control testing plans specific to procurement activities. Prepare and present findings and assurance documentation to senior leadership, supporting the agency’s annual Statement of Assurance and continuous improvement in procurement integrity.

Requirements

• An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED TS/SCI Federal or DoD security clearance with a COUNTERINTELLIGENCE (CI) polygraph
• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field
• FIVE (5)+ years of experience working with vendor invoices and monthly status reports
• ONE (1)+ year of experience complying with Payment Integrity Information Act (PIIA)

Nice To Haves

• Relevant certification including the Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM), Certified Defense Financial Manager (CDFM), and/or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).
• Experience with conducting federal financial statement audits and/or supporting audit remediation engagements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the assessment and documentation of internal controls over contracting and procurement processes, ensuring alignment with OMB Circular A-123 and agency-specific acquisition policies.
• Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of controls related to contract planning, award, administration, and closeout, identifying control gaps and recommending remediation strategies.
• Coordinate with acquisition, legal, finance, and program offices to gather evidence, perform walkthroughs, and validate compliance with FAR, agency supplements, and internal control standards.
• Develop risk assessments and control testing plans specific to procurement activities.
• Prepare and present findings and assurance documentation to senior leadership, supporting the agency’s annual Statement of Assurance and continuous improvement in procurement integrity.

Benefits

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Student Loan PayDown
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
• Mobility Stipend

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees