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Job Summary:

BDO is seeking an experienced consultant who will focus on identifying, assessing, and supporting a Federal Government agencies’ business processes, policies, and procedures; internal controls processes; risk assessments; verification and validation activities; and development and testing of products and services. The individual in this role should have knowledge of industry accepted automation tools and techniques for improvement, IT controls testing knowledge, Policy Improvement Methods, Change Management, Operations Research, and Organizational Assessment. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of IT systems and associated internal controls (in accordance with various federal laws, regulations, and standards), while making suggestions to mitigate risks and improve internal controls and processes.

Job Duties:

  • Helps complete assessments of internal control activities, including but not limited to: process and sub-process level risk assessments, participation in and documentation of process and sub-process walkthroughs, drafting process narratives and flowcharts, developing internal control test plans (including Information Used in Controls (IUC)), conducting internal control assessments (i.e., Test of Design (TOD) and Test of Operating Effectiveness (TOE) activities), and documenting and reporting testing results to the government client and other personnel, as appropriate
  • Provides support for developing and monitoring corrective action plans associated with audit findings or other deficiencies identified by government management or external organizations, as well as completion of verification and validation (V&V) activities to assess the extent to which remediation activities addressed underlying deficiencies
  • Performs ad hoc technical support related to government client specific requirements and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Circular A-123 requirements, including one-on-one and written communications, development of data collection forms and templates, government client and OMB A-123 compliance, and testing of products and services using manual inspection techniques
  • Develops government client and OMB A-123 compliance testing procedures
  • Assists and/or conducts workshops for purposes of facilitating and supporting the Government in implementing internal controls; example topics include: assessment of entity-level controls, internal control monitoring and risk-based methodologies, corrective actions, and internal control reporting
  • Maintains internal control and corrective action information in various information systems used by the Government in supporting these requirements, including the Government’s Internal Controls SharePoint site; this includes updating the status of corrective action plans, updating internal control assessment results, and pulling data and reports from the site(s) to support regular and ad-hoc reporting requirements
  • 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; 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
  • Utilizes specialized knowledge/subject matter expertise to support the client, engagement team, and internal efforts
  • Interacts effectively with people at all organizational levels of the client, firm, and if applicable, teaming partners
  • Other duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities:

  • Manages independent work products and potentially those of others related to internal and client projects
  • Serves as peer “buddy” to other Public Sector Senior Consultants/Consultants

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree, required; with a focus in Information Technology, Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance, preferred

Experience:

  • Two (3) or more years of information technology, operations, management, business, accounting, or finance experience, required
  • Ten (10) or more years of information technology, operations, management, business, accounting, or finance experience, preferred
  • Experienced performing audits and/or assessments of internal controls over financial reporting or IT Security in the Federal Government, preferred
  • Experience with OMB and General Accounting Office (GAO) requirements and how to apply those requirements to complex internal control or assurance related projects throughout their entire life cycle and related phases including planning, assessing, testing, and reporting, preferred
  • Experience developing strategies for remediation of material weaknesses and other control deficiencies at the Federal level, preferred
  • Experience in one (1) or more of the following areas: federal accounting standards and the US Standard General Ledger (USSGL), FISCAM, Federal Information Security Modernization Act (FISMA), NIST, and OMB Circular A-123, preferred
  • Experience managing teams and multiple work streams, preferred

License(s)/Certification(s):

  • Ability to obtain and maintain government agency suitability or security clearance, required 
  • Relevant industry certification, such as CPA, PMP, CGFM, CDFM, or CISA, preferred

Software:

  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suites (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word), required
  • Advanced proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suites, specifically Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, preferred

Language(s):

  • N/A

Other Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

  • Ability to communicate with 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 
  • Able to follow instructions as directed 
  • Superior organizational skills required with 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.

BDO delivers assurance, tax, digital technology solutions and financial advisory services to clients throughout the country and around the globe. We offer numerous industry-specific practices, world-class resources, and an unparalleled commitment to meeting our clients’ needs. We currently serve more than 400 publicly traded domestic and international clients.

  • Unparalleled partner-involvement 
  • Deep industry knowledge and participation
  • Geographic coverage across the U.S.
  • Cohesive global network 
  • Focused capabilities across disciplines

BDO brings world-class resources and exceptional service to each and every one of our clients. BDO USA is a member of BDO International, the world’s fifth largest accounting network. 

BDO offers a competitive Total Rewards package that encompass so much more than – “traditional benefits”. Our wide range of rewards and our employees’ ability to customize rewards to their individual needs are two of the reasons why BDO has been honored with so many workplace awards, including 100 Best Companies for Working Parents, Working Mother 100 Best Companies, Top Entry Level Employer, 2022 National Best & Brightest Companies to Work For and more.

Some examples of our Total Rewards offerings include:

  • Competitive pay and eligibility for an annual performance bonus. 
  • A 401k plan plus an employer match
  • Comprehensive, medical, dental, vision, FSA, and prescription insurance from day one
  • Competitive Paid Time Off with daily accrual from day one of employment, plus paid holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Firm paid life insurance
  • Wellness programs
  • Additional offerings include BDO Flex, Group Legal insurance, Pet insurance and Long-Term Care Insurance 

Above offerings may be subject to eligibility requirements.

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