Federal Audit Readiness and Internal Control Consultant

Guidehouse

. Support a team conducting internal control assessments and testing under OMB Circular A-123 requirements .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeUnited StatesJunior💰 $74,000 - $124,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in internal control assessments, financial statement audits, and compliance with OMB Circular A-123 requirements. Proficient in developing corrective action plans and producing high-impact deliverables while effectively collaborating in client-facing environments.

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OMB Circular A-123 RequirementsFinancial Statement AuditsInternal Control AssessmentPublic-Sector Consulting ExperienceCPA, CGFM, or CDFM Certification

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Hard Skills

Internal Control AssessmentFinancial Statement AuditsAudit Readiness SupportRisk ManagementFraud Risk AssessmentCorrective Action PlansFinancial Risk ManagementAnalytical SolutionsProject Management Best PracticesFederal Financial Management Activities

Soft Skills

Strong Organizational SkillsStrong Communication SkillsTeam CollaborationProblem AnalysisSynthesis of Information

Tools & Technologies

Google Workspace Suite

Certifications & Qualifications

CPACGFMCDFM

Industry Keywords

Federal Financial ManagementOMB Circular A-123Federal AccountingAudit RemediationFederal Laws and Regulations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support a team conducting internal control assessments and testing under OMB Circular A-123 requirements
Evaluate and test business process internal controls
Perform financial statement audits
Provide audit readiness support
Support management control programs
Conduct entity-level controls, risk management, and fraud risk assessments
Review deficiencies communicated by auditors
Track and respond to audit requests
Develop corrective action plans
Execute remediation focused on internal controls over financial reporting and management financial statement assertions
Produce high-impact work products, reports, and other deliverables
Participate in client-facing discussions and meetings

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD Public Trust; approved adjudication required prior to onboarding
Must be a US Citizen
Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting, information systems, engineering, business analytics or a related field from an accredited college or university
One to three years of experience in public-sector consulting
Strong knowledge of OMB Circular A-123 requirements
Strong organizational and communication skills
Interest in growing a career in Government/Federal consulting
Ability to synthesize information quickly, learn new skills, analyze problems, apply analytical solutions, and participate in client-facing discussions and meetings
Ability to work in teams to produce high-impact work products, reports, and deliverables in a fast-paced environment
Willingness to utilize project management best practices to produce high-quality deliverables in a timely manner
Master’s degree preferred
CPA, CGFM, or CDFM preferred
Knowledge and experience with federal financial management activities, including federal accounting, financial statement audits, audit readiness, audit remediation, internal control assessment, financial risk management, and relevant federal information assurance laws, regulations, and guidance
Knowledge of federal laws, regulations, and requirements
Proficiency in Google Workspace Suite
Hybrid role may require up to 2–3 days on-site at the client’s office

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Discretionary variable incentive bonus may be available
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
Flexible benefits package