Financial Improvement Consultant, Audit Remediation

Guidehouse

. Provide audit support and remediation activities, including reviewing auditor deficiencies, tracking and responding to audit requests, developing corrective action plans, and executing remediation .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $149,000 - $248,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in audit support, internal controls, and financial management, with a strong focus on project management and stakeholder communication. Proficient in developing corrective action plans, performance metrics, and risk mitigation strategies to enhance operational efficiency.

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Audit SupportInternal Controls AssessmentProject ManagementFinancial Statement AuditsCertified Public Accountant (CPA)

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Hard Skills

Financial Risk ManagementAudit RemediationBusiness Process EvaluationData VisualizationPerformance Metrics Development

Soft Skills

Strong Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsStakeholder Engagement

Tools & Technologies

Analytics ToolsAutomation Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)Certified Governmental Financial Manager (CGFM)Certified Defense Financial Manager (CDFM)

Industry Keywords

Federal Financial ManagementInternal ControlAudit ReadinessFraud Risk AssessmentPublic Trust

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide audit support and remediation activities, including reviewing auditor deficiencies, tracking and responding to audit requests, developing corrective action plans, and executing remediation
Focus on internal controls over financial reporting and management financial statement assertions
Evaluate and test business process internal controls
Perform financial statement audits and provide audit readiness support
Support management control programs
Conduct entity level controls, risk management, and fraud risk assessments
Provide program management support throughout the project lifecycle
Develop and implement an integrated master plan, detailed schedules, and risk mitigation plan
Provide consistent updates to stakeholders
Support and facilitate meetings and/or briefings
Prepare presentations, gather feedback, and present insights
Provide recommendations on industry best practices, techniques, and standards
Develop and implement performance metrics and communicate progress toward strategic goals
Develop visual representations of data and relationships for diverse audiences
Support development and/or improvement of analytics and automation tools to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "PUBLIC TRUST"; approved adjudication required prior to onboarding
Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting, information systems, engineering, business analytics or a related field from an accredited college or university
Minimum SEVEN (7) years of experience with project management and/or executive level support with federal customers/agencies
Knowledge of and/or 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
Must be a US Citizen due to nature of client engagements
May require up to 2 - 3 days on-site at the Client's office
Navy experience
Master’s degree
Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Governmental Financial Manager (CGFM), Certified Defense Financial Manager (CDFM)
Strong organizational and communication skills
Senior leadership engagement ability to drive change and buy-in across disparate stakeholder groups

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
Flexible benefits package
Competitive compensation