Internal Controls, Audit Remediation, Risk Management Consultant

Guidehouse

. Support Government agency clients within the homeland security enterprise and other national security-related organizations .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeMcLean • Virginia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $74,000 - $124,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial management, internal controls, and audit processes, with a strong focus on compliance with OMB Circular A-123 and Federal financial regulations. Capable of developing risk mitigation strategies and enhancing audit efficiency through analytical problem-solving and effective communication.

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Financial ManagementInternal ControlsOMB Circular A-123 AssessmentsAudit SupportRisk Management

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Hard Skills

Financial ReportingFraud Risk AssessmentsEntity-Level Control AssessmentsData AnalysisBusiness Process DocumentationRisk Mitigation PlansFinancial Policy ImplementationAudit Liaison SupportProcess ImprovementTechnical Writing

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsAttention to DetailProblem-SolvingTeam CollaborationClient-Facing Engagement

Tools & Technologies

Digital Tools for Audit EfficiencyData Visualization SoftwareFinancial Risk Registers

Certifications & Qualifications

CPACGFM

Industry Keywords

Federal Financial ManagementGAO Green BookCFO ActFMFIAPIIAUSSGLTreasury Financial Manual

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support Government agency clients within the homeland security enterprise and other national security-related organizations
Support annual internal control planning based on organizational risk profiles and identified financial risks
Evaluate internal controls over financial reporting and operations in line with OMB Circular A-123
Perform end-to-end business process walkthroughs and document processes and controls
Test the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls and report deficiencies
Perform internal control assessments and improper payment assessments under PIIA
Provide audit liaison support and facilitate financial statement audit activities
Develop and maintain digital tools to improve audit efficiency
Provide financial statement audit risk management and remediation support
Maintain financial risk registers and track financial risks and mitigation strategies
Complete annual fraud risk assessments and prepare the annual Statement of Assurance
Develop and execute risk mitigation plans, corrective action plans, and remediation strategies
Assess the impact of new financial guidance and support its implementation
Complete entity-level control assessments and testing, including interviews, surveys, and compiling results
Apply analytical, problem-solving, and reporting techniques
Document and evaluate business processes and recommend improvements
Produce client communications, memos, issue papers, presentations, and executive briefings
Research client problems and collaboratively formulate solutions
Analyze projects and programs to identify risks and develop, apply, and monitor mitigations
Collect and analyze data, produce models and visualizations, and draw conclusions
Analyze and improve policies and procedures
Assist with business development, proposals, white papers, and client or account meetings
Participate in coaching and mentoring programs
Help develop learning and development materials and courses
Support recruiting and other Guidehouse programs and initiatives

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
Three (3) years of experience in financial management, accounting, internal controls, audit, or another related financial field
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration preferred
Master’s degree in Accounting preferred
CPA or CGFM certification preferred
Knowledge and experience with Federal financial management activities, including OMB Circular A-123 assessments, Federal financial statement audits, financial risk management, financial policy, entity-level controls, and/or management controls
Knowledge and experience advising Federal clients on OMB Circular A-123, GAO Green Book, CFO Act, FMFIA, and PIIA
Knowledge of Federal accounting, USSGL, Treasury Financial Manual, and FFMIA
Experience working in teams to produce work products and deliverables in a fast-paced environment
Strong oral and written communication skills
Attention to detail and ability to create and edit technical and non-technical written work products and graphical presentations
Ability to analyze problems from multiple angles and develop solutions
Ability to participate in client-facing discussions and meetings
Ability to synthesize information quickly and learn new skills
Desire to support public sector clients with a national security mission
Proven abilities in internal control assessments; entity-level controls; risk management; fraud risk assessments; management control programs; audit request tracking and remediation; and revised OMB Circular A-123 Appendix A
Ability to understand client needs, work in a team environment, and communicate across internal and external networks
Willingness to learn and participate in business development activities and internal firm objectives

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