Managing Consultant, Internal Controls, Audit Remediation, Risk Management

Guidehouse

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

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $113,000 - $188,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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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 providing audit support while effectively communicating with clients and stakeholders.

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Financial ManagementInternal ControlsOMB Circular A-123Certified Public Accountant (CPA)Federal Financial Statement Audits

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Hard Skills

Financial Risk ManagementAudit Risk ManagementEntity Level Control AssessmentsData AnalysisBusiness Process DocumentationFraud Risk AssessmentsCorrective Action PlansAnalytical TechniquesProcess ImprovementFinancial Reporting

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsAttention to DetailProblem-SolvingTeam CollaborationClient-Facing Skills

Tools & Technologies

Digital Audit ToolsData Visualization SoftwareFinancial Management Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

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

Industry Keywords

Federal Financial ManagementOMB Circular A-123 AssessmentsGAO Green BookChief Financial Officers Act of 1990FMFIAPIIAUSSGLTreasury Financial ManualFFMIA

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support a Government agency within the homeland security enterprise and potentially 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 under OMB Circular A-123
Perform end-to-end business process walkthroughs, document processes and controls, test design and operating effectiveness, and report deficiencies
Perform internal controls over operations and improper-payment assessments under PIIA
Provide audit liaison support and facilitate financial statement audit activities
Develop and maintain digital tools that enable efficient audit activities
Provide financial statement audit, audit risk management, and remediation support
Maintain the agency’s financial risk register and track mitigation strategies
Complete annual fraud risk assessments and prepare the annual Statement of Assurance
Support risk mitigation plans, corrective action plans, and remediation strategies
Assess the impact of new guidance on financial operations and support implementation
Complete Entity Level Control assessments and testing, including interviewing and surveying management and client personnel
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 formulate and recommend solutions collaboratively
Analyze projects and programs to identify risks and develop, apply, and monitor mitigations
Collect and analyze data, produce models and visualizations, and draw conclusions to improve decision-making
Analyze and improve policies and procedures
Assist with business development, proposals, white papers, and client and internal account meetings
Participate in coaching and mentoring programs
Assist in developing learning and development materials, courses, and presentations
Support recruiting programs and initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "PUBLIC TRUST"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse
Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferred
Bachelor’s degree
SIX (6) 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
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification preferred
Certified Governmental Financial Manager (CGFM) certification preferred
Knowledge of 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 of and experience advising Federal clients on OMB Circular A-123, the GAO Green Book, the Chief Financial Officers Act of 1990, FMFIA, and PIIA
Federal accounting knowledge, including USSGL and Treasury Financial Manual, and knowledge of FFMIA
Experience working in teams to produce high-impact work products, reports, and deliverables in a fast-paced environment
Strong oral and written communication skills
Heightened attention to detail and ability to create and edit technical and non-technical written work products and graphical presentations
Ability to view problems from multiple angles and apply a variety of 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
Understanding deficiencies communicated by the auditor, tracking audit PBC requests, responding to audit requests, developing corrective action plans, and executing remediation with a focus on internal controls over financial reporting and management financial statement assertions
Implementing the revised OMB Circular A-123, Appendix A
Ability to understand client needs, participate within a team environment, and communicate throughout internal and external networks

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
Flexible work arrangements