Audit Readiness Lead (E&Dl) - Public Sector, Defense

Job Summary:

BDO is seeking a manager level professional to support Environmental and Disposal Liabilities (E&DL) Audit Readiness efforts for a Department of Defense client. The individual in this position will be responsible for leading a team in executing the development of a Completeness methodology, requiring the ability to assess, interpret, and communicate key E&DL supporting documentation to external auditors and client and project leadership. The execution of supplemental tasks supporting the client's audit readiness initiatives will be expected. They will also be expected to support firm practice, solution, and business development initiatives.

Job Duties:

• Leads and supports the client in the areas of audit response and remediation, financial management, business process improvement, internal control management, and system of record relating to Environmental and Disposal Liabilities (E&DL) audit readiness initiatives

• Leads and supports Notice of Finding and Recommendation (NFR) response(s) by developing and implementing Corrective Action Plans (CAPs) to satisfy the completeness assertion; remediates issues for identified deficiencies related to the documentation of a completeness methodology relative to the population of active and closed sites

• Thoroughly assesses, interprets, and communicates key E&DL supporting documentation to client leadership and external auditors; documentation may include, but not be limited to, installation-wide assessment(s), fence to fence surveys, and environmental protection agency (EPA) docket documentation

• Applies a fundamental understanding of accounting and audit principles to concepts, processes, practices, and procedures of E&DL

• Performs analysis of existing business processes and internal controls to identify and elevate risks; while making appropriate recommendations to management and clients that improve business processes, policies/procedures, and the overall environmental and disposal liabilities process

• Acts as audit liaison, assisting the client in tracking, managing, and responding to PBC, sample, and other requests from the Independent Public Accountant (IPA)

• Leads the development of deliverables, reporting performance metrics, presentations, and trainings where applicable

• Leads/supports the development and maintenance of work products including job aids, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), associated templates, and other related support documentation for business process controls

• Implements adequate internal controls amongst the support staff to eliminate conflicts, errors, and omissions, and ensure the accuracy of all work products and deliverables

• Manages and supports tasks directly related to the system of record and data analysis, which includes completeness-based document reconciliation activities contributing to audit impediments

• Supports the development of monthly/weekly progress and periodic reports to engagement and client leadership, and ultimately the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR)

• Delivers a full range of services that uses their educational background, experience, and organizational skills while serving BDO's dynamic public sector client base

• Supports task areas while coordinating closely with engagement team management and client leadership on strategy, planning, execution, status, and review processes

• Drives problem solving and fact finding, while working side by side with experienced team members, management, and client leadership

• 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

• 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

• Researches industry and market trends and develops relevant presentations and materials in support of potential firm initiatives

• Other duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Evaluates the performance of Public Sector direct reports and assist in the development of goals and objectives to enhance professional development

• Delivers periodic performance feedback and completes the annual performance evaluation for Public Sector staff as appropriate

• Serves as a mentor / career advisor to Public Sector staff as appropriate

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree, required; with a focus in Accounting, Finance, or Business, preferred

Experience:

• Five (5) or more years of financial management, accounting, business, or operations experience, required

• Experience with Department of Defense (DoD) audit readiness, required

• Three (3) or more years of project management experience, required

• Experience in comprehending the Army's environmental cleanup program, preferred

• Experience with Army financial management policies, systems, and procedures, preferred

• Professional services experience and/or experience supporting federal clients, preferred

• Experience with DoD financial statement audit, internal control testing or analysis, and coordinating with external auditors, preferred

• Experience with Financial Improvement and Audit Readiness (FIAR), United States Standard General Ledger (USSGL), FASAB, CFO Act, FMFIA, FFMIA, ICOFR, GAGAS (Yellow Book), OMB Circulars, preferred

License(s)/Certification(s):

• Ability to obtain and maintain government agency suitability or security clearance, required

• Relevant industry certification, such as CPA, CISA, CIA, PMP, CGFM, or CDFM, preferred

Software:

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

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

• Working knowledge of SAP based platforms, preferred.

Language(s)

• N/A

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to support project-related travel as needed

• Ability to effectively supervise staff and provide review and feedback of work, preferred

• Strong research, analytical and problem-solving 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

• Ability 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.