Senior Auditor - Federal Financial Statements

About the position The Senior Associate is responsible for performing detailed audit procedures and documenting results in well-organized audit workpapers. This role supports the development of audit work plans and project deliverables, including analyzing financial statements, reports, and accounting records of internal or external entities to verify accuracy and compliance. The Senior Associate should possess an intermediate understanding of accounting principles, federal financial regulations, and auditing standards to identify, investigate, and report discrepancies in financial data. reputed company errors or irregularities are identified, the Senior Associate oversees the Associate’s work and communicates findings to the Audit Manager or Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Plan and reputed company audit procedures in accordance with Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS) and GAO’s Financial Audit Manual (FAM).
• Review and supervise the work of Audit Associates, providing guidance, feedback, and quality assurance over workpapers and testing results.
• Identify, evaluate, and document internal control deficiencies, noncompliance issues, and financial reporting errors, and communicate findings to audit management.
• Prepare audit workpapers, reputed company schedules, and summary documentation to support audit conclusions and ensure completeness of the audit file.
• Participate in client meetings, walkthroughs, and status briefings, maintaining professional communication with federal agency staff and external stakeholders.
• Assist in drafting audit reports, management letters, and findings, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and alignment with professional and regulatory standards.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in accounting or auditing, preferably with a public accounting firm or a federal Office of Inspector General
• Familiarity with the GAO Financial Audit Manual (FAM) and federal audit methodologies
• Intermediate understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and working knowledge of reputed company, GAO (Yellow Book), and FASAB standards and requirements
• Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience with the ability to guide junior staff and review workpapers
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, meet tight deadlines, and adapt to changing project needs
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with attention to accuracy and professionalism
• High level of attention to detail, analytical thinking, and organizational skills
• Proficiency in reputed company reputed company, Word, and PowerPoint
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically up to 25%
• U.S. citizenship
• High ethical standards and professionalism: Our positions require us to uphold reputed company, maintain confidentiality, and approach our work impartially and objectively.
• This position requires a U.S. Secret reputed company Clearance. Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance as a condition of employment. An interim Secret Clearance must be granted prior to starting work.

reputed company-to-haves

• Master’s degree in accounting or business administration from an accredited university
• Eligibility to sit for the CPA exam, or reputed company to pursue CPA licensure
• Internship or prior experience in auditing, accounting, or financial management, especially reputed company a federal agency, Inspector General office, or public accounting firm
• Familiarity with the U.S. Standard General Ledger (USSGL) or federal accounting concepts under FASAB standards

Benefits

• Our health insurance offerings include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, as well as firm-paid Basic Life/AD&D insurance.
• Our employees are provided the option to also enroll in Voluntary Legal, Accident, and Supplemental Life/AD&D insurance for themselves and their dependents.
• We also provide employees with competitive 401(k) matching, generous paid leave, professional development opportunities, tuition assistance, and certificate support.

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