Federal - Audit Remediation Consultant

Lodestarcs

Full-time - Entry Level

11-50 employees

About the position

Lodestar Consulting is seeking multiple full-time Federal Audit Remediation Consultants at all levels to support the Department of the Navy. This role focuses on the remediation of business process and IT system audit findings, requiring dynamic thinkers and outstanding communicators who thrive in an entrepreneurial environment. The position involves developing corrective action plans and ensuring compliance with various financial standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support Department of Defense (DoD) General Fund and Working Capital Fund audit response and remediation.
• Utilize data analysis technology to analyze information and provide financial reporting solutions.
• Review and update corrective action plans (CAPs) for open and reissued Notifications of Findings and Recommendations (NFRs).
• Develop actionable milestones with due dates that align with the Audit Roadmap.
• Draft and update communication artifacts such as Standard Operating Procedures and Desktop Guides.
• Demonstrate strong customer service skills and manage high-pressure situations with short deadlines.
• Communicate project-related task statuses to Team Lead and client.

Requirements

• Understanding of DoD/DFAS reporting policy and procedures.
• Ability to independently research data reconciling variances.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
• Possess a high degree of initiative requiring minimal supervision.
• Experience producing professional and accurate reports and documents.
• Exhibit knowledge and skill in budget-related laws and regulations.
• Develop solutions for process breakdowns and present findings.
• Experience researching and applying FASAB, OMB, and Treasury requirements.
• Highly proficient skills in MS Excel.
• Experience with SharePoint, SQL, ACL Analytics, Python, and/or Access databases.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working with DoD's Advanced Analytics (Advana) platform.
• CPA or eligibility to sit for CPA certification.
• Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM), Certified Defense Financial Manager (CDFM), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or other professional certification.

Benefits

• Salary commensurate with experience.
• Travel and relocation expenses may be considered based on the appropriate candidate.