Position Overview: As an Auditor specializing in federal government auditing, you will play a critical role in conducting audits, reviews, and assessments of federal government agencies, programs, and operations. You will work closely with clients and team members to evaluate compliance with laws, regulations, and internal controls, identify risks and deficiencies, and provide recommendations for improvement. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in auditing federal government entities, familiarity with auditing standards and regulations, and a commitment to integrity and professionalism.
Key Responsibilities:
Audit Planning and Preparation:
Assist in the planning, scoping, and execution of audits of federal government agencies and programs, including conducting risk assessments, developing audit objectives, and defining audit procedures.
Review relevant laws, regulations, policies, and guidance applicable to federal government auditing to ensure compliance and adherence to professional standards.
Fieldwork and Data Collection:
Conduct fieldwork activities, interviews, and data collection procedures to gather evidence and documentation supporting audit findings and conclusions.
Analyze financial statements, budgets, contracts, and other relevant information to assess compliance, accuracy, and integrity of financial reporting and operations.
Audit Testing and Analysis:
Perform substantive testing, analytical procedures, and audit tests of controls to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and detect instances of non-compliance or fraud.
Document audit findings, observations, and recommendations in audit workpapers and reports, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and objectivity.
Reporting and Communication:
Prepare clear, concise, and informative audit reports summarizing findings, conclusions, and recommendations for management and stakeholders.
Present audit findings and recommendations to clients, management, and audit committees, facilitating discussions and addressing inquiries or concerns.
Follow-Up and Monitoring:
Monitor and track the implementation of audit recommendations and corrective actions by federal government agencies, ensuring timely resolution of identified issues.
Provide ongoing support and guidance to clients, assisting them in addressing audit findings and improving internal controls and compliance processes.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field; Master's degree or CPA certification is a plus.
5+ years of experience in auditing, with a focus on auditing federal government entities, programs, or grants.
Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS) and Federal auditing requirements (e.g., OMB Circulars, FASAB standards).
Knowledge of federal laws, regulations, and compliance requirements governing government agencies and programs (e.g., Federal Acquisition Regulation, Federal Financial Management Improvement Act).
Proficiency in audit methodologies, techniques, and tools, including risk assessment, audit sampling, data analytics, and audit software (e.g., ACL, IDEA).
Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to interpret and apply complex regulations and guidance.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with clients, team members, and stakeholders.
Latitude is a Human Resource Consulting Firm headquartered in Hanover, MD with branch offices in Hunt Valley, MD and Winter Park, FL. Latitude provides consulting services to a wide range of industries in both the Private and Public Sectors. We ar...
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