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ARNG Real Property Consultant

Significance is a woman-owned consulting firm serving the federal government. We are known for building trusted relationships within our teams and with our clients and hiring the highest-level experts who implement innovative solutions. We also like to have fun! Our focus on culture has contributed to Significance being named a Washington Business Journal Best Place to Work each of the last six years.

We are seeking a Real Property Consultant to support our work with Army National Guard G9. The Army is currently focused on establishing accurate opening balances for Plant, Property, and Equipment (PP&E), including Real Property (RP), on their annual financial statements. This initiative aims to address a material weakness identified by an Independent Public Accountant (IPA) related to RP, ensuring compliance and accuracy in financial reporting. This role description outlines the critical responsibilities, qualifications, and expectations for a Real Property Consultant within the Army National Guard (ARNG) G-9, emphasizing the importance of financial accuracy, compliance, and process improvement.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Reviewing Key Supporting Documentation: Evaluate and verify documentation crucial to substantiating data elements for revaluation.

• Performing Process Walkthroughs: Conduct detailed assessments of Real Property processes including acquisitions, physical inspections, and disposals.

• Identifying and Remediating Control/Process Gaps: Recognize deficiencies in current processes and controls, proposing and implementing remedial actions.

• Generating Supporting Documentation: Produce comprehensive documentation based on findings to support recommendations made to previously inadequate documentation.

• Developing and Presenting Training: Create training materials and deliver sessions to ARNG personnel across the 54 States, Territories, and District of Columbia.

• Providing ""Get Well"" Plans: Collaborate with individual facilities to devise improvement strategies based on identified deficiencies.

• Researching and Developing Best Practices: Investigate and recommend best practices for ongoing RP management post-revaluation.

Travel Requirements:

Ability to travel up to 50% of the time, visiting ARNG facilities across the 54 States, Territories, and District of Columbia.

• Work Environment: Position involves 60% office-based work (Arlington and Tysons Corner, VA) and 40% remote work when not traveling.

Required Skills & Experience

Active Secret security clearance
4 years of professional experience supporting federal financial management or audit
Experience with Microsoft Power BI/Power Apps
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic team environment.

Education: candidates must hold ONE of the credentials from the following line or TWO from the subsequent list (Bachelors plus Certification):

Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, IT, or Business Management or CPA or CISA or PMP or CGFM or CDFM
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field in addition to CPA, CDFM, or CGFM

Desired Skills & Experience

Background in Internal Controls: Experience in assessing and enhancing internal control environments.
Balance Sheet/Real Property Expertise: Proficiency in financial accounting principles related to Real Property and PP&E.

At Significance, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package and is determined within a range. Our pay ranges are based on the local cost of labor benchmarks for each specific role, level, and geographic location.

We carefully consider a wide range of factors when determining compensation, including but not limited to experience; job-related skill sets; relevant education or training; and other business and organizational needs. The salary range listed is for the level at which this job has been scoped. In the event that you are considered for a different level, a higher or lower pay range would apply. This position is also eligible for a comprehensive and generous benefits package.

Significance, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.

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What You Should Know About ARNG Real Property Consultant, Significance, Inc.

If you're passionate about federal financial management and looking for an exciting opportunity to make a real impact, look no further than the Real Property Consultant position at Significance. As a proud woman-owned consulting firm, Significance is dedicated to serving the federal government, particularly through innovative solutions that strengthen client relationships. We’re currently on the lookout for a talented Real Property Consultant to collaborate with the Army National Guard (ARNG) G9 team. In this role, you'll play a pivotal part in establishing accurate opening balances for Plant, Property, and Equipment (PP&E), with a primary focus on Real Property (RP). Your responsibilities will include reviewing essential documentation, conducting in-depth process walkthroughs, and identifying gaps in controls. But that’s not all—you'll also be developing training materials to educate ARNG personnel across all 54 states and territories, sharing best practices for ongoing RP management. With requirements of an active Secret security clearance and a solid background in federal financial management, this opportunity emphasizes both analytical skills and the ability to collaborate within dynamic teams. Working predominantly from our offices in Arlington and Tysons Corner, VA, along with a travel commitment of up to 50%, you'll be part of a company that values culture and collaboration. Plus, being recognized by the Washington Business Journal as a Best Place to Work for six consecutive years demonstrates our commitment to our team. Join us in making a difference at Significance!

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What are the key responsibilities of the ARNG Real Property Consultant at Significance?

As an ARNG Real Property Consultant at Significance, your primary responsibilities will include reviewing key supporting documentation, conducting process walkthroughs for Real Property transactions, identifying and remediating control gaps, and developing training materials for ARNG personnel. You'll be instrumental in ensuring compliance and improving financial accuracy, contributing to the company's mission.