Job Description

Job Summary:

BDO is seeking a management level professional with a strong background in federal financial management and internal controls.  This position involves contributing to project delivery for civilian federal agencies, focusing on areas such as Business Processes, Policies and Procedures, Risk Assessment, Change Management, Risk Management, and Strategic Planning. The individual in this role will identify and assess risk at the enterprise and business process level and will assess various financial reporting, operational and entity level processes, and controls in accordance with Office of Management and Budget (OMB)\ Circular A-123 (including its appendices) and Government Accountability Office (GAO) Green Book. This role will also be responsible for supervising, directing, and reviewing deliverables, and delivering quality client services on engagements.

Job Duties:

Provides expertise in the areas of risk management, internal controls, and federal financial management and leads the overall strategy of the engagement
Identifies and documents inherent risk and enterprise risk (as applicable) and performs risk assessments
Leads walkthrough meetings with detailed notes and identifies and documents risks and internal controls
Defines measurable outcomes that advance the client’s internal control goals and direction
Assists in the oversight of all aspects of A-123 requirements including risk assessments, preparation of narratives, development of test plans, internal control testing, and development of findings and reports
Develops corrective actions and best practices as needed to resolve internal control deficiencies
Utilizes knowledge of business processes, policies, and procedures to provide a road map to change current operations into the “to be” and/or ideal operations; reviews, updates, and verifies processes, policies, and procedures; monitors and reports on compliance; identifies and facilitates improvements for administrative processes; and oversees financial and acquisition aspects of accountable property
Provides change-and-transition management to facilitate ongoing strategic organizational changes within the client’s organization , as related to the client’s business management functions
Performs independent quality assurance reviews of program performance and deliverables to ensure that contractual obligations are met
Oversees quality control, reviews, and approves  working papers and findings, and adheres to applicable standards, laws, policies, and regulations
Delivers a full range of services that uses their educational background, experience, and organizational skills while serving BDO’s dynamic public sector client base
Assists with firm practice, solution, and business development initiatives
Supports or leads task areas while coordinating closely with engagement team management and client leadership on strategy, planning, execution, status, and review processes
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, and 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 business processes, operations, and functions
Prepares presentations, briefings, and actively participates in client meetings and day-to-day interactions
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
Evaluates work products for technical accuracy, deliverable quality, and overall value to the client
Attends relevant training, business 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
Supports business development meetings and/or proposal development process with guidance from Public Sector Practice leadership
Researches industry and market trends and develops relevant presentations and materials in support of potential firm initiatives
Cultivates growth of existing and new business
Other duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervises the day-to-day workload of Public Sector direct reports related to client projects, business development, and other activities, including maintaining team productivity and review of work products
Evaluates the performance of any 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, Business, or Management, preferred

Experience:

Five (5) or more years of accounting, business, operational, analysis, management, or technology experience, required
Eight (8) or more years of accounting, business, operational, analysis, management, or technology experience, preferred
Experience supporting the Federal government with financial management support, performance management, program and project management, or related fields, required
Experience providing guidance and direction at the project level, required
Experience with regulations set by the Chief Financial Officers (CFO) Act, Federal Managers Financial Integrity Act (FMFIA), Federal Financial Management Improvement Act (FFMIA), Office of Management and Budget (OMB), and US Government Accountability Office (GAO), preferred
Experienced managing complex projects, preferred
Supervisory experience, preferred

License(s)/Certification(s):

Ability to obtain and maintain government agency suitability or security clearance, required 
PMP,CPA, CVA, CFP, MBA, CGFM or related certification, preferred

Software:

Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suites, specifically Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, required
Advanced proficiency in use of Microsoft Office Suites (especially Excel, PowerPoint, and Word), preferred

Language(s):

N/A

Other Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Ability to support possible project-related travel
Knowledge and understanding of Strategic Planning and Performance Management
Knowledge of metrics and performance measures
Well-developed and professional interpersonal 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 with the 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.