Assurance Senior Location: Alexandria, VA
Level: Senior
Clearance: Secret
*Candidates must have the above clearance level and, at a minimum, be able to maintain this clearance during their employment with Montcure.
The Assurance Senior supports federal financial statement audit engagements within the Department of Defense environment while providing oversight and guidance to junior staff. This role is responsible for planning and executing audit procedures, reviewing workpapers, analyzing financial data, and ensuring assurance activities are performed in accordance with professional auditing standards.
The Senior Associate serves as a key day-to-day liaison with client personnel, supports engagement leadership, and oversees staff execution to ensure timely delivery of high-quality audit results. This position is ideal for candidates with 2-4 years of audit experience, including experience supervising junior team members.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead execution of assigned audit areasin accordance withengagementobjectivesand audit plans.
- Supervise and review work performed by staff associatesto ensure quality and compliance with professional standards.
- Analyze financial statements, trial balances, and supporting documentation toidentifyrisks, anomalies, and potential audit issues.
- Review andfinalizeauditworkpapersdocumenting procedures performed and conclusions reached.
- Oversee walkthroughs and internal control testing activities, including Test of Design (TOD) and Test of Operating Effectiveness (TOE).
- Serve as a primary day-to-day contact for client personnel within assigned audit areas.
- Assistmanagers in tracking audit status, resolving issues, and meeting engagement milestones.
- Support responses to auditor, client, and internal quality review inquiries.
- Provide coaching and mentorship to junior staff and support performance development.
Required Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor's or graduate degree in Accounting, Finance or Related Field
Experience:
- 2-4years of related experience in Financial Statement Audit
- Experience leading small audit teams or overseeing junior staff.
- Experience supporting Government orDoWclients preferred.
Skills:
- Strong understanding of financial statement auditing principles and internal control frameworks.
- Ability toidentifyaudit risks and unusual relationships through financial analysis.
- Experience reviewing and coaching staff on audit documentation and procedures.
- Proficiencyin Microsoft Excel (including advanced functions), Word, and PowerPoint.
- Strong project management and organizational skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
- Professional presence when interacting with client leadership and stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Active CPA license or CPA candidate actively pursuing licensure.
- CGFM, CDFM, or similar federalfinancial managementcertifications.
- Experience supporting audits conducted in accordance with GAGAS (Yellow Book).
- Familiarity with federal financial reporting requirements (e.g., OMB A-136).
- Experience with SAP ERP within the federal government.
Status: Contingency - This work is contingent upon award.
Salary Range: $80-$100k per year
