Audit ManagerLocation: 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.
Job SummaryThe Audit Manager leads the execution of financial statement audit engagements within a Government & Public Sector environment. This role is responsible for managing audit teams, overseeing engagement delivery, and ensuring compliance with professional auditing standards. The Manager serves as a primary liaison with government stakeholders, providing leadership on financial reporting, internal controls, and audit findings.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide day-to-day leadership of financial statement audit teams, including planning, execution, and reporting.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for government stakeholders.
- Review and approve audit work papers and deliverables.
- Provide strategic guidance on internal controls over financial reporting.
- Manage multiple work streams, ensuring deliverables meet quality, schedule, and compliance requirements.
- Identify risks, audit findings, and process improvement opportunities across financial operations.
- Lead, mentor, and develop staff, including performance management and technical oversight.
Required Qualifications:
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field.
- Active CPA license
Experience:
- 5+ years of experience supporting federal financial statement audits, audit readiness initiatives, or financial management programs.
- Demonstrated experience managing audit engagements and leading teams.
- Experience supporting DoD or federal financial statement audits required.
Skills:
- Strong knowledge of federal financial reporting and audit requirements.
- Experience with financial statement audits conducted in accordance with GAGAS (Yellow Book).
- Deep understanding of internal controls over financial reporting (ICOFR).
- Ability to analyze complex financial data and identify audit risks and deficiencies.
- Strong leadership, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level briefings.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with federal financial systems or ERP environments.
- Professional certifications such as CPA, CGFM or CDFM.
Status: Contingency - This work is contingent upon award.
Salary Range: $100-$130k per year
