Senior Auditor (Federal Audit)

Senior Auditor (US - Alexandria, VA, Columbus, OH, Indianapolis, IN) Position Summary Sikich is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented experienced auditing professional with strong leadership and accounting skills. This role is contingent upon award of contract. The position requires an active Secret clearance or the ability to obtain this level of clearance. Responsibilities Conduct testing to determine accuracy and completeness of amounts reported and to conclude upon the operating effectiveness of internal controls. Prepare work papers, findings, reports, and other written deliverables in accordance with auditing standards and firm guidelines. Review work products prepared by team. Provide guidance to less experienced resources. Own assigned work areas. Execute tasks for assigned work areas in accordance with an internally developed schedule that ensures the completion of tasks with sufficient time for secondary review and submission to client in accordance with contractual deadlines. Leverage technology, including data analysis tools and AI, to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of audit procedures. Meet expectations for attendance, punctuality, and company/client deadlines and abide by all company policies. Actively participate in formal and informal training to continuously grow technical and non-technical competencies. Qualifications Bachelor's degree required. Accounting degree is preferred. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred. Minimum of 3 years of accounting, auditing, and/or related technical experience. Financial statement audit experience. Excellent verbal and written communications skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel). Ability to travel up to 10%. Minimum Active Secret clearance. Preferred Knowledge Federal Accounting Standards Advisory Board (FASAB) Statements of Federal Financial Accounting Standards. Government Accountability Office's Government Auditing Standards (GAS). American Institute of Certified Public Accountants' AU-Cs. GAO/Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency (CIGIE) Financial Audit Manual (FAM). GAO Federal Information System Controls Audit Manual (FISCAM). Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Bulletin 24-02, Audit Requirements for Federal Financial Statements (as amended). Other requirements for federal reporting and accounting, such as U.S. Office of Management and Budget (OMB) bulletins and circulars, the U.S. Standard General Ledger (USSGL), etc. Desired Traits Values driven – embody and model absolute integrity and servant leadership with a bias for action and continuous innovation. Uncompromising problem solver – identify opportunities in every business challenge and develop, articulate, and implement solutions. Collaboration – build relationships across all levels of the organization and across all business units. Instills trust – follow through on commitments consistently and credibly. Impact & influence – focus on making a difference and gain support for ideas, proposals, and solutions. Salary In compliance with this state's pay transparency laws, the midpoint of the salary range for this role is $86,000 . This amount may vary based on experience and geographic location. Benefits Flexible Time Off (FTO) allows full‑time employees to use paid time off from day one. Paid holidays throughout the year and time off during the last week of the calendar year when project work permits. Comprehensive wellness program with rewards for participation. Flexible work arrangements. Health, dental, vision, life, and accident/death/disability insurance options. HSA employer contribution. Nine paid holidays annually. Robust paid Parental Bonding Leave program covering birth, adoption, and foster children. 401(k) with employer contributions. CPA bonus with four paid exam days and four paid study days. Tuition reimbursement. Generous employee referral bonus program. Client referral bonus program. Pet insurance. FORCE – community volunteer program providing up to four hours of paid volunteer time annually. Equal Opportunity Employer Sikich is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sikich LLC