Associate

Responsibilities Collaborate with government points of contact to perform audit response, audit remediation, internal controls, financial processes, and accounting in accordance with GAAP, SFFAS, and relevant Treasury and OMB policies. Understand the end‑to‑end business processes of the Department of the Navy (DON) and apply GAAP, especially regarding procurement processes and identification of stale unliquidated obligations. Execute day‑to‑day research, analysis, and monitoring of key performance indicators (KPIs) and communications under the direction of the Team Lead. Communicate status of project‑related tasks to the Team Lead. Demonstrate excellent writing and communication skills through drafting and updating standard operating procedures, desktop guides, white papers, and technical training materials. Show strong customer‑service skills and the ability to handle occasional high‑pressure situations with short deadlines. Qualifications BA/BS/BBA degree from an accredited college or university. Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret (or higher, such as Top Secret or TS/SCI) security clearance; U.S. citizenship required. Proficient in Microsoft Excel. Ability to travel up to 25%. Preferred Qualifications Experience working with DoW clients. Experience in DoW financial statement auditing, audit remediation, or audit readiness. Experience with procurement business processes and financial reporting. CPA or eligibility to sit for the CPA exam. Certifications such as CGFM, CDFM, CISA, or other professional certifications. Compensation & Benefits The expected salary range for this position is between $60,000 and $78,000 per year. This range represents base pay only and does not include overtime, company contributions toward paid benefits, or bonuses. Actual compensation may exceed the range based on experience, education, location, clearance level, and other factors permitted by law. This position is eligible for bonuses when applicable. Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance. 401(k) Retirement Plan and 529 Education Savings Plan. Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account. Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurances. Legal and Pet Insurance. Employee Assistance Program and fitness and wellness benefits. Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time. Location Work location is subject to change based on client requirements. The position is located in Alexandria, VA. EEO Notice Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Kearney & Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, genetic information, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, any medical condition related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association to a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations. For more information on Kearney’s EEO policy, view the policy online. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation regarding accessibility of the website or a modification of the application or interview process due to a disability, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of an application. Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) FMLA allows employees to take up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job‑protected leave annually and up to 26 weeks for military family leave. For more details, review the policy online. Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) Kearney & Company adheres to all provisions of the EPPA, which prohibits most private employers from using lie detector tests for pre‑employment screening or during employment. For more information, review the policy online. #J-18808-Ljbffr