Internal Controls Auditor

Internal Controls Auditor Finance/Accounting McLean, Virginia Consultant Apr 30, 2026

Roles and Responsibilities:

Conduct internal audits and reviews of programs, processes, and operations Develop audit and review planning memoranda, including objectives, scope, methodology, and timelines Coordinate with offices and divisions to obtain documentation and information necessary to support audits and reviews Analyze operational, financial, and programmatic data to assess internal controls, identify risks, detect anomalies, and evaluate compliance Prepare final audit and review reports that include findings, conclusions, and recommendations to improve compliance, internal controls, and program or process effectiveness Recommend corrective actions and process improvements to support compliance with governing laws, regulations, and established policies. Develop and refine internal processes, metrics, trend analyses, and risk mitigation approaches Review and proofread internal and external policies, instructions, and guidance documents to assess impacts and to support compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements Research complex issues, synthesize information from multiple sources, and provide analytical support and improvement recommendations aligned with organizational priorities Serve as a technical expert and advisor on complex programmatic, financial, and internal controls matters

Requirements:

Minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience in internal controls, auditing, accounting, financial analysis, risk management, program evaluation, or related fields Experience conducting internal audits, reviews, or assessments in support of Federal programs, operations, or financial management activities Experience applying OMB Circular A-123, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Government Performance and Results Act (GPRA)/Government Performance Management, and Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS) in a Federal environment setting Experience developing audit plans, conducting documentation reviews, analyzing financial and operational data, and preparing formal reports with findings and recommendations