Senior Consultant – Defense & Security, Internal Controls, Fraud

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Assist in the daily documentation of internal controls and initiatives for their remediation and enhancement.

• Perform both on-site and remote evaluations of controls, which includes stakeholder interviews, control walkthroughs, and testing procedures.

• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of deliverables by reviewing workpapers, validating data, synthesizing findings, and preparing outputs that are ready for clients.

• Aid in managing and coordinating small teams; oversee task planning, delegate responsibilities, and uphold quality standards across various workstreams.

• Contribute to the onboarding and training of junior personnel while promoting a consistent application of methodologies.

• Facilitate regular client meetings, addressing issues, clarifying requirements, and translating technical assessments into actionable recommendations.

⛳️ Requirements

• Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "SECRET" security clearance; candidates must secure approved adjudication of clearance prior to joining Guidehouse.

• Preference will be given to candidates who possess an ACTIVE "SECRET" or higher-level clearance.

• Bachelor’s degree is required.

• A minimum of FIVE (5) years of experience in risk management, internal controls, accounting, or federal compliance reviews.

• Proven ability to work independently with minimal oversight.

• Strong understanding of site visits and walkthroughs of internal controls.

• Experience in managing workflows, clearing deliverable backlogs, and ensuring high-quality execution.

• Capability to develop structured workpapers, conduct analyses, and prepare findings and recommendations.

• Excellent communication skills, including clear reporting, stakeholder engagement, and client presentations.

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration with an Accounting Concentration is advantageous.

• Approximately 7+ years of experience in risk management, internal controls, accounting, or federal compliance reviews is a plus.

• Experience in supporting large-scale federal programs and reviews related to cash disbursements is desirable.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance.

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays.

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus.

• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance.

• 401(k) Retirement Plan.

• Basic Life & Supplemental Life Insurance.

• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability coverage.

• Student Loan PayDown assistance.

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities.

• Skills Development & Certifications.

• Employee Referral Program.

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach initiatives.

• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program.

• Mobility Stipend available.

• Travel Required: Up to 25%.