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We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go.  Join EY and help to build a better working world.

 

From strategy to execution, the Government & Public Sector practice of Ernst & Young LLP provides a full range of consulting and audit services to help our Federal, State, Local and Education clients implement new ideas to help achieve their mission outcomes. We deliver real change and measurable results through our diverse, high-performing teams, quality work at the highest professional standards, operational know-how from across our global organization, and creative and bold ideas that drive innovation. We enable our government clients to achieve their mission of protecting the nation and serving the people; increasing public safety; improving healthcare for our military, veterans and citizens; delivering essential public services; and helping those in need. EY is ready to help our government build a better working world.  

The opportunity 

As a member of our Government and Public Sector (GPS) Internal Audit Team, you will join a talented group of professionals, serving in key roles advising public sector clients on their most pressing internal audit and risk management issues.  Notably, you will be working with a team of dedicated professionals on implementing and assessing requirements outlined in the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Circular A-123, Management's Responsibility for Enterprise Risk Management and Internal Control. Our team focuses on national priorities in defense, recovery and infrastructure investment, national security, international development and health. You will be a key team member in the development and growth of our GPS business which is a priority for our firm.  

Your key responsibilities 

Our Enterprise Risk professionals support our clients in understanding and identifying process risks and designing and assessing process controls to mitigate those risks. They are responsible for documenting process controls, assessing control design, developing test plans to test key controls, and writing reports to summarize observations. In addition, Enterprise Risk professionals provide process improvement recommendations to design efficient and effective process controls to best mitigate process risks.  

As a Senior, you may be assigned to a particular federal agency as your primary client.  In this role, you may work alongside other EY professionals, teaming partners, and client personnel on a wide range of tasks.  These may include: documenting business processes, preparing and submitting documentation requests, testing the design and effectiveness of controls, drafting memos and other reports to explain team findings and recommendations, and assisting process owners with remediation efforts.  In addition, as Senior, you may be tasked with supervising and aiding in the development of one or more Staff resources.  These responsibilities will include assigning and reviewing work products, providing timely and constructive feedback, and ensuring team members have the opportunities necessary to achieve their career goals.  You may also be responsible for completing and reporting project status to engagement leadership, including client personnel.       

Skills and attributes for success 

Knowledge and experience auditing, reviewing or working with federal business processes such as funds management, budget formulation and execution, receivables management, disbursements, property management, human resources, financial reporting, and grants management   Excellent Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint)  Strong report-writing skills to communicate findings and recommendations to clients   Knowledge of working paper documentation standards   Excellent communication skills to discuss observations and negotiate the acquisition of data for testing and reporting on internal controls   Ability to conduct research on regulatory guidance, current industry standards and trends, and new legislation and requirements.   Ability to work independently with clients and on project teams   Ability and willingness to supervise and develop team members  Ability and willingness to hold difficult conversations (with team members and clients) professionally and timely.  

To qualify for the role you must have 

A bachelor's or master's degree in business, accounting or finance, or a related discipline   A minimum of  2 plus ears of experience working as an IA auditor or IA risk advisor for a public accounting firm, a professional services firm, or within the industry   Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance of Secret level or higher  US certification in at least one of the following: CPA (Certified Public Accountant), CIA (Certified Internal Auditor), CGFM (Certified Government Financial Manager), CDFM (Certified Defense Financial Manager, CGAP (Certified Government Auditing Professional) or PMP (Project Management Professional). If you do not currently have a certification listed above, you must obtain one before being promoted to Manager.    The EY Government and Public Sector Practice’s staffing model is to assign resources to projects aligned to the office within the metropolitan area you have been hired; however, in certain circumstances, travel may be required within and/or beyond your geographic region based on client and project needs.  For roles within the federal practice, the flexibility to travel up to approximately 30% is preferred. Within the state, local and education practice, the flexibility to travel up to approximately 80% is preferred.  

Ideally you'll also have  

Experience with OMB Circular A-123 assessments or financial statement audit, attestation and remediation.  Working knowledge of the US Standard General Ledger (USSGL) and the Statements of Federal Financial Accounting Standards (SFFAS) 

What we look for 

At EY, we know it's your point of view, energy and enthusiasm that make the difference. Top performers have experience delivering against project plans on large, complex engagements from analysis through implementation. They have experience with federal or state agencies in shared services, often gained by working in a Big Four global management consulting firm or a blue-chip company focused on the government and the public sector.

 

 

What we offer you
At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more.

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business.  The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $87,800 to $160,900.  The base salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $105,400 to $182,800.  Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography.  In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options. Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year. Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

 

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today. 
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