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IT Audit Manager (US - Alexandria, VA, Columbus, OH, Indianapolis, IN)
What to expect when you join Sikich

Team members at Sikich have a lot in common while also being part of a rich and varied group of contributors, creating a distinct and thriving culture. Chief among our commonalities is a desire for growth and a shared unity of purpose in our professional lives. We believe that through diverse perspectives, challenging the status quo and rewarding action, we accelerate innovation and drive growth – for our clients, for ourselves and for our communities.

The professional services landscape continues to evolve. For Sikich, this means we have an opportunity to further cement our leadership position in this industry and continue to grow our organization in increasingly exciting ways. This growth is meaningful for every team member at our company because larger companies simply see more interesting client opportunities and can attract impressively talented individuals like you. Through a dedicated focus on key business priorities and intentionally creating a rewarding employee experience, Sikich has developed into a highly regarded provider of professional services and a sought-after employer of choice.

Do you want to work with other skilled and agile practitioners who thrive on challenge and growth? We believe everyone has untapped potential. That’s why we lead with vision and act fast, pairing deep expertise with practical solutions. Our teams cut through complexity and deliver real impact. It's our hope that you find more than just a job. At Sikich, you'll find optimism, clear insights and genuine warmth, without egos.

Are you ready to grow with us?

Position summary

 Sikich is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented auditing professional with strong leadership and information technology skills. This role is contingent upon award of contract. This position requires an active interim Secret or Secret clearance or the ability of obtain this level of clearance
What will you do in this role?

• Provide the first line of supervision to a team of audit professionals 
• Review work products prepared by team, including workpapers, findings, reports, and other written deliverables, to ensure quality and consistency with auditing standards and firm guidelines. 
• Leverage understanding of Government Auditing Standards to design audit plans and procedures and oversee the successful execution of those plans and procedures.
• Self-starter, takes the initiative to deliver quality work products to the client with little direction from supervisor
• Supervise and review work performed by other staff
• Develop people through effectively delegating tasks and providing guidance to staff
• Provide subject matter technical expertise to delivery team in financial management areas of financial reporting, internal control, and/or financial business systems
• Review draft deliverables prepared by engagement teams and present final results to management
• Assist Principals and Senior Managers in the creation of proposals, business development, and practice administration
• Leverage technology, including data analysis tools and AI, to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of audit procedures,
• Assist Principals and Senior Managers in the creation of proposals, business development, and practice administration.
• Act as primary liaison to the client and make Principals aware of all major developments
• Utilize technology to share knowledge with team members, develop skills, and continually learn

What do you need to succeed in this role?

• Bachelor’s degree required. Information Systems degree is preferred.
• Minimum 4 years of auditing, and/or related technical experience
• Minimum interim Secret clearance.
• Management/ Leadership Experience
• Strong customer service skills
• Project management experience
• CISA preferred
• Experience performing SOC 1 or SOC 2 audits (strongly preferred)
• Familiarity with FISCAM and/or FISMA frameworks also acceptable
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Knowledge in the following areas is preferred:
 

• National Institute of Science and Technology (NIST) SP 800-53, Security and Privacy Controls for Information Systems and Organizations 
• Federal Accounting Standards Advisory Board (FASAB) Statements of Federal Financial Accounting Standards.
• Government Accountability Office’s (GAO’s) Government Auditing Standards (GAS) 
• American Institute of Certified Public Accountants’ (AICPA’s) 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.

In compliance with this state’s pay transparency laws, the midpoint of the salary range for this role is $130,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location.
In addition, specific skills/experience required are as follows:

• Values driven – You embody and model absolute integrity and servant leadership and you have a bias for action and continuous innovation.
• Uncompromising problem solver – You see opportunities in every business challenge and can develop, articulate and implement solutions.
• Collaboration – You are a relationship builder across all levels of the organization and across all business units.
• Instills trust – You do what you say, without ego, and you follow through on commitments consistently and credibly.
• Impact & influence – You are relentlessly focused on making a difference and can gain support for ideas, proposals and solutions. You get others to act, with or without formal authority, to advance initiatives and objectives.

About Sikich

Sikich offers the public and private sectors a diverse platform of professional services across consulting, technology and compliance. Highly specialized and hands-on teams deliver integrated solutions rooted in deep industry experience. Our approach is strategically and thoughtfully designed to help our clients, teams and communities accelerate success. 

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Our team members enjoy expansive benefits ranging from competitive compensation and insurance options to wellness programs and a flexible time off policy, to name only a few. Sikich also takes pride in prioritizing team members’ health, total wellbeing and time spent with family, friends and in the pursuit of personal goals, hobbies, and endeavors.

Some examples of our many benefits:

• Sikich maintains a Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy. We encourage every full-time employee, as your role permits, to utilize paid time off (personal time, mental/physical health care, vacation, sick leave, etc.). Waiting for time off to accrue is common at other companies. At Sikich, you do not have to wait for this benefit to kick in. FTO is activated on your first day with our organization.
• Sikich will also recognize paid holidays during the year and strives to permit employees to have time off the last week of the calendar year when client and project work permits. 
• Sikich offers a comprehensive wellness program to engage, challenge and empower team members to take responsibility for their wellbeing. Activities can be tracked through our wellness provider to obtain gift cards and other rewards.

We also offer:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Health, dental, vision, life, and accident/death/disability insurance options
• HSA employer contribution
• Nine (9) paid holidays annually.
• A robust paid Parental Bonding Leave program covering birth, adoption, and foster children.
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• CPA bonus with four (4) paid exam days & four (4) paid study days.
• Tuition reimbursement
• Generous employee referral bonus program
• Client referral bonus program
• Pet insurance
• FORCE – Sikich community volunteer program enabling each team member to use up to four hours of paid time annually to volunteer and make a difference in their local communities.
  

Official correspondence will come from a Sikich.com email address and applicants/candidates are invited to contact us directly to verify communications. 

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Sikich is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V