Senior Risk Control Consultant Jobs in Breese, IL

Silverthorne Advisory Group is seeking a candidate to join an exciting and growing opportunity within the Defense sector. The day-to-day responsibilities of the role will emphasize foundational knowledge in federal financial management. The candidate would work with a broader team to enhance a client's financial management practices through leveraging current trends in accounting and financial reporting. The candidate will also operate in an ever-changing landscape and will be directly in finding opportunities for future growth. On a regular basis, the candidate will be challenged to support the client with ongoing audit readiness initiatives and improvements to their broader financial management practices. An ideal candidate will have a strong acumen in federal finance and accounting and will look to implement best practices within the client's financial landscape. Moreover, a candidate will serve as a liaison between many key stakeholders, including the client, representation from the IPA, and other impacted government agencies. Through leveraging these skills and responsibilities, the candidate will aid the broader team in the end-to-end management of audit-related project milestones. The position will be based at Scott AFB (Illinois): on-site.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate financial risk, accounting processes, and key financial reporting as part of a broader effort to integrate internal controls into a large scale enterprise system acquisition.
• Participate in system evaluation and design, contributing financial and audit experience to the development life cycle.
• Develop and update Process Control Narratives (PCNs) for key client financial management processes.
• Incorporate NIST 800-53 and FISCAM guidance into client financial and accounting processes to enhance auditability.
• Support Business Process Reviews (BPRs) and the development of corresponding documentation for key client processes.
• Support the management of Corrective Action Plans (CAPs) and closure of respective Notices of Findings and Recommendation (NFRs).

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant federal experience
• Secret clearance or higher required (can be sponsored).
• Proactively manage multiple tasks and coordinate communications with stakeholders across varying organizations.
• Experience and knowledge of guidance from key regulatory agencies (Treasury, GAO, OMB, etc).
• Bachelor's and/or Master's degree from an accredited university.

• CDFM, CGFM, CISA and/or CISSP certifications preferred.
• Familiarity with audit protocol and ongoing audit readiness efforts.

Compensation - We carefully consider a wide range of compensation factors, including but not limited to prior experience, skills, expertise, location, and other considerations permitted by law.

Healthcare - We offer Health, Vision, and Dental Plans for our employees and their families.

Retirement Plan - We invest in your future with a competitive 401(k) plan, where we match 100% of your contributions up to your first 6% and give you access to Vanguard Admiral funds.

Paid Time Off - Based on length of service, we offer a generous amount of paid leave.

Bonus System - As you invest in us, we invest in you. We offer bonuses to all employees who meet and exceed goals throughout the year.

Professional Development - Support for career growth through training programs and certifications.

Company Retreats & Team Events - Sponsored trips, team-building activities, and annual conferences related to your skillset.