Internal Controls / Audit SME

XLA seeks an Internal Controls & Audit SME to support federal internal control, audit readiness, and assessment activities. The selected candidate will lead OMB A-123 assessments, internal control testing, risk and control documentation, finding validation, and GAGAS-informed workpaper development while serving as a trusted advisor to federal clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead OMB A-123 internal control assessments
• Develop and review Risk Control Matrices (RCMs), process narratives, and flowcharts
• Perform walkthroughs and internal control testing
• Develop and maintain audit workpapers in accordance with GAGAS principles
• Validate audit findings and corrective actions
• Assess control design and operating effectiveness
• Support financial statement audit readiness and remediation activities
• Facilitate meetings with federal stakeholders and provide executive-level briefings
• Review documentation for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with federal requirements
• Mentor junior staff and review deliverables for quality

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Public Administration, or related field
• 10+ years of federal internal controls, audit, assessment, or financial management experience
• Demonstrated experience supporting OMB A-123 programs
• Experience developing and reviewing RCMs, process narratives, testing documentation, and workpapers
• Experience performing findings validation and remediation tracking
• Knowledge of GAGAS and GAO Green Book standard
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Required Certifications (one or more)

• CPA
• CIA
• CGFM

Preferred Certifications

• CISA
• CFE
• PMP

Highly Desired Experience

• Federal CFO Act agencies
• Financial statement audit support
• Internal controls over financial reporting
• Experience supporting large federal consulting engagements
• Prior experience with major public accounting or federal consulting firms