Assurance Senior Manager

Job Summary

The Assurance / Audit Senior Manager leads the execution of financial statement audit engagements and audit readiness initiatives within a Government & Public Sector environment. This role is responsible for managing audit teams, overseeing engagement delivery, and ensuring compliance with professional auditing standards. The Senior Manager serves as a primary liaison with government stakeholders and external auditors, providing strategic guidance on financial reporting, internal controls, and audit remediation efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage financial statement audit support engagements, including planning, execution, and reporting.
• Oversee audit readiness activities, including preparation and validation of audit documentation and supporting evidence.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for government stakeholders and external auditors.
• Review and approve audit workpapers, deliverables, and responses to auditor requests.
• Provide strategic guidance on internal controls over financial reporting and audit remediation efforts.
• Manage multiple workstreams, ensuring deliverables meet quality, schedule, and compliance requirements.
• Identify risks, audit findings, and process improvement opportunities across financial operations.
• Lead, mentor, and develop staff, including performance management and technical oversight.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s or graduate degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• Experience: 10+ years of experience supporting federal financial statement audits, audit readiness initiatives, or financial management programs. Demonstrated experience leading audit engagements and leading teams. Experience supporting DoD or federal financial statement audits required.
• Skills: Strong knowledge of federal financial reporting and audit requirements. Experience with financial statement audits conducted in accordance with GAGAS (Yellow Book). Deep understanding of internal controls over financial reporting (ICOFR). Ability to analyze complex financial data and identify audit risks and deficiencies. Strong leadership, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level briefings. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting DoD FIAR initiatives or audit readiness programs.
• Familiarity with OMB Circular A-123, OMB A-136, and federal financial reporting requirements.
• Experience working with federal financial systems or ERP environments.
• Professional certifications such as CPA, CGFM, CDFM, or PMP.

Status

This work is contingent upon award.

Salary Range

$150-$175k per year

Montcure, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.