Federal Financial Management Analyst - Shiloh, IL

About the role

Silverthorne Advisory Group is seeking a candidate to join an exciting and growing opportunity within the Defense sector. The day-to-day responsibilities will emphasize foundational knowledge in federal financial management. The candidate will work with a broader team to enhance a client’s financial management practices through leveraging current trends in accounting and financial reporting, operating in an ever-changing landscape to find opportunities for future growth.

The candidate will support the client with ongoing audit readiness initiatives and improvements to broader financial management practices. An ideal candidate will have strong acumen in federal finance and accounting, implementing best practices within the client’s financial landscape while serving as a liaison between key stakeholders, including the client, representation from the IPA, and other impacted government agencies. The role aids the broader team in end-to-end management of audit-related project milestones and is based on-site at Scott AFB (Illinois).

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).

Requirements

• 2 - 10+ years of relevant federal experience.
• Proactively manage multiple tasks and coordinate communications with stakeholders across varying organizations.
• Interim Secret clearance or higher required (can be sponsored).
• Familiarity with audit protocol and ongoing audit readiness efforts.
• Experience and knowledge of guidance from key regulatory agencies (Treasury, GAO, OMB, etc).
• CDFM, CGFM, CISA, and/or CISSP certifications preferred.
• Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree from an accredited university.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, with compensation factors including prior experience, skills, expertise, and location.
• Healthcare coverage: Health, Vision, and Dental plans for employees and their families.
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) with 100% matching on contributions up to 6% and access to Vanguard Admiral funds.
• Paid Time Off: Generous amount of paid leave based on length of service.
• Bonus System: Performance-based bonuses for employees who meet and exceed goals.
• 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.