IT Audit Specialist

Kearney is currently seeking a IT Specialist to join our team! The position is responsible for delivering quality services and work products on a IT audit readiness, liaison and remediation project. The position is hybrid in-office and remote. The position will report to the Senior Manager and will perform the following responsibilities: Demonstrate professionalism and competence in the client's complex environment Understand business operations, processes, and functions unique to the client Apply financial statement audit concepts to the project, including audit expectations and timeline, audit documentation requests workflow, testing concepts, quality supporting documentation, and observations and notice of findings and recommendations Work in a team environment with clients, Kearney team members, and other contractors Balance tasks concurrently and meet strict deadlines Review audit reports, notice of findings and recommendations, corrective action plans, and provide guidance and recommendations to the client, including remediation activities Coordinate and facilitate meetings with key process owners and subject matter experts and provide recommendations to meet audit objectives Review and evaluate IT internal controls and supporting documentation Provide financial statement audit and management internal controls assessment support related to IT general controls (ITGC) throughout the audit/assessment lifecycle, e.g., planning, stakeholder management, PBC list management, PBC coordination, artifact QC and submission to the auditors, observation and NFR review and feedback, final report review and feedback, CAP coordination, and remediation guidance and oversight Perform quality control reviews and assist in the submission of supporting documentation for internal and external audits in accordance with Federal Government standards and policies Assist in developing audit readiness strategies for organizations modernizing their financial solution with the goal to sustain a clean financial statement audit opinion and obtain an opinion on internal controls over financial reporting Participate in cross-functional meetings to identify potential internal controls and audit risks and recommend solutions including risk mitigation strategies Plan audit readiness activities, assist with those activities, and track them to completion including developing status updates and progress metrics Use organizational and analytical skills and prepare advanced Excel formulas, pivot tables and charts/graphs to track PBCs Analyze large datasets to ensure supporting documentation meets the audit documentation requests Ensure project deliverable compliance and quality Provide support to other customer agencies and program offices within the Department and assist in the submission of audit requests Understanding of Customer User Entity Controls (CUEC) and the ability to standardize and update relevant process documentation Effectively communicate and present findings to the client (and multiple audiences) in writing and orally, including distilling information to management level Review work performed by other associates or team members Support firm-wide initiatives Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Computer Information System, or a related field. At least 4 or more years of financial statement auditing, IT audit readiness, IT audit remediation, IT audit liaison, IT assessments, and/or equivalent experience Proficient skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, Teams, SharePoint, and PowerPoint Working knowledge of federal laws, regulations, and guidance, e.g. CFO Act, OMB Circular A-123, NIST 800-53 rev4/5, FFMIA, FMFIA, FISCAM, GAO Yellow Book, GAO Green Book, and/or SOC engagement Ability to obtain and maintain agency suitability (Public Trust) (requires U.S. citizenship) Experience working with Federal Government and/or DoD clients Preferred Qualifications CISA, CISSP, CPA, and/or CIA Experience working on a Federal financial statement audit, audit readiness, and/or SOC engagement Experience working on a Federal financial / accounting system modernization project Experience using a GRC tool to track audit documentation requests, conduct audits/assessments, and develop status reports and dashboard visualizations (i.e. Highbond). Experience gathering, analyzing, and reporting on audit metrics data using visualization tools (i.e. PowerBI, Tableau, etc.) Experience with remediation related to access controls, including privileged and non-privileged accounts (human and non-human) at all layers (application, database, operating system) Overview With a focus on the Federal Government, Kearney & Company provides auditing, accounting, consulting, and technology services. Our commitment to our employees and clients as well as to dedication and trust have led to Kearney's recognition as one of the leading accounting firms in the country. Based on our employees' feedback, we are also consistently rated a Best Place to Work. Employment at Kearney means a flexible, collaborative, and open-minded work environment. We hope it is your "first easy decision." Learn more at www.kearneyco.com/careers. The expected salary range for this position is between $80,000 and $140,000. This range is representative of base pay only and does not include straight time pay for hours worked over 40 per week, company contributions towards paid benefits, and/or bonuses. Actual compensation (meeting or exceeding the range) will be determined based on specific experience, education, work location, clearance level, and other factors permitted by law. This position is eligible for bonuses (when applicable). We also offer a competitive benefits package that includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan and 529 Education Savings Plan Flexible Spending & Health Savings Account Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity Insurances Legal Insurance and Pet Insurance Employee Assistance Program, fitness and wellness benefits, and other firm benefits. Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time