What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Management Consultant position at Thompson Gray Inc.?
Job Description: The selected candidate will work as a Financial Management Consultant supporting Army clients at Thompson Gray. Responsibilities include supporting the U.S. Army's Financial Improvement and Audit Readiness (FIAR) goals, with a focus on audit remediation, internal control evaluation, and process improvement. This role will directly contribute to the Army's ongoing Financial Improvement Plan (FIP) by driving execution of corrective actions, enhancing internal control frameworks, and supporting financial audit transformation efforts across Army organizations. The position requires a proactive team member who can interface effectively with Army stakeholders, provide analytic support, and contribute to the success of enterprise-wide financial improvement initiatives.
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
Worksite details: National Capital Region (NCR) and Other Remote Locations
Duties will include:
Support U.S. Army clients with financial improvement and audit readiness activities in alignment with the Army's Financial Improvement and Audit Remediation (FIAR) guidance and Office of the Under Secretary of Defense (Comptroller) policies.
Conduct internal control assessments and implement improvements to support compliance with OMB Circular A- 123, DoDI 5010.40, and Army financial reporting objectives.
Assist with the identification and remediation of material weaknesses and Notice of Findings and Recommendations (NFRs) issued by external auditors.
Develop and track Corrective Action Plans (CAPs) and support the implementation of Test of Design (ToD) and Test of Operating Effectiveness (ToE) procedures.
Analyze and improve Army financial business processes to enhance auditability and reduce risk to unmodified opinions.
Coordinate Army site visit planning, document walkthroughs, and testing logistics with Army stakeholders and external auditors.
Evaluate and validate Key Supporting Documentation (KSDs) and audit artifacts to meet Army FIAR standards and meet deadlines.
Support policy analysis by identifying regulatory inconsistencies and recommending updates to Army financial management guidance.
Utilize Army financial systems and tools (e.g., GFEBS, LMP) as required for audit testing and financial data validation.
Participate in working groups, strategy sessions, and governance forums supporting Army FIAR transformation.
Position Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Technology, Business Management/Administration, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Data Science or field directly related to the position (if the individual did not receive a Bachelor's in one of these fields but received a Master's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Business Management/Administration, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Data Science, then the Master's may serve in place of the Bachelor's degree);
One (1) year of experience with Federal financial management. The Government will consider commercial experience in lieu of federal financial management.
Active minimum DoD SECRET Clearance is required. Candidate must be able to possess an interim SECRET clearance to be considered.
Intermediate to advanced proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suites (especially Excel, PowerPoint, and Word) preferred
Well-developed and professional interpersonal skills
Ability to own work product development and demonstrate initiative and accountability for assigned task areas, effectively coordinating with team members and across various organizations.
Ability to interact effectively with people at all organizational levels of the firm and client.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; detail oriented.
Ability to work independently within a team environment and with a customer service focus.
Strong organizational skills with ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Why join Thompson Gray?
Thompson Gray is a multi-year winner of the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber Best Places to Work, recognized for our exceptional company culture that values employees and customers alike.
Here's what makes Thompson Gray special:
Competitive pay based on your qualifications Excellent benefits, including:
Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance 401(k) plan with employer match
Additional perks:
TG Swag - receive company-branded items during onboarding and seasonal shipments to your home Dependent Scholarship Program - supporting the education of employees' children
Tuition Assistance for furthering your own education Professional Development opportunities
Generous time-off policies, including 18 days of paid time off, 10 Federal Holidays, and flexible scheduling Annual donation to the charity of your choice
Regular team-building events, such as lunches, after-hours gatherings, seasonal family-friendly events, and our memorable annual holiday party
Join Thompson Gray and become part of a dynamic team committed to excellence, innovation, and community
Thompson Gray is an Equal Opportunity Employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation national origin, protected veteran status or disability. Thompson Gray, Inc. welcomes minority and veteran applicants.
