Financial Management Lead – Public Sector, Intel - BDO International
McLean, VA 22106
About the Job
Job Summary:BDO is seeking a seasoned professional with strong experience supporting financial management, accounting, budget, and audit readiness efforts for Intelligence Community (IC) Agencies
The Financial Management & Accounting Lead will be responsible for partnering with senior leaders within the Public Sector Practice to manage business development, practice development, and project delivery activities
This position will be a member of the Public Sector Practice leadership team and may be involved in direct supervision of staff, performance management, problem resolution, task delegation, and/or client project execution
The person in this role will drive problem solving and fact finding, while working side by side with experienced team members, management, and client leadership, and will support or lead firm practice, solution, and business development initiatives.Job Duties:Delivers a full range of services that uses their educational background, experience, and organizational skills while serving BDO’s dynamic public sector client baseAssists with firm practice, solution, and business development initiativesSupports or leads task areas while coordinating closely with engagement team management and client leadership on strategy, planning, execution, status, and review processesSupports clients with key financial and budgetary, information technology, and operational transformation initiativesAdapts to a changing client environment while meeting client expectationsManages priorities and works effectively to initiate correspondence and task completion
Supports multiple efforts through flexible multi-task coordinationProvides summary recommendations to team leadership regarding assigned work streamApplies fundamental industry knowledge and standards to support client reviews, improvements, and/or implementationsCommunicates and maintains relationships with key client personnel to ensure shared understanding of business processes, operations, and functionsPrepares presentations, briefings, and actively participates in client meetings and day-to-day interactionsCommunicates with team management through effective status reporting and demonstrate ownership and accountability for assigned task areas and work productsEstablishes professional rapport with clients and other organizationsEvaluates work products for technical accuracy, deliverable quality, and overall value to the clientAttends relevant training, business seminars, and/or conferences to stay current with technical skills that align with client’s needs and changes in the industrySupports recruiting efforts by identifying potential candidates and participating in interviewsSupports business development meetings and/or proposal development process with guidance from Public Sector Practice leadershipResearches industry and market trends and develops relevant presentations and materials in support of potential firm initiativesCultivates growth of existing and new businessOther duties as requiredSupervisory Responsibilities:May supervise the day-to-day workload of Public Sector direct reports related to client projects, business development, and other activities, including maintaining team productivity and review of work productsEvaluates the performance of any Public Sector direct reports and assist in the development of goals and objectives to enhance professional developmentDelivers periodic performance feedback and completes the annual performance evaluation for Public Sector staff as appropriateServes as a mentor / career advisor to Public Sector staff as appropriateQualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Education:Bachelor’s degree, required; focus in Accounting, Business Administration, or Finance, preferred Master’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or Finance, preferredExperience:Five (5) or more years of accounting, finance, business, operations, technology, management, or analysis experience, required Experience improving data integrity, internal controls, and financial reporting related to financial statement line items, preferredExperience with pricing, cash management, PP&E, inventory, and related property, preferredExperience with financial statement audits, preparation for audit readiness, and corrective action plans, preferredExperience analyzing and resolving complex accounting issues, preferredExperience with working capital or general fund, preferredExperience working with and briefing senior program managers or leaders, preferred Experience with business process improvement methodologies, preferredLicense(s)/Certification(s):Active TS/SCI with Poly security clearance, required (US Citizenship required)CPA, CGFM, CDFM, PMP, or Lean Six Sigma certification, preferredSoftware:Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word), requiredAdvanced proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suites (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word), preferredLanguage(s):N/AOther Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:Ability to interact effectively with people at all organizational levels within the client organization and in the firm Excellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to work independently and collaborate within a team environment and with a customer service focus Ability to follow instructions as directed Superior organizational skills required with ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environmentDetail oriented with in-depth knowledge and application of English grammar and ability to proofread all written materials including proposals, pitches, presentations, etc.Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.National Range: $135,000 - $185,000NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $135,000 - $185,000Join us at BDO, where you will find more than a career, you’ll find a place where your work is impactful, and you are valued for your individuality
We offer flexibility and opportunities for advancement
Our culture is centered around making meaningful connections, approaching interactions with curiosity, and being true to yourself, all while making a positive difference in the world. At BDO, our purpose of helping people thrive every day is at the heart of everything we do
Together, we are focused on delivering exceptional and sustainable outcomes and value for our people, our clients, and our communities
BDO is proud to be an ESOP company, reflecting a culture that puts people first, by sharing financially in our growth in value with our U.S
team. BDO professionals provide assurance, tax and advisory services for a diverse range of clients across the U.S
and in over 160 countries through our global organization.BDO is the first large accounting and advisory organization to implement an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
A qualified retirement plan, the ESOP offers participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being
The ESOP stands as a compelling addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits* offerings
The annual allocation to the ESOP is fully funded by BDO through investments in company stock and grants employees the chance to grow their wealth over time as their shares vest and grow in value with the firm’s success, with no employee contributions. We are committed to delivering exceptional experiences to middle market leaders by sharing insight-driven perspectives, helping companies take business as usual to better than usual
With industry knowledge and experience, a breadth and depth of resources, and unwavering commitment to quality, we pride ourselves on:Welcoming diverse perspectives and understanding the experience of our professionals and clientsEmpowering team members to explore their full potentialOur talented team who brings varying skills, knowledge and experience to proactively help our clients navigate an expanding array of complex challenges and opportunitiesCelebrating ingenuity and innovation to transform our business and help our clients transform theirsFocus on resilience and sustainability to positively impact our people, clients, and communitiesBDO Total Rewards that encompass so much more than traditional “benefits.” Click here to find out more!*Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vetsClick here to find out more!Full timePosting Date: 2024-09-19
The Financial Management & Accounting Lead will be responsible for partnering with senior leaders within the Public Sector Practice to manage business development, practice development, and project delivery activities
This position will be a member of the Public Sector Practice leadership team and may be involved in direct supervision of staff, performance management, problem resolution, task delegation, and/or client project execution
The person in this role will drive problem solving and fact finding, while working side by side with experienced team members, management, and client leadership, and will support or lead firm practice, solution, and business development initiatives.Job Duties:Delivers a full range of services that uses their educational background, experience, and organizational skills while serving BDO’s dynamic public sector client baseAssists with firm practice, solution, and business development initiativesSupports or leads task areas while coordinating closely with engagement team management and client leadership on strategy, planning, execution, status, and review processesSupports clients with key financial and budgetary, information technology, and operational transformation initiativesAdapts to a changing client environment while meeting client expectationsManages priorities and works effectively to initiate correspondence and task completion
Supports multiple efforts through flexible multi-task coordinationProvides summary recommendations to team leadership regarding assigned work streamApplies fundamental industry knowledge and standards to support client reviews, improvements, and/or implementationsCommunicates and maintains relationships with key client personnel to ensure shared understanding of business processes, operations, and functionsPrepares presentations, briefings, and actively participates in client meetings and day-to-day interactionsCommunicates with team management through effective status reporting and demonstrate ownership and accountability for assigned task areas and work productsEstablishes professional rapport with clients and other organizationsEvaluates work products for technical accuracy, deliverable quality, and overall value to the clientAttends relevant training, business seminars, and/or conferences to stay current with technical skills that align with client’s needs and changes in the industrySupports recruiting efforts by identifying potential candidates and participating in interviewsSupports business development meetings and/or proposal development process with guidance from Public Sector Practice leadershipResearches industry and market trends and develops relevant presentations and materials in support of potential firm initiativesCultivates growth of existing and new businessOther duties as requiredSupervisory Responsibilities:May supervise the day-to-day workload of Public Sector direct reports related to client projects, business development, and other activities, including maintaining team productivity and review of work productsEvaluates the performance of any Public Sector direct reports and assist in the development of goals and objectives to enhance professional developmentDelivers periodic performance feedback and completes the annual performance evaluation for Public Sector staff as appropriateServes as a mentor / career advisor to Public Sector staff as appropriateQualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Education:Bachelor’s degree, required; focus in Accounting, Business Administration, or Finance, preferred Master’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or Finance, preferredExperience:Five (5) or more years of accounting, finance, business, operations, technology, management, or analysis experience, required Experience improving data integrity, internal controls, and financial reporting related to financial statement line items, preferredExperience with pricing, cash management, PP&E, inventory, and related property, preferredExperience with financial statement audits, preparation for audit readiness, and corrective action plans, preferredExperience analyzing and resolving complex accounting issues, preferredExperience with working capital or general fund, preferredExperience working with and briefing senior program managers or leaders, preferred Experience with business process improvement methodologies, preferredLicense(s)/Certification(s):Active TS/SCI with Poly security clearance, required (US Citizenship required)CPA, CGFM, CDFM, PMP, or Lean Six Sigma certification, preferredSoftware:Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word), requiredAdvanced proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suites (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word), preferredLanguage(s):N/AOther Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:Ability to interact effectively with people at all organizational levels within the client organization and in the firm Excellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to work independently and collaborate within a team environment and with a customer service focus Ability to follow instructions as directed Superior organizational skills required with ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environmentDetail oriented with in-depth knowledge and application of English grammar and ability to proofread all written materials including proposals, pitches, presentations, etc.Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.National Range: $135,000 - $185,000NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $135,000 - $185,000Join us at BDO, where you will find more than a career, you’ll find a place where your work is impactful, and you are valued for your individuality
We offer flexibility and opportunities for advancement
Our culture is centered around making meaningful connections, approaching interactions with curiosity, and being true to yourself, all while making a positive difference in the world. At BDO, our purpose of helping people thrive every day is at the heart of everything we do
Together, we are focused on delivering exceptional and sustainable outcomes and value for our people, our clients, and our communities
BDO is proud to be an ESOP company, reflecting a culture that puts people first, by sharing financially in our growth in value with our U.S
team. BDO professionals provide assurance, tax and advisory services for a diverse range of clients across the U.S
and in over 160 countries through our global organization.BDO is the first large accounting and advisory organization to implement an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
A qualified retirement plan, the ESOP offers participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being
The ESOP stands as a compelling addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits* offerings
The annual allocation to the ESOP is fully funded by BDO through investments in company stock and grants employees the chance to grow their wealth over time as their shares vest and grow in value with the firm’s success, with no employee contributions. We are committed to delivering exceptional experiences to middle market leaders by sharing insight-driven perspectives, helping companies take business as usual to better than usual
With industry knowledge and experience, a breadth and depth of resources, and unwavering commitment to quality, we pride ourselves on:Welcoming diverse perspectives and understanding the experience of our professionals and clientsEmpowering team members to explore their full potentialOur talented team who brings varying skills, knowledge and experience to proactively help our clients navigate an expanding array of complex challenges and opportunitiesCelebrating ingenuity and innovation to transform our business and help our clients transform theirsFocus on resilience and sustainability to positively impact our people, clients, and communitiesBDO Total Rewards that encompass so much more than traditional “benefits.” Click here to find out more!*Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vetsClick here to find out more!Full timePosting Date: 2024-09-19
Source : BDO International