Quality Control Senior Manager - Williams Adley

Company Overview
For more than 40 years, Williams Adley has provided expert accounting, auditing, and consulting services to a growing number of federal, state, and local government agencies. Our dedication to operating with the highest levels of honesty, integrity, and transparency means we frequently go beyond the typical “vendor/client” relationship, becoming trusted advisors to our clients.

General Position Description:

The Quality Control (QC) Senior Manager is responsible for assisting with the oversight of the firm’s quality assurance processes to ensure adherence to regulatory standards, industry best practices, and internal guidelines. As part of the QC Team, this role involves overseeing technical accounting and auditing requirements for select audit and attestation engagements by ensuring that the firm's audit practices comply with applicable professional standards. Primarily serving in a non-client-facing role, the QC Senior Manager will review audit and attestation engagements, support engagement teams with the resolution of complex issues, and provide training to staff. The ideal candidate for this role will have a strong understanding of relevant professional standards, and industry best practices with a demonstrated ability to identify and communicate quality control enhancements for client deliverables. Reporting to the Managing Partner or designee and working as a key member of the firm’s leadership team, this position also requires continuous improvements in quality control to help minimize risk for the firm.

The following are representative, but not all-inclusive, of the knowledge, skills and abilities required to lead in this role.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform pre-issuance review of draft and final reports for audit and attestation engagements to ensure compliance with all applicable AICPA and GAO Yellow Book standards and requirements.
• Review key working papers mandated by professional standards and/or supporting major audit findings and conclusions for completeness and accuracy.​
• Perform research on technical issues involving complex accounting and auditing matters and provide position papers and guidance to management and audit teams.​
• Assist management in identifying and resolving issues related to independence and ethics matters.
• Assist with reviewing and updating the firm’s Quality Control documents and WA University resources.​
• Participate in industry forums related to emerging standards and technical guidance, prepare position papers on behalf of the firm, and assist with implementation protocols.​
• Assist in the planning and managing the firm’s Annual Inspections, Peer Review, and other 3rd party reviews such by GAO or OIG.​
• Communicate with senior management on an ongoing basis on quality control performance and suggested areas for continuous improvement.
• Other duties as determined by the Managing Partner and Executive Management Team (EMT).

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business or related field required.
• CPA required.

• 8 years of relevant experience including 1-3 years at the managerial level
• Experience conducting audits in accordance with GAO Yellow Book
• Experience serving as quality control reviewer on audits and attestation engagements
• Deep understanding of independence standards and quality control standards of the AICPA.
• In-depth familiarity with GAO Green Book, Code of Federal Regulations, OMB circulars and bulletins, budgetary accounting, and USSGL and its application in an audit context.

• Experience conducting or reviewing Federal Financial Statement Audits in accordance with the GAO Financial Audit Manual (FAM).
• Experience conducting or reviewing Federal Information System Modernization Act (FISMA) audits and Service Organization Controls (SOC) 1 examinations.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to lead teams within a collaborative environment
• Skilled at using Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and automated workpaper software
• Must be able to multi-task and work well under tight deadlines
• Able to perform work that requires attention to detail, analytical ability, and organization
• Must be willing and able to travel domestically and internationally when needed. Up to 10%
• Non-local employees must be willing and able to travel to Washington D.C. periodically, as needed

Environment:
Office setting that requires extensive computer usage, sitting, and excellent business communication. 

Clearance:  

Applicants selected may be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive or personally identifiable information; a clearance is required. 

 
Thrive in Your Career: 

A Place Where You Belong - Diversity is at the core of our team’s excellence. Williams Adley’s culture of integrity, teamwork, excellence, and diversity means that you are free to bring your whole self to work here. We value not just the diversity of thought, but the diversity of our experiences.  With an array of business resources and other opportunities for connection, you’ll build your community in no time

Grow With Us - Your growth matters to us—that’s why we offer a variety of ways for you to develop your career. With professional and leadership development opportunities to include in-house training, paid training and certificate assistance programs, tuition reimbursement, mentoring, professional membership/subscription dues, and professional development opportunities, you can chart a unique and fulfilling career path on your own terms. 

Travel with Us - We consider ourselves fortunate to have the privilege of serving federal clients both domestically and internationally. Going above and beyond in our work occasionally involves the possibility of traveling to meet clients wherever they are located. We take great pride in supporting our workforce and the remarkable opportunities that associates at all levels may have the chance to experience when selected for diverse global travels. These opportunities provide valuable professional growth and development.  

Give Back to Your Community - Williams Adley believes in giving our time, treasures, and talents back to our community so that it can be a place for all people to thrive. Our Community Service Program, the Williams Adley Foundation, works with our employees to find important causes and put our firm's full support behind them.  

Support Your Well-Being - Our comprehensive benefits package supports your overall wellness by providing access to licensed counselors through our Employee/Life Assistance Program, financial counseling with licensed advisors, paid holidays, generous Paid Time Off (PTO), and more. With these benefits, plus the option for flexible schedules and remote and hybrid locations, we’ll support you as you pursue a balanced, fulfilling life—at work and at home. 

 
Your Candidate Journey: 

At Williams Adley, we know our people are our strengths and we value relationships most of all. To assist in your candidate journey, Candidates who are selected for resume review will meet with our Talent Acquisition team to review basic position details and answer any questions about the position, the firm, or the requirements.  

Successful Candidates will be invited to participate in our interview process, including but not limited to video or in-person, panel interviews, one on one interviews, lunch interviews, partner interviews, cognitive and/or behavior assessment, and completing our formal application.  

We understand the uncertainty of the job search, and we do our best to notify candidates who have interviewed our decisions within two weeks of the interview. Once a candidate has accepted our offer(s) all applicants will be notified that the position has been filled.  

Compensation Benefits 

At Williams Adley, we celebrate your contributions by providing you with opportunities and choices to support you and your family’s total well-being. Our health insurance offerings include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, as well as firm-paid Basic Life/AD&D and disability insurance. Our employees are provided the option to also enroll in Voluntary Legal, Accident, and Supplemental Life/AD&D insurance for themselves and their dependents. We also provide employees with competitive 401k matching, generous paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and certificate assistance.  

Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. All full-time employees are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits. 

Salary 

Salary at Williams Adley is determined by various factors, including but not limited to the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, contract-specific affordability, and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is between $150,000.00 and $175,000.00 (annualized USD) based on experience, skills, and certifications. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Williams Adley’s total compensation package for employees. 
 

Work Model 

Our diverse, team-oriented culture prioritizes the benefits and needs of our people and their values. We embrace our Remote-First environment that’s focused on excellence, integrity, flexibility, and collaboration, whether that happens in-person or remotely. 

• If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, employees residing in the D.C. Metropolitan area will primarily work remotely and periodically report to the Williams Adley office for company or departmental meetings and events. Employees may be required to report to the client site based on client needs. 

• If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role. 

EEO Commitment 
We’re an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that empowers our people to fearlessly drive change – no matter their race, color, ethnicity, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal or state law. 

Additional Information: 

• FLSA Class: Exempt 

• Status: Full Time – Regular 

• Proposed Salary Range: $150,000 - 175,000

• Work-Site: Remote 

• Work Week:  Monday – Friday, 8 hours a day; some evening and weekend hours may be required to fulfill client expectations and deliverables.   

• Reports To: Managing Partner

• Authorization: US Citizenship is required 

• Clearance: Must be able to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance

• Consideration: Only candidates who meet the minimum position requirements will be considered and/or contacted to complete the next steps. 

Disclaimer:
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with Williams Adley, please e-mail careers@williamsadley.com.

Williams Adley is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected Veteran status.   

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