Financial Analyst Lead - Public Sector, Federal Civilian

Job Summary:

The Manager performs financial reporting activities, analyzes trial balances, reconciles accounts, prepares adjusting entries and adjustments, performs analytical procedures, and other activities to support the preparation of timely and accurate financial statements. This role also provides recommendations and drafts whitepapers on accounting issues, prepares and maintains SOPs, provides audit liaison services including audit resolution and responses to findings, provides explanations of accounting treatment to the auditors, and provides strategic advice to assist with audit resolution.  

Job Duties:

• Supports completeness and accuracy of trial balances for the GTAS transmission and compliance with Treasury reporting requirements
• Reconciles accounts and compiles data for journalizing off-ledger accounts into the agency’s accounting system
• Analyze the agency’s trial balances and provide appropriate technical assistance and recommendations to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Compiles and documents required footnote disclosures for financial statement preparation, as well as required supplementary information, required supplementary stewardship information, and other accompanying information
• Compiles elimination, adjusting entries, and other adjustments as required for the completeness and accuracy for the agency’s consolidated financial statements
• Prepares agency financial statements and analysis including tie-point results, abnormal balances. Provide support and recommendations for errors or variances noted during the monthly financial analysis
• Provides technical expertise on the general ledger matters including accounting line rollovers, payroll, General Fund Receipt Account (GFRA) postings and cancelling appropriations
• Provides audit liaison services, including audit resolution and responses to NFRs, significant deficiencies, material weaknesses
• Delivers a full range of services that uses their educational background, experience, and organizational skills while serving BDO’s dynamic public sector client base
• Assists with firm practice, solution, and business development initiatives
• Assists in the preparation of presentation materials
• Prepares, edits, and assembles reports required for meetings and presentations
• Works effectively with other branches and divisions within the organization to accomplish tasks
• Provides assistance, as needed, with special projects
• Obtains necessary information from appropriate source(s) to complete assigned tasks and share information with others as needed
• Applies fundamental industry knowledge and standards to support client reviews, improvements, and/or implementations
• Communicates and maintains relationships with key client personnel to ensure shared understanding of processes, operations, and functions
• Supports and reviews work products for technical accuracy, deliverable quality, and overall value to the client
• Completes other ad hoc assignments, as determined by government managers.
• Attends relevant training, seminars, and/or conferences to stay current with technical skills that align with client’s needs and changes in the industry
• Supports business development meetings and/or proposal development process with guidance from Public Practice leadership
• Other duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• May supervise Public Sector staff on engagements related to internal and client projects 

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities:

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree, required; focus in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration, preferred

Experience

• Ten (10) or more years of experience in financial management, accounting, and financial reporting, required
• Experience supporting federal agencies with financial management, accounting, and financial reporting, required
• Knowledge of and experience with Federal financial reporting, financial statements, accounting requirements, USSGL, posting logic, and execution of complex financial data analysis, required
• Knowledge of and experience with OMB Circular No. A-136, Treasury Financial Manual, USSGL, Federal Accounting Standards, preferred
• Experience working with a professional services firm, preferred

License(S)/Certification(S)

• Ability to obtain and maintain government agency suitability or security clearance, required

Software

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word), required
• Advanced proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suites (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word), preferred

Language(S)

• N/A

Other Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Well-developed and professional interpersonal skills
• Ability to interact effectively with people at all organizational levels within the client organization and in the firm 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaborate within a team environment and with a customer service focus 
• Ability to follow instructions as directed 
• Superior organizational skills with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Detail 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: $110,000 - $160,000 Maryland Range: $110,000 - $160,000 NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $110,000 - $160,000

Join 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. 

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• Welcoming diverse perspectives and understanding the experience of our professionals and clients
• Empowering team members to explore their full potential
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