The Audit Risk Consultant provides program leadership, audit readiness expertise, risk management, and compliance oversight for ASA(FM&C) initiatives. Works collaboratively as part of a small, integrated team to lead program management offices throughout critical project phases, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives, regulatory requirements, and audit standards during this 6-9 month engagement with potential for extension. This position is onsite in the Arlington, VA area.
Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. serves as a holding company with multiple subsidiaries engaged in several lines of business (Technology, Infrastructure & Engineering, Health, Manufacturing, Public Safety, Consulting, and Transportation) for the federal government and commercial enterprises. A portion of our profits is used to support Chickasaw citizens. We are proud to support the economic development and long-term viability of the Chickasaw Nation and its people. CNI offers premium benefits eligible on the first day of hire to full time employees; (Medical - Dental – Vision), Company Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(K) Immediate Vesting, Professional Development Assistance, Legal Aid Assistance Program, Family Planning / Fertility Assistance, Personal Time Off, and Observance of Federal Holidays.
As a federal contractor, CNI is a drug-free workplace and adheres to the Federal Controlled Substance Act.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
Active Secret clearance and U.S. Citizenship
CIA, CPA, CISA, or CRMP certification required; PMP strongly preferred
Expert knowledge of audit principles, risk management frameworks, internal controls, and federal compliance requirements
Advanced proficiency in MS Office 365, MS Project, and SharePoint for program management and compliance tracking
Deep understanding of DoD/federal financial management regulations, audit standards, and CFO Act requirements
Exceptional leadership, strategic planning, and stakeholder management with excellent collaboration skills
Superior communication skills for executive and senior Army leadership audiences
Ability to mobilize quickly and work effectively in small, collaborative team environments
Onsite work at Pentagon and/or Arlington, VA required
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential Duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Provide strategic program leadership ensuring alignment with ASA(FM&C) objectives throughout project lifecycles
Collaborate closely with team members to ensure seamless, integrated operations and program execution
Lead stakeholder engagement across ASA(FM&C), Army G-staff organizations, and external partners
Maintain project plans and Integrated Master Schedules (IMS); prepare and deliver briefings to senior Army leadership
Participate in and lead program meetings, working groups, and stakeholder sessions; prepare executive dashboards and status reports
Develop and maintain Risk Registers, Issue Logs, and Decision Logs with comprehensive tracking and mitigation strategies
Establish program governance structures, decision-making frameworks, and accountability mechanisms
Lead audit readiness activities; coordinate with auditors, establish compliance metrics, and prepare documentation
Document internal control frameworks; identify gaps and recommend remediation strategies
Conduct process analysis to identify control deficiencies, compliance concerns, and audit risks
Oversee SharePoint-based program documentation, audit repositories, and compliance tracking systems
Ensure effective knowledge transfer and capture lessons learned for program continuity
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Audit, Risk Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred; OR Bachelor's degree plus 2 years additional experience and a minimum of ten plus (10+) years audit/risk management/compliance experience with five plus (5+) years in senior leadership roles. Five plus (5+) years federal government or DoD audit environment experience required. Experience with DoD financial audit, Army audit operations, or audit readiness programs highly desired. Previous surge support or short-term engagement experience preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Work is primarily performed in an office environment. Regularly required to sit. Regularly required use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms to handle objects and operate tools, computer, and/or controls. required to speak and hear. Occasionally required to stand, walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Exposed to general office noise with computers printers and light traffic.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
EOE including Disability/Vet
The estimated pay range for this role is $145K to $155K, with the final offer contingent on location, skillset, and experience.
CNI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401(k)
- Family Planning/Fertility Assistance
- STD/LTD/Basic Life/AD&D
- Legal-Aid Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Time Off (PTO) – (11) Federal Holidays
- Training and Development Opportunities
Your application submission will be considered for all potential employment opportunities with Chickasaw Nation Industries (CNI).