accountant Washington, DC
Job description
This is a Hybrid role requiring 2x in the office a week
USAC employees are passionate about our mission. Our work contributes to the success of all Americans. We’ve worked together to build a culture that is collaborative, ambitious, outcome-oriented, and feedback-focused. As USAC continues to support universal service impacting healthcare providers, educators, and consumers, it is critical now more than ever that we hire people equally passionate and committed to helping fulfill our mission. We are currently seeking a dynamic and collaborative professional to serve as
This is an outstanding career opportunity for an individual interested in a genuine professional challenge in support of a public-spirited mission.
Working in a creative and fast-paced environment, the Lead Auditor will assist with planning, execution, communication, and reporting of all internal audit activities associated with USAC's operations.
Responsibilities
- Plan and perform compliance, financial, and operational audits in accordance with the Institute of Internal Audit (IIA) and other applicable audit standards.
- Ensure compliance with established internal control procedures by examining records, reports, operating practices, and documentation.
- Prepare clear and concise audit work papers, reports, and other communications to document audit procedures performed and exceptions noted.
- Perform self-review of work paper documentation for quality assurance purposes.
- Execute the necessary corrective recommendations for deficiencies identified during work paper review.
- Provide value-adding recommendations for audit findings identified.
- Communicate audit results, in oral or written format, to the auditee, USAC management and/or the Audit Committee.
- Maintain cordial professional relationships with auditees across divisions to facilitate progress of audits.
- Pursue professional development opportunities, including external and internal training and professional association memberships, and certifications and share information with co-workers to contribute to the growth and development of the Audit and Assurance Division.
- Provide assistance for investigations, strategic initiatives, divisional special projects and any other assigned projects as needed.
About You
The successful candidate will excel at operating in a diverse and fluid environment and will be crucial for the success of the audit division.
- Bachelor Degree and/or relevant technical training and certifications.
- Three (3) to Four (4) years of directly related experience.
- High level of proficiency in the following tools: Microsoft Excel, Visio and MS Project.
- Ability to absorb information from multiple sources and produce clear, accurate and concise communications.
- Strong project management skills and experience with a proven history of results.
- Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality and the ability to deal appropriately with sensitive information.
- Excellent analytical and proven problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work well individually and in teams to share information, support colleagues and encourage participation.
- Ability to travel out of town on a periodic, as-needed basis
USAC is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all employees. All offers of employment with USAC are conditioned on completing and passing a background and reference check. USAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No agencies please.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $54,349.34 - $65,452.97 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
- Work from home
Physical setting:
- Office
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Washington, DC 20005: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Application Question(s):
- Do you have a degree in Accounting?
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
- Microsoft Excel: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Washington, DC 20005
