Audit Risk Consultant - SME

*Active Secret Clearance required for consideration*

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking an Audit Risk Consultant SME to support a DoD program in Arlington, VA . The Audit Risk Consultant SME will play a pivotal role in standing up a new PMO and report to the Comptroller/Financial Management Office. This is an on-site position . This opportunity is a temporary position that has an expected timeline of 6-9 months, but please note that an extension is likely.

Responsibilities:

• 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

Requirements:

• Active Secret Clearance
• Expert knowledge of audit principles, risk management frameworks, internal controls, and federal compliance requirements
• Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Audit, Risk Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred; OR Bachelor's degree plus 2 years additional experience
• DoD audit environment experience required
• CIA, CPA, CISA, or CRMP certification required; PMP strongly preferred
• Onsite work at Pentagon and/or Arlington, VA required

Compensation:

• $55/hr - 70/hr+ *depending on experience*
• Health, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401K, Holidays, Sick Leave if required by Law

This job opens for applications on 2/4/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date

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