Job Requirements
Shiloh, IL
Secret Polygraph not specified
Early Career (2+ yrs experience)
$65,000 - $90,000
Job Description
Silverthorne Advisory Group is seeking a candidate to join an exciting and growing opportunity within the Defense sector. The day-to-day responsibilities of the role will emphasize foundational knowledge in federal financial management. Beyond traditional accounting and finance, you'll gain experience using modern data and analytics tools to transform financial decision-making. You'll work with technologies such as Power BI, Databricks, Palantir, Celonis Intelligence, and other advanced analytics platforms to develop interactive dashboards, automate routine processes via agentic AI deployment, analyze large financial datasets, and generate insights that drive smarter business decisions. You'll also have opportunities to explore emerging AI capabilities that enhance financial reporting, audit support, and operational efficiency. This is an ideal opportunity for someone early in their career who is passionate about combining finance, technology, and data analytics to solve real-world challenges. If you're curious, eager to learn, and excited about using innovative tools to modernize government financial management, you'll find a collaborative environment with opportunities to build technical expertise, develop consulting skills, and make a meaningful impact from day one.
The position will be based at Scott AFB (Illinois): on-site.
Responsibilities:
- Support assessments of financial risks, accounting processes, and financial reporting to strengthen internal controls and improve audit readiness.
- Assist with financial management system implementation activities by providing finance and audit support throughout the system development lifecycle.
- Develop and maintain Process Control Narratives (PCNs), process documentation, and other audit artifacts for key financial management processes.
- Apply federal guidance and standards, including NIST 800-53 and FISCAM, to support compliance, strengthen internal controls, and improve financial process documentation.
- Participate in Business Process Reviews (BPRs) by documenting current-state processes, identifying improvement opportunities, and supporting process modernization efforts.
- Support the tracking and management of Corrective Action Plans (CAPs) and assist with resolving Notices of Findings and Recommendations (NFRs) to improve audit outcomes.
- Use tools such as Power BI, Databricks, Palantir Foundry, Celonis, and other analytics platforms to analyze financial data, develop dashboards, automate reporting, and generate insights that support decision-making.
- Collaborate with clients, Independent Public Accountants (IPA), and cross-functional government stakeholders to support audit readiness activities and project milestones.
- Contribute to financial management transformation initiatives while building expertise in federal finance, accounting, data analytics, and emerging technologies through hands-on project experience.
- 3+ years of relevant federal experience.
- Secret clearance or higher required (can be sponsored).
- Proactively manage multiple tasks and coordinate communications with stakeholders across varying organizations.
- Experience and knowledge of guidance from key regulatory agencies (Treasury, GAO, OMB, etc).
- Bachelor's and/or Master's degree from an accredited university.
- CDFM, CGFM, CISA and/or CISSP certifications preferred.
- Familiarity with audit protocol and ongoing audit readiness efforts.
- Compensation - We carefully consider a wide range of compensation factors, including but not limited to prior experience, skills, expertise, location, and other considerations permitted by law.
- Healthcare - We offer Health, Vision, and Dental Plans for our employees and their families.
- Retirement Plan - We invest in your future with a competitive 401(k) plan, where we match 100% of your contributions up to your first 6% and give you access to Vanguard Admiral funds.
- Paid Time Off - Based on length of service, we offer a generous amount of paid leave.
- Bonus System - As you invest in us, we invest in you. We offer bonuses to all employees who meet and exceed goals throughout the year.
- Professional Development - Support for career growth through training programs and certifications.
Company Retreats & Team Events - Sponsored trips, team-building activities, and annual conferences related to your skillset.
The position will be based at Scott AFB (Illinois): on-site.
Responsibilities:
- Support assessments of financial risks, accounting processes, and financial reporting to strengthen internal controls and improve audit readiness.
- Assist with financial management system implementation activities by providing finance and audit support throughout the system development lifecycle.
- Develop and maintain Process Control Narratives (PCNs), process documentation, and other audit artifacts for key financial management processes.
- Apply federal guidance and standards, including NIST 800-53 and FISCAM, to support compliance, strengthen internal controls, and improve financial process documentation.
- Participate in Business Process Reviews (BPRs) by documenting current-state processes, identifying improvement opportunities, and supporting process modernization efforts.
- Support the tracking and management of Corrective Action Plans (CAPs) and assist with resolving Notices of Findings and Recommendations (NFRs) to improve audit outcomes.
- Use tools such as Power BI, Databricks, Palantir Foundry, Celonis, and other analytics platforms to analyze financial data, develop dashboards, automate reporting, and generate insights that support decision-making.
- Collaborate with clients, Independent Public Accountants (IPA), and cross-functional government stakeholders to support audit readiness activities and project milestones.
- Contribute to financial management transformation initiatives while building expertise in federal finance, accounting, data analytics, and emerging technologies through hands-on project experience.
- 3+ years of relevant federal experience.
- Secret clearance or higher required (can be sponsored).
- Proactively manage multiple tasks and coordinate communications with stakeholders across varying organizations.
- Experience and knowledge of guidance from key regulatory agencies (Treasury, GAO, OMB, etc).
- Bachelor's and/or Master's degree from an accredited university.
- CDFM, CGFM, CISA and/or CISSP certifications preferred.
- Familiarity with audit protocol and ongoing audit readiness efforts.
- Compensation - We carefully consider a wide range of compensation factors, including but not limited to prior experience, skills, expertise, location, and other considerations permitted by law.
- Healthcare - We offer Health, Vision, and Dental Plans for our employees and their families.
- Retirement Plan - We invest in your future with a competitive 401(k) plan, where we match 100% of your contributions up to your first 6% and give you access to Vanguard Admiral funds.
- Paid Time Off - Based on length of service, we offer a generous amount of paid leave.
- Bonus System - As you invest in us, we invest in you. We offer bonuses to all employees who meet and exceed goals throughout the year.
- Professional Development - Support for career growth through training programs and certifications.
Company Retreats & Team Events - Sponsored trips, team-building activities, and annual conferences related to your skillset.
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