Financial Management Analyst - Audit Readiness & Data Analytics

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 financial management guidance and audit standards, including OMB Circular A-123, the DoD Financial Improvement and Audit Readiness (FIAR) methodology, and FISCAM, to support compliance, strengthen internal controls, and improve audit outcomes.

• 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 modernization initiatives while building expertise in federal finance, accounting, audit readiness, data analytics, and emerging technologies through hands-on project experience.

Minimum of three (3) years of experience supporting federal financial management, accounting operations, audit readiness, financial reporting, or business process improvement initiatives.

• Minimum of one (1) year supporting federal financial audits, internal control assessments, or audit remediation.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Information Systems, Data Analytics, or a related field.

• Understanding of federal financial management concepts, including internal controls, financial reporting, audit support, and process improvement.

• Familiarity with federal financial management guidance, including OMB Circular A-123, FMFIA, FFMIA, and FISCAM.

• Ability to analyze complex financial and operational datasets, identify trends, reconcile discrepancies, and support data-driven decision-making.

• Experience developing dashboards, reports, and data visualizations using tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Cognos Analytics, Qlik Sense, or similar platforms.

• Experience performing data validation, cleansing, quality assurance, and documentation of data sources, business rules, and reporting logic.

• Ability to translate business requirements into analytical solutions and collaborate with functional, technical, and government stakeholders.

• Experience supporting audit requests through the collection, validation, and analysis of financial documentation and data.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills.

Desired Skills

• Experience with enterprise analytics platforms such as War Data Platform, Databricks, Snowflake, Palantir Foundry, Azure, or similar technologies.

• Familiarity with SQL, Python, or other analytical tools for data analysis, reporting, or automation.

• Experience working with DoW ERPs and financial systems such as Oracle, SAP, PeopleSoft, or similar platforms.

• Professional certifications such as CPA, CDFM, CGFM, CISA, or PMP.

• Experience supporting DoD Financial Improvement and Audit Readiness (FIAR) initiatives or federal financial modernization programs.

• Knowledge of AI-enabled analytics, cloud data platforms, and emerging technologies.

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.

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, audit readiness, internal controls, and financial process improvement. Beyond traditional accounting and finance, you’ll gain experience using modern data and analytics tools to improve audit outcomes, strengthen financial processes, and 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 is hybrid with on-site days near the D.C. Navy Yard.