Sr Specialist - Internal Controls

This position is located in our VA, Fairfax facility



General Dynamics Network Systems is a world-class IT architect and systems integrator of converged voice, video and data networks that are secure, scalable, survivable and interoperable. Our 7,000 dedicated professionals design, build, integrate, and operate enterprise and wireless networks for government and commercial customers worldwide. General Dynamics Network Systems is a business unit of General Dynamics.



Conducts/supervises audits to evaluate compliance with company policy and
procedures, government regulations, the NS Standards of Business Conduct
program's requirements, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. Audits to be conducted include (but are not limited to) operational audits, compliance audits, SOX audits; and incurred cost audit.
Identifies operational deficiencies or inconsistencies with the Company's
goals and objectives.
Prepares and submits reports to Senior Management on the results of audits, recommending improvements and/or corrective actions in policies and procedures.
Plans individual or multiple audit engagements (i.e., develop audit programs, prepare
manpower budgets, issue engagement letters to schedule reviews, hold opening
meetings with management to outline audit objective, scope and methodology).
Performs/supervises audit fieldwork typically involving complex audit cycles requiring interdisciplinary skills and broad knowledge of the operating location(s).
Prepares/reviews audit workpapers/files that are accurate, complete and consistent with auditing standards and record retention requirements.
Formulates recommendations for corrective actions which are consistent with audit findings, internal control considerations and are cost beneficial.
Responsible for closing audits (i.e., finalizing workpapers, performance evaluations, etc.) and issuing final reports to senior management, which summarize all audit findings.
May perform limited aspects of the company's management assessment testing as part of Sarbanes Oxley 404 compliance evaluations. This includes: Testing design effectiveness of identified internal controls; Testing the operational effectiveness of the internal controls; Reporting findings of ineffective controls; Preparing, reviewing and populating the company's SOX database; maintaining supporting documentation; Providing additional support to management


The candidate should possess a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Finance or equivalent experience

Requires minimum 5 years experience in Accounting or Auditing (preferably in the Defense Government Contracting Arena)

Excellent written and oral communication, problem solving and interpersonal skills. MBA degree or audit certification and knowledge of the FAR, Cost Accounting Standards and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Candidate must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
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