Senior Associate, Government Risk Consulting

Location: McLean, United States; ability to travel as needed and collaborate in both in-person and remote environments.

Salary: $77,700–$146,900 per year, plus discretionary performance-based bonus.

Company

hirify.global is a global provider of professional services for middle-market clients.

What you will do

• Apply public-sector operations knowledge, internal audit standards, regulatory expectations, and government risk frameworks.
• Manage process-level client interactions with agency stakeholders and external partners.
• Plan, execute, and document internal audits and internal control testing, including design and operating effectiveness assessments.
• Develop audit programs, test plans, and workpapers aligned with engagement objectives and internal audit methodology.
• Review staff work for accuracy, completeness, and support for audit conclusions.
• Prepare client-ready status updates, audit findings, and report drafts covering risks, control gaps, and recommendations.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in internal audit, external audit, risk advisory, or internal controls, preferably with government or public-sector clients.
• Strong professional writing, spreadsheet, presentation, verbal communication, and time-management skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple audit workstreams and explain audit and control concepts clearly.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Public Administration, or a related business discipline.
• Ability to travel as needed and work effectively in person and remotely.

Nice to have

• Exposure to data analytics tools.
• Active pursuit of or eligibility for a relevant certification such as CPA, CIA, or CGFM.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance while serving clients.
• Discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.
• Equal opportunity employment and reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities.