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Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) · 2 weeks ago

Auditor IV, Contracts, Office of Inspector General

Washington, DC

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) is seeking an Auditor IV for its Office of Inspector General. This role involves independently evaluating complex contractor cost proposals, assessing internal controls, and determining the allowability and reasonableness of costs in accordance with federal regulations.

Association

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Performs advanced audits of contractor cost proposals, incurred cost submissions, pricing actions, and related cost representations

Evaluates the adequacy of contractor accounting systems and internal controls to determine compliance with regulatory and contractual requirements

Assesses the allowability, allocability, and reasonableness of claimed costs under FAR, CAS, and agency-specific policies

Conducts risk assessments to determine the scope and depth of audit procedures required

Analyzes cost data, financial records, estimates, and supporting documentation to form audit conclusions

Prepares clear, well-supported audit reports that detail findings, conclusions, and recommendations

Presents audit results to internal leadership and, when appropriate, to contractor representatives and program offices as needed

Maintains accurate and complete audit workpapers in accordance with Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS)

Maintains and promotes awareness and accountability with safety policies and procedures while performing job functions. Promotes a positive safety culture and encourages reporting of safety concerns consistent with our Agency Safety Plan, other regulatory requirements within the Safety Management System and just culture principles

Qualification

AuditingCost AnalysisFARCASGAGASFinancial Data AnalysisAudit ReportingCertified Fraud ExaminerCertified Public AccountantCertified Internal Auditor

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration/Management, Finance, or related field

Three (3) or more years of experience in auditing, cost analysis, or public accounting

Working knowledge of FAR, CAS, and GAGAS

Proficiency in analyzing financial data and preparing structured workpapers

Preferred

Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)

related profession certification (or progression toward certifications)

Company

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA)

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