Entry Level Auditor

About the Role

This position is located only in Phoenix, AZ.

Key Responsibilities

• Plans, performs, and reports contract audit assignments in connection with procurement and contracting activities between the Federal Government and the Contractor.
• Prepares working papers and analyzes contractor data using automation tools.
• Performs assigned audit steps such as tests and examinations of contractor's direct labor and material costs.
• Checks reports, records, ledgers, and other documents against invoices, receipts, payroll slips, and other source documents.
• Verifies appropriateness of charges for materials and labor and determines that transactions have been properly recorded.
• Maintains audit working papers including preparation of schedules, summaries, and reconciliations as instructed or appropriate.
• Participates with other team members, providing updates on the status of audit assignments, sharing information, and identifying requisite revisions to the program and/or annual team goals.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Starting Salary: $56k – $83k
• Location: Phoenix, AZ
• Work Type: In-person
• No professional or prior auditing experience needed.
• Resumes cannot exceed 2 pages in length.
• Willing to only accept a job offer for Phoenix, AZ.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• A bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Accounting OR
• A related degree in: Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Public Administration which must include 24 semester hours of accounting (may include up to 6 hours in business law).
• GPA 2.95 or above.
• No certifications required. No CPA needed.

About Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA)

DCAA offers impactful and challenging assignments with focus on specialized training, career development while working for an agency ranked in the top 25% of the Best Places to Work in the Federal Government. Auditing defense contracts is unlike anything you'll do or see in the financial world. Our auditors provide a unique service to our country and make a difference in the lives of Americans everywhere.

Career Growth & Benefits

• Auditor positions provide room to grow in your career.
• In as little as four years, grow from an entry level auditor to a lead worker or supervisor.
• DCAA offers training and career programs to ensure your success.
• Competitive salaries and career advancement opportunities.
• Unparalleled training from the Defense Contract Audit Institute and many professional and leadership development programs.
• Commitment to work-life balance.
• Flexible work hours.
• Generous leave, benefits, and retirement packages.
• Reimbursement for job-related education and certifications.
• Participation in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
• DCAA offers financial support programs for education and certifications related to the job.
• Federal agency, DCAA also participates in loan forgiveness programs.
• Auditors benefit from flexible work schedules, public transportation reimbursement, fitness programs, and more.