Management Analyst 1 (Audit Coordination & Management Controls)

Job Description:

Management Analyst 1 (Audit Coordination & Management Controls)

Work Location: Washington, DC

Kwaan Tech is seeking a highly qualified Management Analyst 1 to join our team in support of the Department of State (DOS) Bureau of Consular Affairs (CA), Office of the Comptroller (C), Oversight and Data Division (ODD). The Management Analyst 1 will play a critical role within the DOS CA/C/ODD working as part of the Audit Coordination and Management Controls team. The ideal candidate will successfully coordinate financial audits, liaise with key stakeholders, oversee risk assessments, and maintain management controls in compliance with the Federal Managers Financial Integrity Act (FMFIA). This position focuses on improving operational efficiency through stakeholder engagement, analysis of performance metrics, and continuous development of procedures and standards to support the Bureau’s financial oversight. This position requires an Active Secret Security Clearance.

The salary range (or hiring range) for this exempt position has been established at: $90,000- $100,000.

The above salary range represents the company’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. In addition, we offer a variety of benefits including company holidays, paid time off, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, as well as 401K with company match. This job will be posted until filled or withdrawn.

Core Duties:

Serve as Management Analyst and expert, coordinating stakeholders from various offices throughout the Bureau for financial audit requests and Government Accountability Office (GAO) engagements that have consular or consular-related elements

Liaison with the Bureau of the Comptroller and Global Financial Services (CGFS) A- 123 and GAO teams, as well as to the Department’s external auditor, on consular-related elements and financial matters

Coordinate the Bureau’s domestic Management Controls process including the Risk Assessment survey, control reviews, and control testing to inform CA’s input into the Department’s annual Statement of Assurance reporting, as required by the Federal Managers Financial Integrity Act (FMFIA)

Schedule and facilitate meetings between stakeholders and with auditors, GAO teams, and/or CGFS

Inform the CA Comptroller, who serves as the Bureau’s Management Controls Coordinator, and the ODD Division Chief on the status of the management controls and any oversight challenges or risks

Maintain SharePoint and Teams sites for Audit Coordination and Management Controls

Maintain up-to-date guidance and Standard Operating Procedures, trackers, and trainings for all programs, and perform administrative tasks as necessary to ensure smooth running of the programs

Analyze performance metrics, to include indicators which can be used to assess performance of programs

Provide basic training to CA stakeholders on audit coordination and management controls

Maintain professional competence and specialized knowledge by keeping abreast of emerging themes and best practices related to financial audits, internal controls, and enterprise risk management

Other duties as required by the team and/or assigned by CA/C leadership

Job Requirements:

Requirements and Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree and at least 2 years of relevant experience

Previous experience in a project or program management role

Excellent verbal and written skills

Must possess a customer service approach, to include but not limited to people-first attitude, problem-solving, and maintaining the highest standards of personal/professional ethics

Proficient in the use of Microsoft applications (e.g., MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel)

Knowledge of and skill in use of various virtual meeting platforms to include Microsoft Teams, Webex, and Zoom with the ability to adapt to using other various remote work tools

Knowledge of and skill in applying analytical and evaluative techniques in order to plan, schedule and conduct studies and analyses of management functions or programs

Desired Qualifications:

Department of State experience (preferred)

Understanding of consular activities (preferred)

Must possess and maintain an Active Secret Security Clearance

Must be a U.S. citizen with a valid U.S. passport

Must have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986

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