Internal Controls Senior Consultant

Castro & Company has an immediate opening for an Internal Controls Senior to help enhance and maintain a strong control environment across financial and operational functions. This full-time, hybrid role will be part of a team responsible for the execution and effectiveness of internal controls, supporting risk management efforts, and driving ongoing improvements to control design and monitoring. The position partners closely with government stakeholders across Finance, Operations, IT, and Compliance to ensure controls are practical, scalable, and aligned with business objectives.

The ideal candidate brings 4+ years experience in audit and controls, with the ability to assess risk and translate findings into actionable solutions. A background in federal accounting or consulting, particularly within a Big 4 environment, is highly desired.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform the ongoing evaluation of internal controls across financial and operational processes
• Conduct internal audits, risk assessments, and walkthroughs to identify deficiencies and recommend corrective actions
• Support assurance and revenue recognition processes, ensuring compliance with applicable accounting guidance, The Green Book
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (Finance, Operations, IT, and Compliance) to assess risk and strengthen control frameworks
• Monitor remediation plans and follow up to ensure timely and effective resolution of identified issues
• Participate in compliance efforts, including control documentation, testing, reporting of findings and observations, and monitoring of finding remediation
• Identify trends, recurring gaps, and improvement opportunities to enhance the overall control environment
• Develop internal control documentation, management reporting, and dashboards to support transparency and decision‑making
• Act as a key resource for control‑related inquiries and audit support activities

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline
• CPA, CIA, or CGFM preferred
• 4+ years of experience in internal audit, internal controls, compliance, or risk management
• Background in Big 4 public accounting or consulting strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of Green Book requirements, COSO frameworks, and internal control methodologies
• Proven experience performing audits, risk assessments, and control testing
• Solid understanding of both financial and federal operational business processes
• Strong analytical skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to balance multiple initiatives in a deadline‑driven environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across departments
• Security Clearance: Must be able to pass a basic government suitability check (US Citizenship required)

What’s In It For You

At Castro & Company, you’ll join a firm that values collaboration, integrity, and professional excellence. You’ll have the opportunity to contribute to high-impact federal financial engagements, work alongside experienced professionals, and continue to grow your expertise in federal financial management and reporting.

Castro & Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other classification protected by law.