Accountant (CPA) III- OCOO‐HB669Audit

OVERVIEW OF ATHENA:

ATHENA Consulting is an award-winning staffing firm serving state and local governments. Our mission is to make lives better! We make our Clients’ Lives Easier by engaging and supporting our clients and partnering with them to be the most knowledgeable staffing partner. We make our Employees’ Lives Better by identifying and cultivating their talents and matching these talents with our customers’ needs. ATHENA places a high value on customer service, accountability and getting the job done.

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Accountant III – $25h/r

POSITION SUMMARY:

Are you a proactive problem-solver with a keen eye for identifying potential risks? We’re seeking a detail-oriented and analytical individual to join our team as an Accountant- Risk Management & Compliance Specialist. This full-time position pays $25.00 per hour and is a HYBRID on-site role working at Rockville, MD 20852.

In this role, you’ll play a pivotal part in shaping risk management strategies, ensuring compliance, and improving internal processes. If you have a passion for maintaining regulatory standards and streamlining operations, we want to hear from you!

Why Join Us?

· PTO to support work-life balance.

· 40 hours work week, no “on-call”.

· Hybrid schedule, minimum 3 days a week in office.

· Full Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance to take care of your health.

· Opportunities for professional development and training.

· A chance to work in a dynamic, collaborative team environment that values innovation and integrity.

· Holidays:

o New Year’s Day 1 January Martin Luther King’s Birthday Third Monday in January President’s Day Third Monday in February Memorial Day Last Monday in May Juneteenth 19 June Independence Day 4 July Labor Day First Monday in September Columbus Day Second Monday in October Veterans Day 11 November Thanksgiving Day 4th Thursday in November Christmas Day 25 December

If you're ready to take your compliance and risk management skills to the next level, we want you on our team.  Apply today to be part of a forward-thinking organization, starting in February!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· Develop & Implement Risk Management Strategies: Create and execute comprehensive risk management plans to minimize potential risks across the organization.

· Revise Procedures & Reports: Review and refine procedures and reports periodically to identify hidden risks, non-conformities, or areas for improvement.

· Policy Drafting & Modification: Draft, update, and implement company policies to ensure they align with regulatory requirements and best practices.

· Compliance Oversight: Identify and address compliance issues, keeping policies and regulations in check for smooth operations.

· Audit Management: Compile and review all HB669 grant audit documents, ensuring processes and procedures are up-to-date and in full compliance.

· Grant Audit Experience: Demonstrated expertise in grant audit processes is essential for success in this role.

· Grant Audit Experience: Previous experience with grant audits, particularly within the health and human services sector, is required.

· Compliance & Audit Experience: You should have hands-on experience with regulatory compliance and audits.

· Risk Assessment: You must have experience creating or reviewing risk assessment files and frameworks.

· Previous experience in Health and Human Services (preferred, but we can train if you have sufficient years of experience in compliance and audits).

· Ability to develop strategies to mitigate risks and ensure organizational compliance.

· Collaborative & Communicative: Strong team player who communicates openly and effectively with all team members.

· Self-Motivated & Accountable: Takes ownership of your work, proactively managing your time and tasks.

· Time Management: You’ll be able to manage multiple tasks with ease and hit deadlines on time.

· Solution-Oriented: If you hit a roadblock, you ask for help and work together to solve it—don’t leave things unresolved.

Education and Experience:

· Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Risk Management, or a related field.

· Certification in Risk Management, Compliance, or Audit (e.g., CRCM, CISA, or similar) is a plus but not required.

Physical Requirements:

· Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

· Must be able to lift and move up to 25 pounds at times.

· Standard hours of work Monday through Friday, between 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.

Successful ATHENA employees will display the following characteristics:

· You strive to be the best in your field currently and in the future.

· You like to make your employer look good.

· You find solutions, where others only see problems.

· You are proactive, you make and meet commitments, and you perform your duties exceedingly well.

· You are aware of the employer’s needs at all times and are well-versed in what you personally and ATHENA can offer them as a whole.

· You have the ability to work with diverse, integrated, deliverable-driven teams to accomplish the larger mission.

The statements in this Job Posting are intended to describe the general nature and minimum level of work required. The content should not be construed as a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required to meet the criteria for this position. Upon request, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Application for employment is not intended to and does not create a contract or offer of employment and if hired, employment with the company is on an at-will basis and could be terminated at the will of either party.

ATHENA Consulting LLC does not discriminate in hiring based on federally protected classifications to include but not limited to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status or other characteristics protected by law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.