Federal Government Auditor

Job Description

Entry Level Auditor – Denver, CO | Defense Contract Audit Agency

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Defense Contract Audit Agency, located exclusively in Denver, CO. The Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) is a federal agency whose auditors provide a unique service to the country by ensuring the financial integrity of defense contracts. This entry-level role offers a critical opportunity to contribute to national security. Auditors at DCAA make a tangible difference in the lives of Americans by safeguarding taxpayer dollars and ensuring the government receives the best value for its defense expenditures. DCAA is recognized as a top 25% “Best Places to Work in the Federal Government,” reflecting a commitment to a supportive and impactful professional environment.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Location: In-person, Denver, CO
• Pay: $56000–$83000 yearly
• Mission: Ensure taxpayers receive the best value for dollars spent protecting the Nation by auditing government contracts.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Contract Auditing: Plan, perform, and report on contract audit assignments undertaken in connection with procurement and contracting activities between the Federal Government and its contractors.
• Data Examination: Prepare detailed working papers and analyze diverse contractor data, leveraging automation tools to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Cost Verification: Execute assigned audit steps, specifically focusing on tests and examinations of a contractor’s direct labor and material costs.
• Record Integrity: Meticulously check reports, records, ledgers, and other financial documents against source documents like invoices, receipts, and payroll slips to verify transaction appropriateness and proper recording.
• Team Collaboration: Actively participate with other team members, providing timely updates on the status of audit assignments, sharing vital information, and assisting in identifying necessary revisions to team goals.

The Must-Haves
• Background: A bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Accounting is required. Alternatively, a related degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or Public Administration is acceptable, provided it includes a minimum of 24 semester hours of accounting credits (which may incorporate up to 6 hours in business law). Candidates must maintain a GPA of 2.95 or above. Furthermore, applicants must be U.S. citizens and willing to commit to working exclusively in Denver, CO.
• Experience: Entry-level, requiring no professional or prior auditing experience.
• Skills: Application of accounting principles for contract audit assignments; Financial data verification and analysis; Proficiency in record-keeping and documentation.
• Bonus: No certifications required, including a CPA license, with DCAA offering financial support for future job-related education and certifications.