Financial Analyst (Risk Management & Internal Controls)

White Pine Innovations is part of the Seneca Nation Group (SNG) portfolio of companies. SNG is Seneca Holdings’ federal government contracting business that meets mission-critical needs of federal civilian, defense, and intelligence community customers. Our portfolio comprises multiple subsidiaries that participate in the Small Business Administration 8(a) program. To learn more about SNG, visit the website and follow us on LinkedIn.

Our team of talented individuals is what makes us successful. To support our team, we provide a balanced mix of benefits and programs. Your total rewards package includes competitive pay, benefits, and perks, flexible work-life balance, professional development opportunities, and performance and recognition programs. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability, voluntary benefit programs (critical illness, hospital, and accident), health savings and flexible spending accounts, and retirement 401K plan. One of our fundamental principles is to offer competitive health and welfare benefits to our team members, providing coverage and care for you and your family. Full-time employees working at least 30 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefits and paid leave programs.  We pride ourselves on our collaborative work environment and culture, which embraces our mission of providing financial and non-financial benefits back to the members of the Seneca Nation.

White Pine Innovations is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Financial Analyst to join our dynamic team, with a specific focus on Audit and Risk Management Internal Control (RMIC) support. This role plays a crucial part in ensuring the integrity of our financial processes and controls, as well as facilitating successful audits and risk management efforts.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Collaborate within the Accounting Branch in a supporting role to help monitor the status of audit responses, address auditor inquiries, and furnish the required documentation. 
• Assist in the implementation of audit recommendations and improvements to internal controls. 
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of robust internal controls and risk management practices. 
• Monitor and evaluate financial processes and controls to identify areas for improvement and risk mitigation. 
• Support the RMIC team in conducting risk assessments and developing mitigation strategies. 
• Identify opportunities for process improvements related to financial controls, reporting, and audit readiness. 
• Work with stakeholders to implement enhancements and streamline financial processes. 
• Prepare and present periodic reports to management regarding audit findings and RMIC initiatives.

Basic Qualifications:

• Due to the nature of the contract, US. citizenship is required.
• Active Public Trust clearance.
• BS or BA in a relevant field such as finance or accounting.  Five years of experience in lieu of a degree could be considered. 
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles, internal controls, and auditing standards. 
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently and in a team. 
• Experience prioritizing tasks, working on multiple assignments, and managing ambiguity. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities for effective collaboration with cross-functional teams. 
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work independently in a fast-paced environment. 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, as well as Internet research tools.

Desired Skills:

• CPA or relevant professional certification.
• Experience with DoD Audit readiness/response procedures and DoD’s Risk Management and Internal Controls (RMIC) Program. 
• 1-3+ years of experience in Audit readiness, to include Financial Improvement Audit Readiness (FIAR), and OMB Circular A-123. 
• 1-3+ years of experience performing process improvement, gap analysis, SOP development, or Policy development. 
• 1-3+ years of experience performing financial statement audits and/or auditability assessments. 
• Familiarity with U.S. government General Ledger 
• “Big 4” experience.