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Contract Auditor

Work Schedule: Full Time
Salary: $58,206 – $107,854*
Location: Washington, DC metropolitan area


The CIA’s Office of Corporate Businesses/Finance has openings for Auditors to conduct contract audits in support of the CIA’s Acquisition Community. We are looking for experienced, motivated individuals with a passion for auditing who are seeking a unique opportunity to serve their country working in a diverse, dynamic, and challenging environment.


Minimum requirements include a BS/BA in Accounting, or a BS/BA in Finance or other business discipline with at least 24 credit hours of accounting coursework. Applicants must have excellent interpersonal skills, strong written and oral communications skills, and a focus on customer service. Knowledge of Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards, the Federal Acquisition Regulation, and Cost Accounting Standards is required, as is a minimum of two years direct experience in federal government contract auditing (e.g., service with the Defense Contract Audit Agency). Applicants with advanced degrees or who possess professional certifications such as Certified Public Accountants are especially encouraged to apply. Opportunities for travel are available.

Candidates will be evaluated on their ability to: 1) understand and assess complex contract audit issues; 2) analyze data and make audit recommendations; 3) work productively, with minimal supervision, either independently or in a team environment; and 4) demonstrate knowledge of accounting and auditing concepts, principles, and techniques.

*Salary – Based on qualifications and experience. CIA offers a comprehensive employee benefits program. Positions are in the Washington, DC metropolitan area.

All applicants must successfully complete a thorough medical and psychological exam, a polygraph interview and an extensive background investigation. US citizenship is required.

To be considered suitable for Agency employment, applicants must generally not have used illegal drugs within the last twelve months. The issue of illegal drug use prior to twelve months ago is carefully evaluated during the medical and security processing.

Important Notice: Friends, family, individuals, or organizations may be interested to learn that you are an applicant for or an employee of the CIA. Their interest, however, may not be benign or in your best interest. You cannot control whom they would tell. We therefore ask you to exercise discretion and good judgment in disclosing your interest in a position with the Agency. You will receive further guidance on this topic as you proceed through your CIA employment processing.

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Multiple submissions are unnecessary and will slow the processing of your resume. Of course, if you made an error in your submission or need to update your resume, you may submit another resume. The second resume will overwrite the first.

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Posted: Aug 27, 2008 02:33 PM
Last Updated: Aug 27, 2008 03:21 PM
Last Reviewed: Aug 27, 2008 02:33 PM