Audit Supervisor – Supervisory Senior

Company Overview: 

For more than 40 years, Williams Adley has provided expert accounting, auditing, and consulting services to a growing number of federal, state, and local government agencies. Our dedication to operating with the highest levels of honesty, integrity, and transparency means we frequently go beyond the typical “vendor/client” relationship, becoming trusted advisors to our clients. 

Williams Adley offers its employees a unique experience that fosters growth, career direction, and mentorship. As a member of our team, you will have a dynamic experience and work with great people. We offer a merit-based opportunity for all individuals that rewards aptitude, hard work, and determination. Join our team and thrive in an environment where your contributions are valued and recognized. 

For more information on how Williams Adley can take your career to the next level, please review our openings below or contact a member of our recruitment team. 

The Opportunity:

The Supervisor is responsible for the supervision and oversight of audit planning, fieldwork, preparation of reports, and communication of findings and recommendations to the engagement team’s management. Responsible for the project staff on-site, the Supervisor provides technical guidance on work assignments and independently performs significant segments of the engagement while being responsible for the team’s daily supervision.  The Supervisor acts as a liaison between project staff and the project manager while performing assigned tasks related to the engagement.  

The following are representative, but not all-inclusive, of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to lead in this role:

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for facilitating the detailed test work and overseeing the documentation of results in audit work papers
• Provides guidance and trains team members
• Review work papers, financial statements, and reports for accuracy, completeness, compliance, and detail
• Tracks the progress of the engagement, including the budget, and helps resolve accounting, auditing, and reporting problems as needed
• Creates the work plan and timeline for all project deliverables and performs critical test procedures
• Demonstrates project management skills and inspires teamwork
• Assists in proposal writing and other business development efforts

You Have: 

• A Bachelors Degree in Accounting from an accredited university
• 5 or more years of relevant professional experience as an accountant or consultant for a public accounting firm or a professional services firm
• Familiarity with GAO Financial Audit Manual (FAM)
• Intermediate level understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and familiarity with AICPA, GAO, and FASAB standards and guidance
• Able to perform financial, program, grant, and compliance audits
• Able to draft financial and program audit reports
• Demonstrated leadership or supervisory skills
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task and work under tight deadlines

Nice If You Have: 

• A master’s degree in accounting from an accredited university
• A CPA (Certified Public Accountant) license
• Effective communication is critical in explaining audit findings.
• Problem-solving abilities that will help you analyze problems, evaluate alternative solutions, and make sound recommendations to address issues and improve reporting accuracy.
• High ethical standards and professionalism; Our positions require us to uphold integrity, maintain confidentiality, and approach our work impartially and objectively.

Ideal Candidate Information:

The ideal candidate for this Supervisor role is a Senior II or current Supervisor with an active CPA who is ready for the next step toward Manager. They are motivated by leadership investment, someone who wants to be developed, mentored, and stretched, not just staffed. This person genuinely enjoys learning from skilled practice leaders and sees every engagement as an opportunity to sharpen their technical and leadership skills.

They bring a strong passion for auditing within the federal government sector and are energized by the complexity, structure, and mission-driven nature of that work. This candidate is an independent thinker who takes ownership of their engagements, works well with minimal oversight, and is comfortable navigating ambiguity. They don't shy away from a challenge; they seek it out, viewing difficult problems and high-stakes engagements as the fastest path to growth.

Clearance: 
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; a minimum of a project-specific or Secret security clearance is required within the first year of your employment.

Thrive in Your Career:

A Place Where You Belong - Diversity is at the core of our team’s excellence. Williams Adley’s culture of integrity, teamwork, excellence, and diversity means you can bring your whole self to work here. We value not just the diversity of thought but the diversity of our experiences.  With an array of business resources and other opportunities for connection, you’ll build your community in no time.

Grow With Us - Your growth matters to us—that’s why we offer a variety of ways for you to develop your career. With professional and leadership development opportunities to include in-house training, paid training and certificate assistance programs, tuition reimbursement, mentoring, professional membership/subscription dues, and professional development opportunities, you can chart a unique and fulfilling career path on your own terms.

Travel with Us - We consider ourselves fortunate to have the privilege of serving federal clients both domestically and internationally. Going above and beyond in our work occasionally involves the possibility of traveling to meet clients wherever they are located. We take great pride in supporting our workforce and the remarkable opportunities that associates at all levels may have the chance to experience when selected for diverse global travels. These opportunities provide valuable professional growth and development.

Give Back to Your Community - Williams Adley believes in giving our time, treasures, and talents back to our community to be a place for all people to thrive. Our Community Service Program, the Williams Adley Foundation, works with our employees to find essential causes and put our firm's full support behind them.

Support Your Well-Being - Our comprehensive benefits package supports your overall wellness by providing access to licensed counselors through our Employee/Life Assistance Program, financial counseling with licensed advisors, paid holidays, generous Paid Time Off (PTO), and more. With these benefits, plus the option for flexible schedules and remote and hybrid locations, we’ll support you as you pursue a balanced, fulfilling life—at work and at home.
 

Your Candidate Journey:

At Williams Adley, we know our people are our strengths and we value relationships most of all. To assist in your candidate journey, Candidates who are selected for resume review will meet with our Talent Acquisition team to review basic position details and answer any questions about the position, the firm, or the requirements.

Successful Candidates will be invited to participate in our interview process, including but not limited to video or in-person, panel interviews, one-on-one interviews, lunch interviews, partner interviews, a behavioral assessment, and completing the formal application.

Candidates applying to our Supervisor role will be reviewed continuously until all of our Supervisory positions are filled. Qualified candidates may be considered for another role for the firm after an initial discussion about the position. 

We understand the uncertainty of the job search and do our best to notify candidates who have interviewed our decisions within two weeks of the interview. If, at any point in the interview process, if you would like to receive an update, you may contact us at [email protected].  Once a candidate has accepted our offer(s), all applicants will be notified that the position has been filled.

Compensation Benefits

At Williams Adley, we celebrate your contributions by providing you with opportunities and choices to support you and your family’s total well-being. Our health insurance offerings include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, as well as firm-paid Basic Life/AD&D and disability insurance. Our employees can also enroll in Voluntary Legal, Accident, and Supplemental Life/AD&D insurance for themselves and their dependents. We also provide employees with competitive 401k matching, generous paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and certificate assistance.

Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and for demonstrating our values. All full-time employees are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Individuals who do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits.
 

Salary

Salary at Williams Adley is determined by various factors, including but not limited to the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, contract-specific affordability, and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is between $90,000 and $130,000 (annualized USD) based on experience, skills, and certifications. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Williams Adley’s total compensation package for employees.

Work Model
Our team-oriented culture prioritizes the benefits and needs of our people and their values. We embrace our Remote-First environment, which is focused on excellence, integrity, flexibility, and collaboration, whether that happens in-person or remotely.  This position is Hybrid/Onsite. Employees on this project will be required to report to McLean, VA and/or Washington DC 3 days per week.   

Additional Information:

• FLSA Class: Exempt
• Status: Full Time – Regular
• Proposed Salary Range: $90,000 - $130,000 annually
• Work-Site: Hybrid - McLean,VA
• Travel: Travel may be required for this role.
• Work Week:  Monday – Friday, 8 hours a day; some evening and weekend hours may be required to fulfill client expectations and deliverables.  
• Reports To: Manager/Director/Partner
• Authorization: US Citizenship is required
• Clearance: Must be able to obtain a Secret security clearance
• Consideration: Only candidates who meet the minimum position requirements will be considered and/or contacted to complete the next steps.

Williams Adley is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.