• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align financial strategies with program objectives and mission requirements

Significance is a woman-owned consulting firm serving the federal government. We are known for building trusted relationships within our teams and with our clients and hiring the highest-level experts who implement innovative solutions. We also like to have fun! Our focus on culture has contributed to Significance being named a Washington Business Journal Best Place to Work each of the last seven years.

Significance, Inc is seeking a Principal for an anticipated federal program. Responsibilities include

• Provide strategic oversight of accounting, audit, and financial management operations for DoD-supported programs.
• Ensure compliance with DoD financial management regulations, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Oversee the preparation, review, and analysis of budgets, forecasts, cost estimates, and financial reports to inform decision-making and maintain fiscal accountability.
• Lead internal audit processes and coordinate with external auditors to ensure transparency, compliance, and corrective action on findings.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on fiscal law, appropriations, and DoD financial systems, advising program managers and senior leadership on financial risks and opportunities.
• Implement internal controls, risk management practices, and process improvements to enhance financial stewardship.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align financial strategies with program objectives and mission requirements

Required Skills

• Previous experience directly supporting Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) highly preferred
• Minimum 10+ years of progressive accounting and audit experience, preferably with direct DoD program exposure.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) credential
• Demonstrated knowledge of DoD financial management systems, regulations, and reporting requirements.
• Strong background in audit readiness, audit remediation, and compliance.
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems used in federal financial management (e.g., GFEBS, DEAMS).

Desired Skills

• DoD experience desired
• CPA preferred