About this position
About Iberia Advisory
Iberia Advisory LLC is an award-winning Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) that brings industry veterans with a fresh perspective to stay ahead and thrive in an unpredictable world.
About the Role
The FIP/FIAR Consultant – Level 1 will support the U.S. Army’s Financial Improvement and Audit Readiness initiatives, which are focused on strengthening financial reporting, audit response, remediation, and sustainment efforts across Army organizations and service providers.
This role supports targeted mission areas where the Army requires specialized financial expertise, including:
Real Property accountability and reporting - Fort Sam (TX) or Shaw Air Force Base (SC)
Financial management support to the Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army for Defense Exports and Cooperation (DASA DEC) – DC Metro Area
Military Pay (MILPAY) and/or Civilian Pay (CIVPAY) financial operations support – DC Metro Area
You will join a team of consultants dedicated to improving the accuracy, reliability, and auditability of Army financial data while supporting mission-critical operations.
What You'll Do
Support financial reporting, audit response, and remediation activities
Perform reconciliations, data validation, and financial analysis across assigned functional areas
Support Real Property accountability and reporting initiatives (as applicable)
Assist DASA DEC audit remediation and reporting (as applicable)
Support MILPAY and/or CIVPAY financial process remediation, reconciliations, and audit documentation (as applicable)
Analyze large financial datasets and leverage data tools to improve accuracy and timeliness
Coordinate with government stakeholders to ensure deliverables align with Army priorities and audit requirements
Job Requirements
Minimum 4 years of experience in Federal financial management (Army experience strongly preferred)
Direct consulting experience is required
Experience supporting at least one of the following areas:
Real Property financial management
DASA DEC financial operations
Military Pay (MILPAY) and/or Civilian Pay (CIVPAY)
Experience working with general ledgers, financial statements, reconciliations, audit artifacts, or financial systems
Active security clearance required (Interim clearances are not permissible)
Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Business, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Data Science, or related field (or qualifying experience in lieu of degree, as applicable) OR or one of the following active and current certifications issued by appropriate licensing authority: CPA, CIA, CISA, CGFM, CDFM, PMP, SAFe, ITIL.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Experience supporting Army Financial Improvement and Audit Readiness (FIAR) initiatives
Direct experience supporting one of the following:
Real Property accountability/auditability
DASA DEC financial operations and/or auditability
MILPAY and/or CIVPAY financial operations and/or auditability
Proficiency with data tools such as SQL, Python, Databricks, Power Platform, or similar technologies
Strong analytical, organizational, and documentation skills
What Matters Most
Consulting Mindset: Ability to operate in a client-facing environment, manage expectations, and deliver high-quality work products
Functional Expertise: Hands-on experience in Real Property, DASA DEC, MILPAY, or CIVPAY financial environments
Technical Competence: Comfort working with financial systems, reconciliations, and large datasets
Attention to Detail: Commitment to accuracy, audit sustainability, and quality
Collaboration: Team-oriented approach with strong communication skills
What You Can Expect from Us
A collaborative and supportive work environment.
Competitive salary and benefits.
A community of growth-minded colleagues.
Opportunities for professional growth and development, including 1:1 professional coaching.
The chances to be a part of a mission-driven company that is making a real impact.
The pay range for this role is:
60,000 - 72,500 USD per year(Hybrid (Washington, District of Columbia, US))
60,000 - 72,500 USD per year(Fort Sam Houston Joint Base San Antonio)
60,000 - 72,500 USD per year(Shaw Air Force Base, SC)