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Job Description Job Description Financial Compliance & Internal Controls Lead (CPA Required) Location: Little Rock, AR (Hybrid – Onsite presence required) Program: Arkansas Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) Employment Type: Full-time, multi-year engagement We are seeking a highly experienced Certified Public Accountant (CPA) to serve as the Financial Compliance & Internal Controls Lead for the State of Arkansas’ Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP). This role will be central to establishing, implementing, and maintaining the financial oversight, subrecipient monitoring, internal controls, and audit readiness functions of this new statewide federal pass-through grant program. This position is ideal for a seasoned federal grants professional who thrives in environments where financial rigor, risk mitigation, and compliance excellence are essential. The successful candidate will join a team that has led major federal grant oversight programs at FEMA, DHS, HHS, and state agencies nationwide. JOB DESCRIPTION Financial Compliance & Internal Controls Lead (CPA) Overview The Financial Compliance & Internal Controls Lead will serve as the principal expert on financial integrity, internal controls, fiscal monitoring, and audit preparedness for Arkansas’ RHTP. The role includes designing and implementing a risk-based financial monitoring framework, reviewing subrecipient budgets and expenditures, ensuring compliance with 2 CFR 200 , developing corrective action plans, and supporting the State in meeting CMS and federal expectations for accountability and transparency. This position will work closely with Net.America’s Internal Controls SMEs, Grants Operations team, and Arkansas-based leadership, as well as directly with State counterparts, rural hospitals, clinics, EMS providers, behavioral health agencies, and other subrecipients. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Internal Controls & Compliance Framework Development Design and implement a comprehensive risk-based internal controls framework , aligned to COSO , OMB A-123 , and 2 CFR 200 requirements. Develop written policies, SOPs, checklists, and job aids to guide consistent and compliant fiscal practices for Arkansas subrecipients. Support financial systems configuration decisions to ensure alignment with internal controls and audit readiness best practices. 2. Subrecipient Financial Monitoring Conduct pre-award financial risk assessments of all subgrantees, including reviews of fiscal capacity, past audit findings, and financial management systems. Perform ongoing monitoring , including desk reviews, reimbursement reviews, and site visit evaluations. Review subrecipient financial reports to ensure allowability, allocability, reasonableness, and proper documentation of costs. Document and track financial risks, deficiencies, and compliance trends using standard tools and dashboards. 3. Audit & Corrective Action Management Lead preparation for federal, CMS, Single Audit, and State audit reviews. Develop Corrective Action Plans (CAPs) to address fiscal deficiencies and ensure closure of findings. Track corrective actions to completion, ensuring alignment with OIG, GAO, CMS, and State audit expectations. Maintain clear documentation and audit trails that support transparency and accountability. 4. Budget Review & Fiscal Guidance Review subrecipient budgets and budget narratives for federal compliance and alignment with program objectives. Validate that subrecipient expenditures follow approved budgets and comply with allowable cost principles. Provide financial guidance, TA, and training to rural providers with varying levels of administrative capacity. 5. Training, Technical Assistance & Stakeholder Support Develop and deliver training materials, webinars, and “how-to” guides on financial compliance for rural hospitals, clinics, EMS agencies, and community organizations. Provide one-on-one technical assistance to subrecipients to resolve financial and documentation issues. Support statewide engagements, town halls, and workshops to build financial management capacity across rural communities. 6. Reporting & Communication Prepare monthly and quarterly financial compliance dashboards and executive briefings for the State. Elevate high-risk financial concerns early, provide actionable options, and collaborate with program leadership on solutions. Contribute to program performance reporting, annual reviews, and federal reporting obligations. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Active CPA license (in any U.S. state). 10 years of experience in federal grants financial management, audit, internal controls, or subrecipient monitoring. Expertise in 2 CFR 200 (Uniform Guidance) —especially cost principles, internal controls, and audit requirements. Demonstrated experience with OMB A-123 , Single Audit / A-133 , and corrective action planning. Experience analyzing financial systems, testing internal controls, and developing remediation strategies. Strong understanding of federal pass-through grant oversight, preferably in health, public health, Medicaid/CMS contexts, or emergency management (FEMA experience is a major plus). Ability to translate complex federal financial requirements into clear guidance for rural providers. Excellent communication skills, including preparing executive briefings, training materials, and audit-ready documentation. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience with CMS-funded grants, Medicaid programs, HRSA, or other health-related federal funding streams. Experience supporting rural, frontier, or resource-limited providers. Familiarity with grants management systems (e.g., Salesforce, SmartSimple, Power Platform, eCivis). Prior work with state agencies or large federal clients (e.g., FEMA GPD, DHS, HHS, DOJ). Experience conducting or responding to OIG/GAO audits. KEY ATTRIBUTES FOR SUCCESS Highly analytical with strong attention to detail. Skilled in documenting processes and writing actionable policies. Able to train and support non-financial stakeholders with patience and clarity. Strong relationship-building skills with state officials and rural providers. Comfortable in fast-moving, early-stage program environments. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Health, dental, vision, retirement benefits. Professional development support and training. Travel support for onsite visits across Arkansas (as required). Company Description The net.America Corporation located in Upper Marlboro, Maryland is a highly successful woman-owned SBA EDWOSB 8(m) certified firm providing program management, information systems, and multi-channel contact centers to Federal government agencies. In business since 2000, net.America has a proven track record of providing efficient and effective professional services to federal agencies, such as FEMA, NASA, HUD, and TSA. For the past 22 years, net.America has been providing FEMA, TSA, COMMERCE, and HUD with program management support, software development, e-grants support, and Help Desk services. Learn more about net.America at discovernetamerica.com Company Description The net.America Corporation located in Upper Marlboro, Maryland is a highly successful woman-owned SBA EDWOSB 8(m) certified firm providing program management, information systems, and multi-channel contact centers to Federal government agencies. In business since 2000, net.America has a proven track record of providing efficient and effective professional services to federal agencies, such as FEMA, NASA, HUD, and TSA. For the past 22 years, net.America has been providing FEMA, TSA, COMMERCE, and HUD with program management support, software development, e-grants support, and Help Desk services. Learn more about net.America at discovernetamerica.com6b250ea6-cee3-481d-915c-f7283f1b2f1b

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