Horne LLP
Associate INFRASTRUCTURE - Government Services (Information Technology)
HORNE is an industry leader in Accounting and Business Advisory Services. Our more than 2,000 team members serve clients from 18 offices and more than 50 project locations across the U.S., Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. INSIDE Public Accounting ranked HORNE the fastest-growing firm in the U.S. for 2021 based on organic growth. Our Government Services practice is at the forefront of disaster recovery efforts nationwide with one of the most experienced and innovative teams anywhere. Our team provides compliance, grant management and disaster recovery solutions needed to help government agencies affect positive change.
HORNE seeks experienced professionals to work within the Government Services practice group
supporting post-disaster recovery efforts. Successful applicants should have a minimum of 3 years of
experience in architecture, engineering, management, public administration, government, policy,
compliance, or related field. Associate will work closely with senior staff and subject matter experts to
develop applicable program documents and reports and participate in client meetings.
Key Functions,
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these
essential functions.
Collaborate in the definition of project scopes and objectives.
Collaborate in the preparation of project plans, including workflows, detailed schedules,
procedures, and any other tools necessary in the development and implementation of day-to-day
project tasks.
Collaborate on the preparation of project budgets based on scopes of work and resources
required.
Assist in the tracking of project costs to meet established budgets.
Assist in the management of contracts and agreements.
Prepare initial draft of program-related documentation.
Perform research and analysis pertinent project/program development.
Anticipate and adjust project plans for the efficient execution of project tasks.
Provide recommendations to senior staff to develop clear, straightforward plans that lead the
project teams in the completion of project tasks.
Coordinate the flow of information from the subrecipient, to the team and/or to the client
regarding the project.
Coordinate with support areas in the benefit of project execution.
Ensure that project reporting tasks are completed and properly updated. Prepare comprehensive
project status reports, as needed.
Manage and file program documentation. Maintain program documentation as per the required
document management guidelines.
Provide project updates on a consistent basis to managers about strategy, adjustments, and
progress.
Analyze program metrics and adjust program procedures accordingly to ensure timely completion
of program tasks within the defined timeframes. Identify and evaluate potential risks to the
project(s).
Provide recommendations to senior staff to measure project performance to identify areas for
improvement.
Aid in the preparation and conducting program presentations and materials for the benefit of the
client and the program stakeholders, this position will involve advanced use of Word and
PowerPoint and will require strong written communication skills.
Spell out, implement, and enforce rules and standards of the regulatory agencies to the working
team.
Interact with clients and/or program beneficiaries as necessary for project/program
implementation.
Ensure that the procedures, rules, regulations, and promulgated laws governing project
management are well adhered to.
Update information on the project management development, tools, regulations, and client
requests.
Aid in the management of program managers
Manage tasks to achieve the purpose of the work in a changing circumstance and fixed
circumstance, and in a responsive circumstance using leadership and management expertise.
Suggest strategies of achieving the project goals to the senior manager, director, and client.
Utilize industry best practices, techniques, and standards throughout entire project execution.
Assist with developing tools, procedures, and mechanisms to ensure meeting program specified
goals and performance measures.
Other duties as assigned.
Core Competencies
Collaboration
Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
Team player with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in MS Office Applications such as Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Excel, as well as
Adobe Acrobat.
Previous experience in housing, community development, mitigation, natural disaster recovery,
or similar projects, preferred.
Knowledge of Federal mitigation and/or disaster recovery programs and policies (CDBG, CDBGDR, Cross-Cutting Federal Requirements etc.) and changing requirements, preferred.
Self-starter dedicated to providing quality work in timely manner.
Work environment
Office environment / HORNE Offices
Physical demands
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Travel required
10% to 25%
Required education and experience
Bachelor's degree in in Engineering, Architecture or Project Management.
Three (3) years of relevant experience
Involvement in in strategic and competitive project development.
Fully Bilingual: Spanish and English, advanced proficiency level.
Basic knowledge of MS Office Applications (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel)
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Preferred education and experience
Background in electrical engineering preferred.
Experience in managing FEMA Public Assistance projects, preferred.
EIT/AIT and/or professional certification valid in Puerto Rico, is preferred.
Knowledge in project management software tools, methodologies, and best practices, is
preferred.
Knowledge in Visio & Smartsheet, is preferred.
HORNE Values…
HORNE Offers…
The firm you'll be joining is a decidedly different CPA-led business advisory firm. HORNE goes beyond traditional accounting to collaborate, advise, and align with clients to transform rapid change and uncertainties into opportunities for growth and profitability.
We are a team that focuses on reaching our full potential, rewards high performance, and prioritizes leadership development for every team member. HORNE emphasizes health and personal development through our multiple wellness programs, and we pride ourselves on offering "unrivaled flexibility". Despite our size, HORNE takes time to recognize, support, and celebrate one another's successes, working together for the highest good. Come join us at team HORNE!
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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