Consultant - GAAP Advisory - Fiscal Operations Advisory

Overview

This role supports the Public Sector Advisory group serving state and local governments and special purpose governments across the United States, including counties, boroughs, cities, villages, townships, schools, utilities, districts, agencies, and other entities.

Responsibilities

• Process client data for inclusion in GAAP financial statements, agreed upon procedures, and special projects.
• Identify accounting, financial statement, and reporting issues based on professional guidelines, including U.S. GAAP.
• Provide recommendations for business and process improvements based on knowledge gained relative to the client’s operations, processes, and business objectives.
• Build client relationships and communicate effectively to provide superior client service.
• Participate in professional development through training sessions and networking events both internally and externally.
• Assist with recruiting activities, including campus recruiting; refer experienced individuals to the firm and participate in the firm’s Employee Referral Bonus Program.
• Demonstrate excellent team skills, positive attitude, and high ethical standards.
• Assist with compilation of Schedule of Federal Expenditures for clients.
• Travel is limited but may be required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.
• Master’s Degree or other advanced degrees desired.
• CPA eligible preferred.
• Experience providing attest services in a professional services firm preferred.
• Knowledge of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), U.S. Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), and Public Company Oversight Board (PCAOB) Auditing Standards.
• Demonstrated skills in communication, public speaking, client service, relationship building, personal development, collaboration, and problem solving.
• Initiative, adaptability, and highly developed Microsoft Suite skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay rate range: $62,000 to $90,840.
• Actual compensation is influenced by factors including skills, prior experience, qualifications, degrees, professional certifications, work arrangements, and geographic location.
• A comprehensive compensation and benefits package is offered to eligible employees.

Location

Work location status requirements are to be discussed with the organization’s talent acquisition professional for the opportunity being explored.