Consultant - GAAP Advisory - Fiscal Operations Advisory

Overview

The organization is seeking a GAAP Compilation Consultant to join its Public Sector Advisory group, serving the advisory and accounting needs of state and local governments as well as special purpose governments across the United States. This includes 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.
• Proactively build relationships and communicate effectively with clients to provide superior client service.
• Support professional development through active participation in training sessions and networking events internally and externally.
• Assist with recruiting activities, including campus recruiting, referring experienced individuals, and participating in the firm’s Employee Referral Bonus Program.
• Demonstrate strong teamwork, positive attitude, and high ethical standards.
• Assist with compilation of Schedule of Federal Expenditures for clients.
• Travel is limited but may be required.

Qualifications

• 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 is 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 relevant 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

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