GAAP Advisory - Senior Consultant

Overview

This role is with a public sector advisory and accounting practice serving state and local governments and special purpose governments across the United States. Engagements include counties, boroughs, cities, villages, townships, schools, utilities, districts, agencies, and other entities.

The position supports U.S. GAAP compilation and related reporting activities, agreed-upon procedures, and special projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day activities related to U.S. GAAP compilations and reporting, 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 from the client’s operations, processes, and business objectives.
• Build client relationships and communicate effectively to deliver superior client service.
• Supervise and lead staff through counsel, guidance, and coaching; evaluate performance on client engagements.
• Support professional development through participation in training sessions and networking events internally and externally.
• Assist with recruiting activities, including campus recruiting, referring experienced individuals, and participating in an Employee Referral Bonus Program.
• Demonstrate strong teamwork, positive attitude, and high ethical standards.
• Travel is limited but may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.
• Master’s Degree or other advanced degree desired.
• CPA preferred.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience providing attest services in a professional services firm.
• 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, along with initiative, adaptability, and highly developed Microsoft Suite skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range: $78,500 to $126,400.
• Compensation is based on relevant factors including skills, experience, qualifications, professional certifications, work arrangements, geographic location, and other business and organizational needs.
• It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range.

Location

• Work location status: Please discuss with the organization’s talent acquisition professional to understand the requirements for the opportunity you are exploring.