GAAP Advisory - Senior Consultant

Overview

This role is within the Public Sector group, supporting advisory and accounting needs of state and local governments and special purpose governments across the United States. Engagements may include counties, boroughs, cities, villages, townships, schools, utilities, districts, agencies, and other public entities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day activities for U.S. GAAP compilations and reporting, agreed-upon procedures, and special projects.
• Identify accounting, financial statement, and reporting issues using 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 relationships and communicate effectively with clients 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 (internal and external).
• 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 teamwork, a 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, with initiative, adaptability, and highly developed Microsoft Suite skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range: $78,500 to $126,400.
• The actual compensation offered will depend on factors including skills, experience, qualifications, professional certifications, work arrangements, geographic location, and other business and organizational needs.

Location

Work location status should be discussed with the recruiting professional to understand the requirements for the opportunity being explored.