GAAP Advisory - Senior Consultant

Overview

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

The position involves overseeing U.S. GAAP compilation and related reporting activities, with responsibilities that include identifying accounting and reporting issues, providing recommendations for process and business improvements, and leading staff on client engagements.

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 high-quality client service.
• Supervise and lead staff through counsel, guidance, and coaching; evaluate performance on client engagements.
• Support professional development through active participation in training sessions and networking events (internal and external).
• Assist with recruiting activities, including campus recruiting, referring experienced individuals, and participating in the firm’s employee referral bonus program.
• Demonstrate strong 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 five (5) 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 Accounting 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: $74,600 to $120,070.
• 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

This position supports public sector engagements across the United States. Please discuss work location status with the organization’s talent acquisition professional to understand the requirements for an opportunity being explored.