GAAP Advisory - Senior Consultant

Overview

The organization is seeking a GAAP Compilation Senior Consultant to join its Public Sector group. This group supports the advisory and accounting needs of state and local governments as well as special purpose governments across the United States, including counties, boroughs, cities, villages, townships, schools, utilities, districts, agencies, and other entities.

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 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 active participation in internal and external training sessions and networking events.
• Assist with recruiting activities, including campus recruiting, referring experienced individuals, and participating in the Employee Referral Bonus Program.
• Demonstrate excellent team skills, a positive attitude, and high ethical standards.
• Travel is limited but may be required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.
• Master’s Degree or other advanced degree desired.
• 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 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range: $78,500 to $126,400
• Actual compensation will depend on relevant factors including skills, experience, qualifications, professional certifications, work arrangements, geographic location, and other business and organizational needs.
• Compensation decisions are based on the facts and circumstances of each case.
• A compensation and benefits package is available for eligible employees.

Location

Work location status must be discussed with the organization’s talent acquisition professional to understand the requirements for the opportunity.