GAAP Advisory - Senior Consultant

Overview

This role supports U.S. public sector advisory and accounting engagements for state and local governments and special purpose governments across the United States, including counties, boroughs, cities, villages, townships, schools, utilities, districts, agencies, and other entities.

The position involves overseeing U.S. GAAP compilation and reporting activities, agreed-upon procedures, and special projects within a Public Sector group.

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 strong 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, referring experienced individuals, and participating in the firm’s Employee Referral Bonus Program.
• Demonstrate excellent team skills, 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.
• 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)
  • 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 strong Microsoft Suite skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range: $78,500 to $126,400.
• Actual compensation will depend on 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.

Location

Work location status will be discussed with the employer’s talent acquisition professional to understand the requirements for the opportunity being explored.