GAAP Advisory - Senior Consultant

Overview

This position supports the Public Sector group serving the advisory and accounting needs of state and local governments as well as special purpose governments across the United States. Work may involve counties, boroughs, cities, villages, townships, schools, utilities, districts, agencies, and other entities.

The role focuses on U.S. GAAP compilations and reporting, agreed-upon procedures, and related special projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day activities of 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 relative to the client’s operations, processes, and business objectives.
• Build relationships and communicate effectively with clients to provide superior 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 both internally and externally.
• Assist with recruiting activities, including campus recruiting, referring experienced individuals to the firm, 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.

Requirements

• 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.
• Initiative, adaptability, and highly developed Microsoft Suite skills.

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 needs.

Location

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