GAAP Advisory - Senior Consultant

Overview

This role supports U.S. GAAP compilation and reporting services for public sector clients, including state and local governments and special purpose governments across the United States. Work may include engagements for counties, boroughs, cities, villages, townships, schools, utilities, districts, agencies, and other public entities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee 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.
• Recommend business and process improvements based on knowledge gained about 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.
• Participate in training sessions and networking events internally and externally to support professional development.
• Assist with recruiting activities, including campus recruiting; refer experienced individuals; participate in an employee referral bonus program.
• Demonstrate strong teamwork, a positive attitude, and high ethical standards.
• Perform limited travel as 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.
• Compensation will depend on relevant factors including skills, experience, qualifications, professional certifications, work arrangements, geographic location, and other business and organizational needs.
• It is not typical to be hired at or near the top of the range.
• A compensation and benefits package is offered to eligible employees.

Location

Public sector clients across the United States. Please discuss the work location status with your talent acquisition professional to understand the requirements for the opportunity you are exploring.