GAAP Advisory - Senior Consultant

Overview

This role is with the organization’s Public Sector group, serving the advisory and accounting needs of state and local governments and special purpose governments across the United States. Work supports entities including counties, boroughs, cities, villages, townships, schools, utilities, districts, agencies, and other government-related organizations.

This position involves overseeing U.S. GAAP compilation and reporting work, agreed-upon procedures, and special projects.

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 of the client’s operations, processes, and business objectives.
• Build and maintain client relationships; communicate effectively to deliver superior 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 (internally and externally).
• Assist with recruiting activities, including campus recruiting; refer experienced individuals; participate 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 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.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range: $78,500 to $126,400
• This range reflects a good-faith and reasonable estimate of compensation expected at the time of posting. Actual compensation depends on factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, professional certifications, work arrangements, geographic location, and other business and organizational needs.
• Compensation decisions depend on the facts and circumstances of each case.
• A compensation and benefits package is provided to eligible employees.

Location

This position supports clients across the United States. Work location status and requirements should be discussed with the organization’s talent acquisition professional for the opportunity being explored.