Public Sector GAAP Senior Consultant

Baker Tilly US; New Mexico; On-site; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Tilly is seeking a GAAP Compilation Senior Consultant for the Public Sector team to support governments across the United States. You will oversee GAAP compilations and related reporting, collaborating with clients to ensure accurate financial statements.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Accounting, CPA preferred, and at least five years of attest experience in a professional services firm. Travel is limited.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting; Master’s or advanced degree is a plus.
• CPA preferred.
• Minimum five (5) years of attest services experience in a professional services firm.
• Knowledge of GAAP, GAAS, and PCAOB Auditing Standards.
• Strong communication, public speaking, client service, and relationship-building skills with initiative and adaptability.

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 upon knowledge gained relative to the client’s operations, processes, and business objectives.
• Proactively build relationships and communicate effectively with the client to provide superior client service.
• Supervise and lead the staff through counsel, guidance and coaching. Evaluate performance on client engagements.
• Invest in professional development through active participation in training sessions and networking events both internally and externally.
• Assist with recruiting activities to include campus recruiting along with referring experienced individuals to the firm and participating in the firm's Employee Referral Bonus Program.
• Demonstrate excellent team skills, positive attitude and high ethical standards.
• Travel is limited but may be required

Skills

Communication

Public Speaking

Client Service

Relationship Building

Problem Solving

Initiative

Adaptability

Microsoft Suite

Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

CPA preferred

Master’s Degree or other advanced degree desired

Tools

Excel

MS Office

Job description

Baker Tilly is seeking a GAAP Compilation Senior Consultant for the Public Sector team to support governments across the United States. You will oversee GAAP compilations and related reporting, collaborating with clients to ensure accurate financial statements.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Accounting, CPA preferred, and at least five years of attest experience in a professional services firm. Travel is limited.