Senior Assurance Consultant - Public Housing (ESOP)

BDO USA, Llp; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO USA is seeking a Senior Consultant, Public Housing Authority to oversee full cycle general accounting for affordable housing clients. You will perform accounting, light consulting, and ensure compliance with HUD programs while guiding engagements.

The role emphasizes client interaction, proposal support, and team leadership, with preferred 3+ years in accounting and supervisory experience; CPA licensure pursued.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of accounting experience, required.
• Three or more years of public accounting experience, preferred.
• One or more years of supervisory experience, preferred.
• Actively pursuing CPA licensure, required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; especially Excel.
• Experience with HUD/PH A funding and grant programs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• M akes constructive suggestions to improve client programs and policies.
• Reviews workpapers and ensures they meet client requirements and quality standards.
• Researches program regulations and presents findings to clients.
• Leads preparation and submission of housing subsidy applications and federal funding for programs.
• Provides basic and advanced accounting services including reconciliations and HUD reporting.
• Interprets financial statements and drafts financial information for review.
• Assists in budgeting on engagements and manages delivery timeliness and costs.
• Interacts with clients to gather necessary information and documents.

Skills

General accounting

HUD/PHAs knowledge

Financial analysis

Client communication

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Accounting software

Job description

BDO USA is seeking a Senior Consultant, Public Housing Authority to oversee full cycle general accounting for affordable housing clients. You will perform accounting, light consulting, and ensure compliance with HUD programs while guiding engagements.

The role emphasizes client interaction, proposal support, and team leadership, with preferred 3+ years in accounting and supervisory experience; CPA licensure pursued.