Senior Government Consulting Associate

Jobtailor; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor seeks a Government Consulting professional to lead compliance, auditing, and engagement management across multiple client contracts. You will research complex regulatory requirements, synthesize findings, and guide teams to deliver accurate, compliant project outcomes.

The role requires strong communication, a CPA background is a plus, and prior experience with CMS contracts is beneficial. Expect collaboration with senior stakeholders, present findings to clients, and ensure timely

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Three years of related work experience.
• Advanced degree or Professional License may substitute for two years of experience.
• Experience in Accounting, Government Consulting, or similar role preferred.
• Knowledge of federal accounting, auditing, and compliance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Perform research, compliance, auditing, and other Government Consulting tasks.
• Perform diverse Government Consulting assignments and develop specialized expertise within specific contracts.
• Identify and define business and technical needs.
• Plan and coordinate Government Consulting work across multiple engagement teams.
• Manage assignments within established time frames, scope, and budget constraints.
• Direct and supervise Associates and Business Analysts.
• Evaluate Associate and Business Analyst work and advise on revisions.
• Establish and maintain relationships with key client personnel through timely, professional communication.
• Deliver client presentations and direct client meetings.
• Provide excellent customer service and communicate with engagement teams and supervisors.
• Conduct research, identify and resolve problems.
• Review firm reports for appropriate presentation and disclosures.
• Use engagement and project-specific software and resources.
• Lead engagement workstreams and coordinate multifaceted deliverable schedules.
• Conduct secondary quality assurance reviews.
• Instruct and deliver internal educational sessions.
• Onboard and mentor Associate staff on compliance procedures and analytical methodologies.
• Facilitate client discussions, status briefings, and training workshops.
• Proactively identify regulatory risks and develop pragmatic compliance solutions.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Problem Solving

Customer Service

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

CPA License

Tools

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

Salesforce

Smartsheet

Box

Job description

• Perform research, compliance, auditing, and other Government Consulting tasks
• Perform diverse Government Consulting assignments and develop specialized expertise within specific contracts
• Identify and define business and technical needs
• Plan and coordinate Government Consulting work across multiple engagement teams
• Manage assignments within established time frames, scope, and budget constraints
• Direct and supervise Associates and Business Analysts
• Evaluate Associate and Business Analyst work and advise on revisions
• Establish and maintain relationships with key client personnel through timely, professional communication
• Deliver client presentations and direct client meetings
• Provide excellent customer service and communicate with engagement teams and supervisors
• Conduct research, identify and resolve problems
• Review firm reports for appropriate presentation and disclosures
• Use engagement and project-specific software and resources
• Lead engagement workstreams and coordinate multifaceted deliverable schedules
• Conduct secondary quality assurance reviews
• Instruct and deliver internal educational sessions
• Onboard and mentor Associate staff on compliance procedures and analytical methodologies
• Facilitate client discussions, status briefings, and training workshops
• Proactively identify regulatory risks and develop pragmatic compliance solutions

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Three years of related work experience
• Advanced degree or Professional License may be substituted for two years of experience
• Experience in Accounting or CPA firm or professional services environment preferred
• Prior experience in Accounting, Government Consulting, or similar role preferred
• Deep knowledge of federal accounting, auditing, and compliance frameworks
• Experience supporting Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) contracts
• Ability to evaluate and rigorously review workpapers, financial reconciliations, compliance filings, and supporting documentation
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Proficiency with SharePoint, Salesforce, Smartsheet, and Box
• Ability to analyze complex datasets, synthesize findings, resolve discrepancies, and formulate data-driven recommendations
• Ability to lead engagement workstreams and manage project timelines, deliverables, scope, and budgets
• Ability to delegate assignments, conduct quality assurance reviews, identify development areas, and uphold deliverable standards
• Ability to instruct, deliver educational sessions, onboard, and mentor Associate staff
• Ability to communicate complex technical and compliance concepts clearly in written and verbal channels
• Ability to facilitate client discussions, status briefings, and training workshops
• Ability to identify regulatory risks, investigate emerging issues, and develop compliance solutions
• Must pass a background check

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in Government Consulting, with a strong focus on compliance, auditing, and federal accounting frameworks. Capable of leading teams, managing projects, and delivering client-focused solutions while maintaining high standards of quality and communication.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Government Consulting
• Federal Accounting
• Compliance Frameworks
• Project Management
• Client Communication

Hard Skills

• Accounting
• Auditing
• Data Analysis
• Quality Assurance
• Financial Reconciliation

Soft Skills

• Leadership
• Mentoring
• Communication
• Problem Solving
• Customer Service

Certifications & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• CPA License

Industry Keywords

• Government Consulting
• Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
• Regulatory Compliance
• Engagement Management
• Client Presentations

Tools & Technologies

• Microsoft Office Suite
• SharePoint
• Salesforce
• Smartsheet
• Box