Senior Internal Audit & Risk Advisory Consultant

Baker Tilly; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Tilly is seeking an Internal Audit & Risk Senior Consultant to join its Risk Advisory practice. You will work with client executives to assess financial and operational risks, develop strategies, and implement new processes and controls across governance, IT and cybersecurity.

The role offers upward trajectory, collaboration with a down-to-earth team, and meaningful client service opportunities. You will interact directly with clients, draft executive summaries, and contribute to

Qualifications

• 4 year degree
• Three (3) years of experience
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or a related program
• CPA or CIA certifications preferred
• 3+ year(s) experience with risk advisory, internal/external audit, business process reengineering, and/or internal controls
• Experience as a client serving professional for a consulting firm desired
• Excellent analytical, technical and problem solving skills
• Exceptional verbal and written communication, collaboration, and time management skills

Responsibilities

• Work closely with client executives and management teams to understand their businesses and assist in identifying and managing financial and operational risks within their business processes and systems
• Develop in-depth knowledge of clients’ businesses and industries by having direct client interaction while working on multiple aspects of an engagement
• Think independently and strategically about your clients’ business, systems and risks providing recommendations for business and process improvements based on knowledge gained relative to the client’s operations, processes and business objectives
• Provide strategic business assurance to clients by assisting in the implementation of new processes and controls that address key risks
• Review clients' processes and controls against industry frameworks, identifying gaps in design and execution, and communicating issues and recommendations to clients
• Assist in drafting comprehensive executive summaries and final reports for delivery to the client, documenting and reviewing engagement work papers in accordance with industry‑accepted internal audit methodologies
• Act as a valued business advisor, build relationships and communicate effectively with the client to provide superior client service
• Facilitate professional and effective presentations to internal and external audiences
• Continue to develop your knowledge and experience working with a variety of technology environments, platforms, applications and tools/utilities
• Demonstrate the desire to continually grow, learn and develop skills and knowledge through external and internal education, training and cross‑training opportunities to maximize personal contribution to the organizational goals and ongoing career development
• Utilize your entrepreneurial skills to network and build strong relationships internally and externally with clients
• Support the growth and development of team members through the Baker Tilly Care and Teach philosophy, helping associates meet their professional goals
• Enjoy friendships, social activities and team outings that encourage a work‑life balance

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

CPA or CIA certifications preferred

Job description

Baker Tilly is seeking an Internal Audit & Risk Senior Consultant to join its Risk Advisory practice. You will work with client executives to assess financial and operational risks, develop strategies, and implement new processes and controls across governance, IT and cybersecurity.

The role offers upward trajectory, collaboration with a down-to-earth team, and meaningful client service opportunities. You will interact directly with clients, draft executive summaries, and contribute to