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Overview



Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage in major regions of the U.S. and in many of the world's leading financial centers - New York, London, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago and Boston. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) provide professional services through an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable laws, regulations and professional standards. Baker Tilly US, LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business advisory services to their clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.


Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP, trading as Baker Tilly, are independent members of Baker Tilly International, a worldwide network of independent accounting and business advisory firms in 141 territories, with 43,000 professionals and a combined worldwide revenue of $5.2 billion. Visit bakertilly.com or join the conversation on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.


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Job Description:




Responsibilities

Baker Tilly is seeking a dynamic and resourceful Special Advisor Consultant to join our Public Sector Recon team on a part-time, as-needed basis. The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of experience and expertise in the CPA and consulting industry, specifically supporting governmental clients such as municipalities, counties, schools, libraries, utilities, and other special units with duties related to compliance, operations and reporting. This role requires limited travel, presentation of information both in writing and in person, and ability to work effectively with larger project groups.



Responsibilities

• Provide consulting services to governmental clients on a part-time, as-needed basis.


• Support and advise on various client projects, ensuring the highest level of service and expertise - client projects could include help with GAAP complications and accounting services.


• Travel to client locations as required for project needs.


• Prepare and deliver clear, concise findings, presentations and written reports.


• Collaborate with larger project teams, providing specialized knowledge and insights.


• Utilize Microsoft products effectively to manage and present data and information.


• Document and analyze processes, internal controls, and workflow in order to identify opportunities for improvement.


• Perform research into best practices, operational polices, and organizational design.


• Interview clients to better understand processes and to recommend improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master of Public Administration (MPA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or Master of Business Administration (MBA) highly desired.


• Extensive experience in the CPA and consulting industry, with a focus on governmental clients.


• Strong proficiency with Microsoft products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).


• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.


• Proven ability to be resourceful and adapt to various project needs and environments.


• Demonstrated experience in presenting information clearly and effectively to diverse audiences.


• .A strong work ethic and willingness to take on a variety of roles and levels of responsibility in a dynamic and entrepreneurial setting.


• Three (3) years or more prior experience in a government organization a plus (state government, municipality, utility, k-12 schools,etc.).


• Ability to travel as needed

Skills and Attributes:

• Highly resourceful with strong problem-solving capabilities.


• Excellent organizational and time management skills.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.


• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.


• Ability to manage projects and meet deadlines.

Additional Information


The compensation range for this role is $35.00 to $68.25. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to skills, experience, qualifications, and geographic location. Apply Now