Compliance & Internal Audit Consultant

Position Overview

Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm with a coast-to-coast and global presence. The Business Consulting Services practice provides comprehensive internal and performance audit services while implementing solutions in policy and procedure development, organizational redesign, process improvement, and training. In this Staff role, you will deliver grant management and compliance consulting services, internal audit support, and policy/procedure development primarily for governmental, tribal, and not-for-profit entities. Please discuss the work location status with the Baker Tilly talent acquisition professional.

Key Responsibilities

• Supports project start-up and planning, including conducting research on federal, state, and grant-specific requirements and documenting the findings.
• Performs detailed grant compliance testing by reviewing financial reports, invoices, and conducting desk reviews.
• Collaborates with clients to understand current practices, identify areas for improvement, define new processes, and draft policies and procedures.
• Conducts transaction testing for compliance with established criteria and requirements.
• Attends client interviews and meetings, reviews documents and reports, performs analysis and testing, and assists in compiling draft findings and recommendations.
• Supports consulting activities by conducting interviews, reviewing documents, and preparing deliverables such as draft and final reports.
• Reviews own documentation to ensure accuracy.
• Occasionally travels to client locations, firm trainings, or industry conferences.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 1 year of related experience, preferably with governmental or not-for-profit organizations.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to think critically and identify creative solutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the capability to write reports and prepare findings.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and produce high-quality work.
• Strong organizational skills to manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to quickly adapt to changing work environments, including the use of new software and technology.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SharePoint).
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 30%.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's in accounting, MBA, or MPA along with technology-related coursework.

Benefits & Perks

• Compensation: The range for this role is $70,000 to $105,000. Actual compensation is influenced by skills, experience, qualifications, and geographic location.