Advisory Experienced Associate

Macias Gini & O'Connell LLP • San Diego, CA

348d • $75,000 - $90,000

About The Position

MGO is a top 50 CPA and advisory firm of 600+ professionals working remotely and in offices throughout the U.S. and India. Through frictionless digital tools, we address the local needs, and fuel the global ambitions, of clients in 97 countries. MGO is proud to be a "Best Place to Work" and is ranked as a leader by Accounting Today and Inside Public Accounting. The Experienced Associate is responsible for delivering advisory projects, including assisting in interviews and walkthroughs and taking notes, performing testing or analysis specific to the project scope, analyzing data, documenting results in audit workpapers, drawing conclusions from analysis and testing, and drafting reports. The Experienced Associate will provide internal audit and management consulting services, including internal audit services, performance audits/reviews, business process and internal control studies, benchmarking studies, efficiency analysis, and more. The Experienced Associate will primarily serve government and public sector organizations. In addition to project delivery responsibilities, the Experienced Associate may learn and participate in business development activities, assist in developing and supervising staff, attend conferences and industry events, and participate in office and firm events.

Requirements

• BS/BA or Master's Degree in relevant field (e.g., Business, Accounting or Public Affairs/Administration)
• 1+ years of work experience in public accounting in the public sector specialized in audit, internal audit or related internal control positions
• Relevant certification preferred but not required (e.g., CPA, CIA, CFE, etc.)
• Proficiency in professional writing, spreadsheets and presentation creation tools.
• Ability to travel to meet client needs and work collaboratively with others in person and remotely.
• Effective communication skills both verbally and in writing
• Effective time management and prioritization skills
• Establish subject matter expertise in the public sector
• Demonstrated success in high pressure scenarios

Nice To Haves

• Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills
• Ability to perform several tasks concurrently with ease and professionalism
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills and customer service skills

Responsibilities

• Contributions to the Firm Culture
• Model the core values of MGO
• Maintain agility to adapt quickly to shifting needs, demands, technology, or process changes
• Lead day to day project delivery efforts, including delivering and overseeing delivery by others of project tasks
• Deliver on time and on budget work product
• Assist in client interviews, asking questions, taking notes, and identifying themes
• Perform data analysis, research, testing, and more during project delivery
• Write reports and prepare deliverables
• Learn service delivery methodology and tools/technology in order to deliver projects in accordance with firm quality standards
• Collaborate and communicate with client and team members professionally
• Participate in industry conferences and training in order to enhance skills and knowledge
• Obtain continuing education aligned with career goals, considering becoming certified in the future (e.g., CPA, CIA, PMP, CISA, etc.)

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements
• Progressive time off policy
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Opportunities to shape a career
• Culture rooted in human care
• Work at the forefront of innovative solutions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees