Accounting Consultant, Construction Compliance

Baker Tilly•Madison, WI

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Baker Tilly is seeking an Associate Consultant who can thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. This position offers an excellent opportunity for professional growth and technical development, as you’d be working closely with our seniors and managers to learn about the construction audit methodology. The Associate Consultant will assist in executing construction risk engagements like construction contract audits and controls assessments. Construction contract audits cover the project lifecycle from design through closeout, and involve activities such as procurement, contracting, safety, administration, compliance, contractor management, cost management, and scheduling. In addition to providing assurance around contractor cost and billings compliance, this position will also provide comprehensive recommendations and work with management to implement change.

Requirements

4-year degree
1 year professional experience
Well versed in MS Excel and WORD for analysis, reporting, and data management.
A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, construction management, engineering, or a related field.

Nice To Haves

Willingness to learn and grow through on-the-job training; a background in accounting/finance, internal audit, construction management, project management, or a related field is helpful but not required.
Intensely curious, solution-oriented individual who wants to know what, where, when, how, and (most importantly) why processes work the way they do.
Can easily adapt between working independently, collaboratively on a team, and with various stakeholders including outsourced audit teams located in different locations.
Ability to communicate extremely well in verbal and written form. This applies to interacting with other team members, stakeholders, and Internal Audit teams.
Ability to navigate through ambiguity, manage and coordinate multiple project assignments simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, accepting ownership and accountability of the process and delivering on commitments.
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex situations, identify key issues, and develop effective solutions.
Ability to provide exceptional client service, demonstrate commitment to continuous learning, display appropriate ethical knowledge and commitment and exhibit a sense of urgency and commitment to quality and the timely completion of duties.
CPA, CA, CIA, CCA, CCP, PMP, CFE, or other relevant certifications, or desire to obtain.

Responsibilities

Learn and apply the Baker Tilly construction audit methodology.
Utilize audit programs to complete assigned tasks and communicate results.
Perform detailed reviews and testing of construction financial records and project documentation to ensure compliance with contract terms and industry standards and regulations.
Identify potential risks and areas of concern within construction projects and recommend mitigation strategies.
Prepare detailed and organized workpapers and client deliverables.
Collaborate with team members and stakeholders to gather information and ensure a comprehensive audit process.