Assurance Senior Manager- Public Sector

Baker Tilly • Chicago, IL

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Baker Tilly is hiring an Assurance Senior Manager for its Public Sector team. The role provides industry-focused audit, assurance, and consulting services to middle-market clients, with an opportunity to serve as a trusted business advisor and work closely with firm leadership. The Senior Manager will help build the business, contribute to the firm’s success, and mentor and coach staff in their technical and professional development.

The position focuses on public-sector clients and offers opportunities to develop industry expertise, build client relationships, and provide guidance on accounting and business challenges. Baker Tilly describes flexibility in how and where employees work, autonomy over schedules and career development, and participation in firmwide learning and development programs. Work location requirements should be discussed with a Baker Tilly talent acquisition professional.

Requirements

• Four-year degree.
• CPA certification.
• At least eight years of experience.
• Eligibility to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Demonstrated management, analytical, organizational, interpersonal, project management, and communication skills.
• Ability to lead and supervise others and provide exceptional client service.
• Commitment to continuous learning and staying current on applicable strategies.
• Ability to see both the big picture and details, demonstrate appropriate ethical knowledge and commitment, and maintain urgency and commitment to quality and timely project completion.
• Highly developed software and Microsoft Suite skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s, master’s, or advanced degree in accounting.
• Eight or more years of financial statement auditing experience within a public accounting firm.
• Five or more years of supervisory experience, including mentoring and counseling associates.
• Industry experience in GAGAS engagements.
• Public-sector entity experience, particularly with municipalities and local education agencies.

Responsibilities

• Proactively engage with clients throughout the year to understand their business goals and challenges.
• Develop and implement testing to assess internal control deficiencies and recommend improvements.
• Manage engagement fieldwork to ensure quality service and timely delivery of results.
• Provide financial statement guidance and business recommendations based on testing and information gathered.
• Deliver business insight through review, analysis, and discussion.
• Manage client engagement staffing, billings, and collections, and ensure client profitability targets are met.
• Network and build internal and external relationships to acquire new clients, projects, and revenue.
• Invest in professional development individually and through firmwide learning and development programs.
• Support team members’ growth and development through the Baker Tilly Care and Teach philosophy.
• Promote work-life balance through participation in friendships, social activities, and team outings.

Benefits

• Compensation and benefits package for eligible employees.
• Flexibility in how and where work is done.
• Autonomy to manage schedules and career development through programs including My Time Off, My Development, and Dress for Your Day.
• Firmwide learning and development programs.
• Social activities and team outings that encourage work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior