Assurance Senior Manager- Public Sector

Baker Tilly•Oak Brook, IL

About The Position

Baker Tilly is seeking an Audit Senior Manager for its Public Sector team. The role delivers industry-focused audit, assurance, and consulting services to middle-market clients, serving as a trusted business advisor and working closely with clients to address accounting and business challenges. The Senior Manager works alongside firm leadership to serve clients and grow the business, and mentors and coaches staff to develop their technical and professional skills. The position includes year-round client engagement, assessment of internal controls, management of audit fieldwork, financial statement guidance, and business recommendations. The Senior Manager also oversees engagement staffing and financial performance, builds internal and external relationships to develop new business, pursues professional development, and supports team members’ career growth. Baker Tilly describes opportunities for career advancement, flexibility in how and where work is completed, and a focus on work-life balance.

Requirements

Four-year degree.
CPA.
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 regarding applicable strategies.
Ability to see both the big picture and details.
Appropriate ethical knowledge and commitment, and a sense of 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.
Experience with GAGAS engagements.
Public Sector Entity experience, particularly with municipalities and local education agencies.

Responsibilities

Engage proactively 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 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, including participation in firm-wide learning and development programs.
Support team members’ growth and development through the Baker Tilly Care and Teach philosophy.
Mentor and coach associates, helping them meet their professional goals.