Governmental Consulting Accountant - Senior Associate

Abdo • Scottsdale, AZ

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Abdo's governmental consulting team is seeking a Senior Associate to provide accounting and financial services to city, county, and special district clients. The team offers services including fractional CFO and staffing, long-term planning, budgeting/forecasting, audit preparation, process improvement, utility rate analysis, research/policy drafting, and software implementation. Abdo aims to go beyond traditional accounting to deliver solutions that help clients succeed, guided by principles of Relationships, Growth & Development, and Teamwork.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• 3+ years of relevant experience
• Proficient in advanced MS-Excel functions
• Desire to work in a fast-paced environment
• Collaborative spirit and adaptability to change
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, Generally Accepted Auditing Standards, various software applications and pertinent federal and state regulations

Nice To Haves

• Public accounting or audit experience preferred
• CPA or plans to pursue CPA preferred
• Experience in the local government/utility industry and/or governmental accounting preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of accounting and consulting services.
• Consult and communicate with all levels of client accounting & finance teams.
• Process and post day-to-day accounting transactions.
• Review clients' internal financials and internal team work for accuracy.
• Perform period-end closes, including preparation of journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Prepare financial statements and internal management reports.
• Provide clients with fully-customized and user-friendly dashboards, metrics, and analytical reporting.
• Collaborate on the budget and long-term planning process for clients.
• Assist with year-end close and preparation of work papers for the annual audit, where appropriate.
• Share strategic guidance on key accounting and financial management issues.
• Advise and provide insight into client specific industries and the marketplace.
• Contribute to process evaluations and special analysis projects.
• Implement integrated technology solutions for client accounting teams and provide ongoing support.
• Maintain financial data, records and reports in accordance with guidelines, procedures, and regulations.
• Prepare sales and use tax returns.
• Provide documentation and support for the client audits.
• Coordinate project assignments and workflow for team members, providing day-to-day guidance, support, and technical training as needed.
• Demonstrate progression in application of knowledge on more complex engagements.
• Provide initial review of entry-level work performed by interns and associates.
• Harness effective, firm-approved technological solutions to provide clients with comprehensive accounting and financial information.
• Utilize AI-enabled tools to improve efficiency and accuracy, while exercising appropriate professional judgement.
• Exercise discretion and judgement when working with confidential client matters.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, HSA with employer match, FSA medical and dependent care, long & short-term disability insurance options
• 22 days per year of PTO, 8 full holidays, 2 half holidays, 24 hours paid volunteer time, parental and grandparent leave
• 401(k) plan with employer contributions up to 4.5%
• Abdo-sponsored telehealth platform
• Technology reimbursement
• Half day Fridays June through September (2 months of 36 hr work weeks & 2 months of 40 hr work weeks)
• Professional expenses and CPA support and bonus

What This Job Offers

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