Compliance & Internal Audit Consultant

Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage. The Compliance & Internal Audit Consultant role involves providing grant management and compliance consulting services, internal audit services, and policy and procedure development support primarily for governmental, tribal, and not-for-profit entities. Responsibilities Supports project start-up and planning activities, such as conducting research of compliance or other requirements (federal, state, grant-specific, etc.) and documenting results Performs detailed grant compliance testing including reviewing financial reports/invoices and conducting desk reviews Works collaboratively with clients to understand current business practices, identify opportunities for improvement, assist in defining new processes, and assist in drafting policies and procedures Conducts detailed transaction testing for compliance with established criteria and requirements Attends client interviews/meetings, reviews client documents/reports, performs a variety of analysis/testing procedures, and assists in compiling information such as draft findings and recommendations and process memos Supports consulting activities that include conducting interviews, reviewing documents, performing a variety of analysis, and assisting in preparing client deliverables such as findings, recommendations, and draft and final reports Reviews their own documentation/work for accuracy Occasionally travels to client locations, firm training, or industry conferences Skills Bachelor's degree in accounting/related field or equivalent experience preferred Minimum of 1 year of related experience, preferably working with government (city, county, special purpose or state), or not-for-profits Ability to understand problems, think critically, and identify creative solutions; organize information and exercise well-reasoned judgement Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to write reports and prepare findings.Demonstrate confidence in decision making and poise in professional setting Ability to take direction, works independently to prioritize work, establish goals, and produce quality work Strong organizational skills; able to effectively prioritize assignments and competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Deadlines may be daily, weekly and monthly Ability to quickly adapt to a changing work environment, including use of software, systems, and technology Proficiency in bolthires Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SharePoint) Willingness and ability to travel up to 30% Master's in accounting, MBA or MPA and technology related coursework highly desired Company Overview Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage in major regions of the U.S.It was founded in 1931, and is headquartered in Chicago, IL, US, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is