Accounting Consultant, Construction Compliance

Overview

Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm with a coast‑to‑coast presence in the U.S. and operations in major global financial centers.

Baker Tilly is seeking an Associate Consultant who thrives in a fast‑paced environment. In this role you will work closely with seniors and managers to learn the construction audit methodology and assist in executing construction risk engagements such as construction contract audits and controls assessments.

• 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 work papers and client deliverables.
• Collaborate with team members and stakeholders to gather information and ensure a comprehensive audit process.

• 4‑year degree
• 1 year professional experience

• 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.
• 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.
• CPA, CA, CIA, CCA, CCP, PMP, CFE, or other relevant certifications, or desire to obtain.
• Open to occasional travel to client/project sites.

Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state or local law.

The Madison, WI pay rate range for this job position is $62,000 - $95,610. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of relevant factors including but not limited to applicant’s skills, prior experience, qualifications, degrees, professional certifications, work arrangements, and geographic location. Baker Tilly offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to eligible employees.