[Remote] Consultant, Accounting Advisory - Tribal

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm that serves tribes throughout the nation. The Consultant in Accounting Advisory will provide operational, accounting, and consulting services for Tribal governments, focusing on monthly closing, grants management, and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Provides operational, accounting, and consulting services for Tribal governments, that include monthly closing, grants management, grant reporting, and financial reporting
• Prepares and records journal entries
• Develops policies and procedures on key accounting matters
• Perform project start up activities, such as following project work plans, adhering to schedules, and attending kickoff meetings
• Reviews the work of self for accuracy
• Serves as an integral member of our Business Consulting Services team
• Occasionally travels to client locations, firm trainings, or industry conferences

Skills

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required; emphasis in Accounting or related field preferred
• Minimum of 1 year of related experience, not for profit and/or governmental experience preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills including proven commitment to providing exceptional client service via multiple communication methods (email, phone, chat, helpdesk ticket system, etc.)
• Ability to understand problems, think critically and identify creative solutions
• Effective time management and organizational skills, proven ability to prioritize while simultaneously managing numerous projects/processes often under tight deadlines
• Works independently to prioritize work, establish goals and produce quality work
• Self-directed professional with strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to collaborate and work effectively across functions/departments/teams while building trusted relationships
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and one or more government accounting/grant management software systems
• Ability to travel as needed, approximately 10-15%
• Emphasis in Accounting or related field preferred
• Not for profit and/or governmental experience preferred
• Experience in one or more of the following preferred: grants management, financial accounting including account reconciliation, governmental accounting standards implementation, and/or accounts payable processing

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