Senior Consultant (Public Sector)
Overview
Senior Consultant (Public Sector)
USA: Chicago, IL | Irvine, CA | Walnut Creek, CA | Onsite/Hybrid/Remote
At MGO, human care comes first. We empower our people to thrive so they can make a meaningful impact for clients shaping culture and communities, including state and local government. As a nationally recognized CPA and advisory firm with 500+ professionals worldwide, MGO is proud to be a Best Place to Work and a leader in innovation and service.
Role Summary
The Consultant supports public sector advisory engagements for state and local government and public sector entities. This entry-level role focuses on executing project tasks, conducting analysis, and developing technical and professional skills while contributing to high-quality client service across internal audit and management consulting engagements.
Key Responsibilities:
Execute and support end-to-end delivery of public sector advisory engagements.
Perform analyses, testing, interviews, walkthroughs, and documentation to identify risks, process improvements, and insights.
Prepare high-quality workpapers, reports, and presentations aligned with MGO standards.
Interact directly with client stakeholders and support trusted advisor relationships.
Advisory Exposure:
Support internal and performance audits, organizational and operational consulting engagements, and other consulting assessments.
Apply knowledge of public sector operations, governance, and regulatory requirements.
Team & Practice Contribution:
Mentor and coach associates; collaborate effectively with managers and project teams.
Support proposal development, research, and business development initiatives.
Contribute to improving methodologies, tools, and best practices.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Business, Public Administration, or related field.
3+ years of experience in public sector consulting, public accounting, internal audit, or advisory services.
Experience serving state and local government or public sector clients prefered.
Progress toward or possession of a professional certification (CPA, CIA, CFE, PMP, CISA, or similar).
Strong analytical, writing, and presentation skills.
Ability to travel up to 5–25%.
Compensation: $85,000-$120,000 + Bonus programs
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Senior Consultant (Public Sector)
USA: Chicago, IL | Irvine, CA | Walnut Creek, CA | Onsite/Hybrid/Remote
At MGO, human care comes first. We empower our people to thrive so they can make a meaningful impact for clients shaping culture and communities, including state and local government. As a nationally recognized CPA and advisory firm with 500+ professionals worldwide, MGO is proud to be a Best Place to Work and a leader in innovation and service.
Role Summary
The Consultant supports public sector advisory engagements for state and local government and public sector entities. This entry-level role focuses on executing project tasks, conducting analysis, and developing technical and professional skills while contributing to high-quality client service across internal audit and management consulting engagements.
Key Responsibilities:
Execute and support end-to-end delivery of public sector advisory engagements.
Perform analyses, testing, interviews, walkthroughs, and documentation to identify risks, process improvements, and insights.
Prepare high-quality workpapers, reports, and presentations aligned with MGO standards.
Interact directly with client stakeholders and support trusted advisor relationships.
Advisory Exposure:
Support internal and performance audits, organizational and operational consulting engagements, and other consulting assessments.
Apply knowledge of public sector operations, governance, and regulatory requirements.
Team & Practice Contribution:
Mentor and coach associates; collaborate effectively with managers and project teams.
Support proposal development, research, and business development initiatives.
Contribute to improving methodologies, tools, and best practices.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Business, Public Administration, or related field.
3+ years of experience in public sector consulting, public accounting, internal audit, or advisory services.
Experience serving state and local government or public sector clients prefered.
Progress toward or possession of a professional certification (CPA, CIA, CFE, PMP, CISA, or similar).
Strong analytical, writing, and presentation skills.
Ability to travel up to 5–25%.
Compensation: $85,000-$120,000 + Bonus programs
#LI-Hybrid #LI-Remote
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