Senior Water Utility Consultant, Public Sector at Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP in Mishawaka, Indiana

Job Description:

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. and in many of the world's leading financial centers - New York, London, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago and Boston. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) provide professional services through an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable laws, regulations and professional standards. Baker Tilly US, LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business advisory services to their clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.


Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP, trading as Baker Tilly, are independent members of Baker Tilly International, a worldwide network of independent accounting and business advisory firms in 141 territories, with 43,000 professionals and a combined worldwide revenue of $5.2 billion. Visit bakertilly.com or join the conversation on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.


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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.


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Job Description:




Responsibilities




You will enjoy this role if:

• You are looking for your next challenge, crave variety where no day is the same and feel your skills and experience can be better utilized.
  
  


• You are passionate about improving local communities where we live, work and play.
  
  


• You are looking to be part of a fast growing, entrepreneurial and innovative practice where your hard work and creativity can help us continue to build, improve, and advance.
  
  


• You are a team player with strong communication skills and desire to work collaboratively with others to meet client needs.
  
  


• You are a creative problem solver who enjoys learning new businesses and has the desire to become an advisor to clients to help them achieve their goals and dreams now, for tomorrow.
  
  
  

• Assist on management consulting projects for public sector organizations through financial management reporting, budget preparation and analysis, utility rate studies, capital project planning, comprehensive financial planning, issuance of tax-exempt bonds and related client services. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
  
  
  
  
  • Gathering data
    
    
  
  
  • Preparing financial reports, research, and analysis
    
    
  
  
  • Participating in client and working group meetings
    
    
  
  
  • Presenting information to groups and clients
    
    
  
  
  
  


• Learn and grow from direct on the job coaching and mentoring along with participating in firm wide learning and development programs.
  
  


• Utilize your entrepreneurial skills to network and build strong relationships internally and externally with clients.
  
  


• Enjoy friendships, social activities and team outings that encourage a work-life balance.
  
  


• Occasionally travel post-COVID, mostly same-day travel within the state.
  
  


• Serve on client projects and assist in management of client relationships.
  
  


• Document and analyze processes, internal controls, and workflow to identify opportunities for improvement.
  
  


• Perform research into best practices, operational polices, and organizational design.
  
  


• Perform tests of effectiveness of controls and compliance with laws/regulations/policies.
  
  


• Interview clients to better understand processes and to recommend improvements.
  
  


• Support project managers in day-to-day service delivery.
  
  


• Research issues and prepare whitepapers on current industry trends and issues.
  
  


• Effectively supports the presentation of conclusions and recommendations using visuals and written content.
  
  


• Assist in development of articles, sales proposals and presentations for new business development and client purposes
  
  

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or Related field
  
  


• Experience in compiling basic financial statements.
  
  


• Three to five (3-5) years experience with governmental accounting.
  
  


• Demonstrated proficiency in accounting/finance, analysis, and problem solving.
  
  


• Demonstrated proficiency in Excel, Word, and Power Point applications.
  
  


• Skilled in presenting technical and/or financial information.
  
  


• The ability to communicate effectively with a variety of individuals.
  
  


• The ability and willingness to travel and attend evening meetings.
  
  


• Individuals with strong attention to detail, a desire to learn, a high degree of analytical ability, and outstanding communication skills.
  
  


• Eligibility to work in the U.S., without sponsorship, highly preferred.