Advisory, Senior Associate

Senior Associate Advisory (Public Sector)

USA : Chicago, IL, Sacramento, CA, Walnut Creek, CA | Hybrid Three days per week in-office required

At MGO we believe that human care comes first. Only when our talent thrives can they deliver their very best to our clients. We are honored to serve agents of change in culture-shaping industries including cannabis, sports and entertainment, technology and state and local government. We stay at the forefront by empowering the next generation of talent : rising leaders full of big ideas, passionate energy, and purpose to effect real change. Our inclusive culture, competitive benefits, and flexible work arrangements are designed to motivate and inspire our team members to build something special.

MGO is a top 50 CPA and advisory firm of 600+ professionals working remotely and in offices throughout the U.S. and India. Through frictionless digital tools, we address the local needs, and fuel the global ambitions, of clients in 97 countries. MGO is proud to be a "Best Place to Work" and is ranked as a leader by Accounting Today and Inside Public Accounting.

Summary :

The Senior Associate is responsible for delivering advisory projects, including assisting in interviews and walkthroughs and taking notes, performing testing or analysis specific to the project scope, analyzing data, documenting results in audit workpapers, drawing conclusions from analysis and testing, and drafting reports. The Senior Associate will provide internal audit and management consulting services, including internal audit services, performance audits / reviews, business process and internal control studies, benchmarking studies, efficiency analysis, and more. In this role you will primarily serve government and public sector organizations.

In addition to project delivery responsibilities, the Senior Associate may learn and participate in business development activities, assist in developing and supervising staff, attend conferences and industry events, and participate in office and firm events.

Essential duties :

• Contributions to the Firm Culture.
• Model the core values of MGO.
• Maintain agility to adapt quickly to shifting needs, demands, technology, or process changes
• Lead day-to-day project delivery efforts, including delivering and overseeing delivery by others of project tasks.
• Deliver on time and on budget work product.
• Assist in client interviews, asking questions, taking notes, and identifying themes.
• Perform data analysis, research, testing, and more during project delivery.
• Write reports and prepare deliverables.
• Learn service delivery methodology and tools / technology to deliver projects in accordance with firm quality standards.
• Collaborate and communicate with client and team members professionally.
• Participate in industry conferences and training to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Obtain continuing education aligned with career goals, considering becoming certified in the future (e.g., CPA, CIA, PMP, CISA, etc.)

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Supervisory Responsibilities : Yes

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Why work for MGO :

At MGO, we understand that our team members give their very best when they feel fully seen, valued, and supported. Whether you are a seasoned professional ready for your next leadership role, or an emerging talent ready to launch the career of your dreams, we are committed to giving you the tools and guidance to thrive in your own unique way.

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