What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Consultant (Public Sector) position at MGO (Macias Gini & O'Connell LLP)?
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
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.
- Support internal and performance audits, organizational and operational consulting engagements, and other consulting assessments.
- Apply knowledge of public sector operations, governance, and regulatory requirements.
- 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.
- 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%.