What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assurance Advisory Consultant position at Baker Newman Noyes LLC?
About Us
Baker Newman Noyes (BNN) is a top 100 tax, assurance, and advisory firm in the U.S. and holds a Best of Accounting recognition for superior client service. BNN was founded to create opportunity for our employees, clients, and communities. We provide expert accounting and advisory services across several industries. With offices in Maine, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire, BNN has a reputation for teamwork, collaboration, and client excellence throughout New England and beyond. BNNs culture champions career advancement, mentorship, community involvement, and exceptionally responsive client service.
About the Position
If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity in a professional atmosphere with incredible talent and exciting potential, then Baker Newman Noyes is the place for you. We are looking for an Assurance Advisory Consultant who will integrate into our team, advise clients on the design and implementation of internal controls, and lead testing efforts on internal control engagements. This opportunity will provide individuals the chance to work in a dynamic and growing service line, with unique challenges to optimize and standardize the work we do. With oversight by Principals or Managers, you will collaborate with other dynamic individuals on the team to prepare client deliverables, lead client meetings and serve as a partner to all stakeholders we work with. We expect our internal consultants to demonstrate technical proficiency, provide responsive client service, and be proactive and professional in their engagement work
Competencies and Position Requirements
- Possesses a deep understanding of internal controls, process design, internal audit, and compliance requirements
- Demonstrates understanding of SOX engagement stages, key deliverables, and client requirements
- Develops documentation of existing internal controls and internal processes
- Reviews and evaluates the effectiveness of internal controls in a variety of business areas
- Assists with special projects related to internal controls, financial reporting, agreed upon procedures, or consulting services
- Fields client requests in a timely manner, provides clear responses, and establishes (and re-establishes) expectations
- Identifies issues, develops sound solutions, and discusses evaluation and/or resolution with key stakeholders
- Maintains responsibility for the profitability of engagements by tracking budget to actual results?
- Mentors and empowers team members with honest and constructive feedback
- Identifies and seeks trainings, conferences, industry trends, and other knowledge share outlets to help support and develop the BNN SOX practice
- Adapts to changes in compliance landscape, including SEC and PCAOB inspection results and trends as well as maintains awareness of latest business risks
- Participates, when asked, in firm events, including recruiting events, education seminars, business development efforts, and other areas
- Is proactive, thoughtful and organized to increase the consistency and comprehensiveness of firm documentation and deliverables
Education and Experience
- Bachelors degree in accounting or similar field
- At least 3 years experience in the fields of Internal Audit or Assurance; Big 4 experience is a plus
- Working knowledge of SOX requirements consistent with PCAOB standards, and the COSO Integrated Internal Control Framework
- Interested in obtaining the Certified Internal Controls Auditor certification or other relevant licensing; In process or Active licensure or certification preferred
- Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
Work Environment
- Limited travel required
- Ability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs
- Hybrid work environment
- Supportive and collaborative culture
BNN strongly believes in maintaining a healthy balance between work and personal life. We support this through a variety of benefits, including:
- 20 paid time off days, 5 sick days, 11 paid holidays
- 6-week paid parental leave
- Health, Dental, Pet, Vision, Disability and Life Insurances
- 401(k) Plan with company match
- Profit Sharing Plan
- Business casual office environment
Baker Newman Noyes is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
