Consultant (Public Sector)
USA: Chicago, IL | Irvine, CA | Walnut Creek, CA (Hybrid)
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:
- Assist with the delivery of public sector advisory engagements under the direction of senior team members.
- Perform data analysis, testing, documentation, interviews, and walkthroughs to support audit and consulting objectives.
- Prepare workpapers, sections of reports, and client-ready deliverables in accordance with MGO standards.
- Track tasks, timelines, and deliverables to support on-time, on-budget project completion.
Advisory Exposure:
- Support internal and performance audits, business process and internal control assessments, and operational or efficiency studies.
- Develop a foundational understanding of public sector operations, governance structures, and regulatory requirements.
Team & Professional Development:
- Collaborate effectively with consultants, senior consultants, and managers.
- Receive coaching and feedback to build technical, analytical, and communication skills.
- Support proposal development, research, and internal initiatives as needed.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Public Administration, Public Policy, or related field (Master's a plus).
- 0–2 years of experience (internship or relevant professional experience preferred).
- Interest in public sector consulting or government advisory work.
- Willingness to obtain a professional certification such as (CPA, CIA, CFE, PMP, CISA, or similar).
- Strong analytical, writing, and organizational skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Willingness to travel up to 5–25%.
Compensation: $70,000 - $100,000 base salary per year.
Consultant (Public Sector)
USA: Chicago, IL | Irvine, CA | Walnut Creek, CA (Hybrid)
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:
- Assist with the delivery of public sector advisory engagements under the direction of senior team members.
- Perform data analysis, testing, documentation, interviews, and walkthroughs to support audit and consulting objectives.
- Prepare workpapers, sections of reports, and client-ready deliverables in accordance with MGO standards.
- Track tasks, timelines, and deliverables to support on-time, on-budget project completion.
Advisory Exposure:
- Support internal and performance audits, business process and internal control assessments, and operational or efficiency studies.
- Develop a foundational understanding of public sector operations, governance structures, and regulatory requirements.
Team & Professional Development:
- Collaborate effectively with consultants, senior consultants, and managers.
- Receive coaching and feedback to build technical, analytical, and communication skills.
- Support proposal development, research, and internal initiatives as needed.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Public Administration, Public Policy, or related field (Master's a plus).
- 0–2 years of experience (internship or relevant professional experience preferred).
- Interest in public sector consulting or government advisory work.
- Willingness to obtain a professional certification such as (CPA, CIA, CFE, PMP, CISA, or similar).
- Strong analytical, writing, and organizational skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Willingness to travel up to 5–25%.
Compensation: $70,000 - $100,000 base salary per year.
