Compliance & Internal Audit Consultant (BT Summer Intern Conversions Only)

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Baker Tilly is currently seeking a Compliance & Internal Audit Consultant for 2027.

The Staff Consultant position is a cross-functional role that focuses on providing grant management and compliance consulting services, internal audit services, and policy and procedure development support primarily for governmental, tribal, and not-for-profit entities. 

Responsibilities:

• Supports project start-up and planning activities, such as conducting research of compliance or other requirements (federal, state, grant-specific, etc.) and documenting results.

• Performs detailed grant compliance testing including reviewing financial reports/invoices and conducting desk reviews. 

• Works collaboratively with clients to understand current business practices, identify opportunities for improvement, assist in defining new processes, and assist in drafting policies and procedures.

• Conducts detailed transaction testing for compliance with established criteria and requirements. 

• Attends client interviews/meetings, reviews client documents/reports, performs a variety of analysis/testing procedures, and assists in compiling information such as draft findings and recommendations and process memos.

• Supports consulting activities that include conducting interviews, reviewing documents, performing a variety of analysis, and assisting in preparing client deliverables such as findings, recommendations, and draft and final reports.

• Reviews their own documentation/work for accuracy.

• Occasionally travels to client locations, firm training, or industry conferences.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

• Coursework in technology-related fields highly desirable

• Ability to commute as needed throughout the region; to include Baker Tilly's offices

• Ability to travel to client locations, including overnight stays, with travel expectations varying by department and office locations

• Seasonal flexibility to work extended hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed

• There is currently no immigration sponsorship available for this position

• Must be a current Summer 2026 Baker Tilly Intern

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s in accounting, MBA or MPA preferred

• Excellent customer service skills; Ability to understand own and others' emotions in order to achieve desired goals

• Creative problem solving, critical thinking and research skills; Organize information and exercise well-reasoned judgment

• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills; Demonstrate confidence in decision making and poise in professional setting

• Work effectively both as part of a team and independently

• Highly motivated and embrace challenges as opportunities to grow

• Outstanding organization and project management skills; Take responsibility for quality and timeliness of projects

• Quickly adapt to a changing work environment, including the use of software, systems and technology

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

The pay rate ranges for this position are listed below. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of relevant factors including but not limited to applicant’s skills, prior experience, qualifications, degrees, professional certifications, work arrangements and geographic location. Baker Tilly offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to eligible employees.

In San Francisco, CA: pay rate range is $81,900 to $116,160

In Albuquerque, NM: pay rate range is $64,670 to $84,890