Consultant (Public Sector)

Overview 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: #LI-Hybrid #J-18808-Ljbffr