Contract Compliance Senior Consultant

About the role

Withum’s Risk Advisory practice is seeking a Contract Compliance Senior Consultant to perform royalty audits, franchise compliance audits, revenue participation audits, lease agreement reviews, vendor audits, and other contractual-based projects. This hybrid role (3 days in the office) can be based in our New York, NY; Whippany, NJ; East Brunswick, NJ; Red Bank, NJ; Princeton, NJ; or Philadelphia, PA office.

Responsibilities

• Assist audit teams with planning and testing of franchisees and licensees’ compliance, financial and brand management with contractual obligations for all contract compliance audits.
• Perform analysis of franchisees and licensees’ financial records to determine reportable income and other contractual obligations.
• Conduct independent research on franchisees, owners, and related parties and businesses to the contractual relationship.
• Manage the project process, ensure timeliness of completion, and communicate with clients to secure their cooperation.
• Prepare work papers summarizing evidentiary data obtained, conclusions reached, and findings for clients.
• Document franchisees and licensees’ responses to testing and verify compliance with contract obligations.
• Prepare a written report detailing the process, franchisees and licensees’ responses, and recalculation of fees due based on reporting requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Licensed CPA, or working towards CPA/CFE certification, or other equivalent certifications.
• 3+ years of experience working for a public accounting firm or performing contract compliance engagements.
• Effective client service and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience evaluating, analyzing, and interpreting contractual obligations.
• Proficiency in Excel and other data analytic software.
• Knowledge of various business processes including ICFR, Revenue, Accounts Payable, Treasury, and Financial Close.
• Desire and ability to work in a team environment.

Pay

• New York: $90,000 - $110,000
• New Jersey / Pennsylvania: $85,000 - $110,000

In addition to the base compensation, Withum offers a competitive benefits package and bonus program (for eligible roles) based on individual and firm performance.