Contract Compliance Senior Consultant

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About the role

The Risk Advisory practice at Withum is experiencing significant growth driven by market demand for assurance services. Our team is seeking a Contract Compliance Senior Consultant with experience performing royalty audits, franchise compliance audits, revenue participation audits, lease agreement reviews, vendor audits, and 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 the contractual obligations for all contract compliance audits
• Perform analysis of the 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 ensure their cooperation
• Prepare work papers summarizing evidentiary data obtained, conclusions reached, and findings for clients
• Document franchisees and licensees’ responses to testing and verify if the response aligns 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

Compensation varies by location. Final offer amounts are based on role, hiring location, and individual skills, experience, and qualifications.

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

Benefits

In addition to base compensation, Withum offers a competitive benefits package and bonus program (for eligible roles) based on individual and firm performance. For additional information, visit Withum’s careers page.