2026 Risk Advisory Services Consultant

JOB SUMMARYAs a Staff Consultant in Risk Advisory Services will offer internal audit, internal controls, compliance and risk management consulting. You will play a pivotal role in assisting the Senior Consultant in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks within their organizations. You will work closely with the Senior Consultant to understand the client’s unique business environments, operational processes, and regulatory requirements, offering tailored solutions to enhance their risk management practices. This position requires an understanding of risk management principles, strong analytical skills, and the ability to communicate concepts effectively.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Handles less complex tasks and projects within discipline/ function

• Performing risk assessments developing work plans and project approaches, developing project budgets, establishing that quality objectives are met, and building teams to support the day-to-day execution of developed work plans

• Performing assessments of business process and IT general controls

• Utilizing communication and negotiation skills, effectively communicating ideas/issues with teams and clients

• Recognizes complex technical issues, evaluates facts efficiently, and uses strategic decision-making skills to assist management in solving problems

• Demonstrates advanced technical knowledge effectively through written and verbal communication

• Follow regulations and professional ethics of state bodies appropriate to discipline, including the IIA, ISACA, GAO, AICPA etc

• Assists management in planning and managing engagement activity and follows through to achieve results

• Recognizes needs and issues pertinent to client activity and demonstrates ownership of engagement’s day-to-day tasks and activities

• Appropriately manages risk and ensures quality control procedures are being executed

• Builds client relationships and maintains quality working relationship

• Responds timely and accurately to internal team and client requests

• Remains flexible to client requests and requirements

• Seeks new ideas and better ways of accomplishing job and company goal

Supervisory responsibilities

• None

Work environment

• Work is conducted in a professional office environment with minimal distractions

Physical demands

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and performing work in front of a computer screen for long periods of time

• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time

Travel required

• Travel may be frequent and unpredictable, depending on client’s needs

Required education and experience

• 0 – 1 years of relevant experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, technology, computer sciences or equivalent experience

• Responsible for completing the minimum CPE credit requirement

Preferred education and experience

• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher

• Actively working towards achieving CPA licensure or relevant certification, if not already attained

• Internal audit, internal controls, compliance or risk management or other professional services environment

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the colleague for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

WHO WE ARE

UHY is one of the nation’s largest professional services firms providing audit, tax, consulting and advisory services to clients primarily in the dynamic middle market. We are trailblazers who bring our experience from working within numerous industries to our clients so that we can provide them with a 360-degree view of their businesses. Together with our clients, UHY works collaboratively to develop flexible, innovative solutions that meet our clients’ business challenges. As an independent member of UHY International, we are proud to be a part of a top 20 international network of independent accounting and consulting firms.

WHAT WE OFFER

POSITIVE WORK ENVIRONMENT

Enjoy a collaborative and supportive work environment where teamwork is valued.

ATTRACTIVE COMPENSATION PACKAGES

Our compensation is competitive and tailored to reflect the role, qualifications, and expertise of each individual.

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE

Access comprehensive benefits including group health insurance, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plans, and generous paid time off (PTO) allowances.