Audit Director - Higher Education Assurance Leader

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)

Charlotte (NC)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

401k plan

Wellness program

Job summary

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) in North Carolina is hiring an Audit Director or Manager to join our Higher Education Assurance team. This in-office position can be based out of our Winston-Salem, Charlotte, or Raleigh, NC offices.

In this role, you’ll work with CLA’s higher education clients to help make an impact across the education system, including state colleges, public universities, private institutions, and their philanthropic, research, and athletic endeavors.

Qualifications

Bachelor''s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
Minimum of 6 years of experience in a large professional services or public accounting firm, including strategic management experience.
Active CPA license required.

Responsibilities

Plan, supervise, and control all phases of higher education assurance engagements as delegated by Principals.
Plan timing, staffing, and execution of engagements to promote efficient operations and deliver value to clients.
Lead engagement decisions; keep the Engagement Principal informed of major decisions and progress.
Develop a trained, accountable team through recruiting, planning assignments, resolving problems, and providing guidance in development programs.
Supervise engagement letters; discuss scope and terms with clients; estimate fees; ensure signed letters before work begins.
Evaluate internal controls and audit programs; revise as necessary; present findings to the Engagement Principal for approval.
Monitor engagement progress, time budgets, and deadlines; communicate developments to the Engagement Principal and client management.