Audit Director | Higher Education Leader in TX

CliftonLarsonAllen; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

CLA is seeking an Audit Director/Manager to join our Higher Education practice in Texas. You will lead client engagements, manage audit teams, and help clients navigate financial reporting requirements.

You will leverage your CPA and 6+ years of public accounting experience to mentor staff, build relationships with clients, and ensure high-quality, on-time deliverables across complex audits. This role offers a collaborative culture and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum 6 years of public accounting experience with emphasis in financial statement preparation and audits.
• Experience leading teams and managing Higher Education audits strongly preferred.
• CPA license is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop relationships with great clients.
• Assist clients in obtaining necessary funding to continue to positively impact their community.
• Assist clients with meeting their audit and financial planning objectives by using a range of tools.
• Be creative with staff development, mentoring, and overseeing client engagement teams.
• Lead the engagement progress by monitoring time budgets and deadlines for adherence.

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA license

Job description

CLA is seeking an Audit Director/Manager to join our Higher Education practice in Texas. You will lead client engagements, manage audit teams, and help clients navigate financial reporting requirements.

You will leverage your CPA and 6+ years of public accounting experience to mentor staff, build relationships with clients, and ensure high-quality, on-time deliverables across complex audits. This role offers a collaborative culture and competitive compensation.