Audit Director – Nonprofit

James Moore & Co.; Tallahassee (FL); Presencial; USD 140.000 - 190.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

James Moore & Co., P.L. invites experienced accounting professionals to join our nonprofit audit practice in Florida as an Audit Director.

You will lead complex engagements, oversee quality, and advise clients on governance and compliance while mentoring a growing team in a collaborative, growth-driven environment. This onsite role requires strong leadership, deep nonprofit know-how, and the ability to build lasting client relationships across multiple offices, with travel to client sites as

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• CPA license is required.
• 9+ years of auditing experience, preferably in public accounting.
• Strong knowledge of auditing standards, financial reporting, and client engagement management.
• Proven experience leading complex audit engagements and managing client relationships.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and audit engagement software.
• Proficiency with Co-Pilot or Chat GPT.

Responsabilidades

• Manage a portfolio of nonprofit audit/attest clients.
• Serve as primary advisor on accounting, auditing, and compliance matters.
• Build relationships with executive directors, CEOs, finance committees, and boards of directors.
• Identify opportunities to provide additional value-added services and strengthen long-term client partnerships.
• Lead audits and attest engagements in compliance with professional standards and nonprofit requirements.
• Mentor, coach, and develop managers, supervisors, and staff.
• Support growth, profitability, and strategic initiatives for the nonprofit practice.

Conocimientos

Client relationship management

Leadership

Communication skills

Project management

Strategic thinking

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license

Master's degree in Accounting or related field

Herramientas

CCH ProSystem fx Engagement

CaseWare

Descripción del empleo

Join James Moore & Co., P.L. Build Your Future with a Top 200 Firm!

At James Moore & Co. we are seeking an Audit Director to join our Nonprofit team in Florida. The Audit Director leads complex audit and attest engagements with a primary focus on nonprofit organizations, serving as a trusted advisor to clients while ensuring compliance with professional standards and regulatory requirements. This role is responsible for managing client relationships, providing technical guidance, mentoring team members, and driving the growth and success of the nonprofit audit practice.

This position offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced accounting professional to make a meaningful impact on mission-driven organizations while advancing their career in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment. As a leader within the firm, you will play a key role in developing talent, strengthening client relationships, and driving the continued success of our nonprofit practice.

This is an onsite position and requires regular attendance in one of our Florida offices (Daytona Beach, DeLand, Gainesville, Ocala and Tallahassee), as well as frequent travel to client sites.

As an Audit Director for our nonprofit team, you will have the opportunity to do the following:

Client Leadership & Service

• Manage a portfolio of nonprofit audit and attest clients, delivering exceptional service tailored to each organization's mission and operational needs.
• Serve as the primary advisor and escalation point for accounting, auditing, and compliance matters.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with executive directors, CEOs, finance committees, and boards of directors.
• Identify opportunities to provide additional value-added services and strengthen long-term client partnerships.

Technical Excellence

• Lead audits and attest engagements in compliance with professional standards and nonprofit industry requirements.
• Perform final technical and quality control reviews of engagement workpapers and deliverables.
• Stay current on accounting and auditing developments affecting nonprofit organizations, including Uniform Guidance, federal grant compliance, and nonprofit financial reporting.
• Leverage technology and audit tools to improve efficiency and enhance client outcomes.

Leadership & Team Development

• Mentor, coach, and develop managers, supervisors, and staff.
• Participate in recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and employee development initiatives.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Assist in developing and delivering internal training and continuing professional education programs.

Practice Growth & Strategic Initiatives

• Collaborate with firm leadership to drive growth, profitability, innovation, and operational excellence.
• Support business development efforts through networking, industry involvement, and relationship building within the nonprofit community.
• Participate in firm-wide initiatives, committees, and strategic projects.
• Help establish and execute growth strategies for the nonprofit audit practice.

The Successful Candidate Will Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license.
• 9+ years of auditing experience, preferably within public accounting.
• Strong knowledge of auditing standards, financial reporting, and client engagement management.
• Proven experience leading complex audit engagements and managing client relationships.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and audit engagement software.
• Proficiency with Co-Pilot or Chat GPT.

Experience We Will Value

• Master's degree in Accounting or related field.
• Significant experience serving nonprofit organizations, foundations, associations, educational institutions, grant-funded human service agencies or other tax-exempt entities.
• 3+ years of client management experience.
• 7+ years of leadership experience
• Experience with CCH ProSystem fx Engagement, CaseWare or similar audit software.
• Experience with GASB

Success Traits

• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to translate complex technical matters into practical business guidance.
• Strong leadership, project management, and decision-making abilities.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability.
• Passion for serving mission-driven organizations and supporting their impact in the community.

As An Employee Of James Moore, You Can Expect

• A career with room to keep growing. Competitive compensation along with opportunities for continued professional development, training, and career advancement.
• Flexibility in how work fits into your life. Flexible schedule options, paid parental leave, and a summer schedule.
• Time away that we expect you to actually use. Flexible PTO with a minimum expectation of at least two weeks away from work each year, including one consecutive week.
• Meaningful time to recharge. Twelve paid holidays, including a full week of winter break in December.
• Strong health coverage. Two comprehensive healthcare options, along with dental and vision insurance for full-time employees.
• A meaningful retirement contribution. James Moore contributes 4–5% annually to your 401(k), regardless of your personal contribution.

For more information about our firm, please visit: https://www.jmco.com/

Additional Important Information

James Moore & Co., CPAs provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

All offers are contingent on the satisfactory outcome of a background check including a criminal record check, reference check, credit check, valid driver’s license check, a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record are required, and employment and education verifications.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters or agencies. Any resumes submitted without a prior agreement will be considered property of James Moore & Co., and we will not be responsible for any fees or obligations related to such submissions.