Audit Director – State & Local Government Leader

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen); Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 102,000 - 194,000; Full time

Job summary

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) seeks an Audit Director/Manager to join the State and Local Government practice in the West Region. The role focuses on leading engagements, developing staff, and delivering strategic value to clients across local, county, and state agencies.

Applicants should have a CPA, a bachelor’s in accounting/finance, and 6+ years in a public accounting or large professional services firm, with strong government audit experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in a large professional services or public accounting firm.
• Experience leading teams and managing governmental audits; Single audits preferred.
• CPA license is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop relationships with clients.
• Assist clients in obtaining necessary funding to positively impact their community.
• Assist clients with audit and financial planning objectives using a range of tools.
• Be creative with staff development, mentoring, and overseeing engagement teams.

Skills

Leadership

Staff development

Client relationship management

Time budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/Finance

CPA license

Job description

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) seeks an Audit Director/Manager to join the State and Local Government practice in the West Region. The role focuses on leading engagements, developing staff, and delivering strategic value to clients across local, county, and state agencies.

Applicants should have a CPA, a bachelor’s in accounting/finance, and 6+ years in a public accounting or large professional services firm, with strong government audit experience.