Audit Director - State & Local Govt Leader (Hybrid)

Top Echelon Software, LLC.; Salem (OR); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Progressive regonal CPA firm is seeking an Audit Director with a State and Local Government specialization for a fast track to Partnership in a hybrid work environment. The Director will liaise between partners, clients, and staff, manage multiple audits, and help grow the firm.

The role requires expertise in GAGAS/Yellow Book and GAAS, along with CPA licensure, leadership, and staff development. Travel to client sites is expected as needed and relocation assistance is available.

Qualifications

• Approximately 10 years of experience in public accounting, with at least 2 years in a senior manager role in the public sector.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• Current CPA license required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain ongoing client contact and develop strong relationships with clients and leadership.
• Act as engagement partner or report to the engagement partner on engagements.
• Sign attest opinions when designated as engagement partner.
• Oversee all phases of engagements to ensure compliance with accounting frameworks and firm policy.
• Notify the engagement Partner of significant developments and resolve issues with partner guidance.
• Ensure proper scheduling of engagements and engagement workflow.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for governmental sector audits; train and supervise staff.
• Lead business development activities and client leads, including fee estimates and meetings.
• Oversight of billing and collections by engagement teams.
• Represent the firm in client meetings and professional networks.

Skills

Public accounting

Leadership

Business development

GAGAS/Yellow Book

GAAS

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

CPA license

Job description

Progressive regonal CPA firm is seeking an Audit Director with a State and Local Government specialization for a fast track to Partnership in a hybrid work environment. The Director will liaise between partners, clients, and staff, manage multiple audits, and help grow the firm.

The role requires expertise in GAGAS/Yellow Book and GAAS, along with CPA licensure, leadership, and staff development. Travel to client sites is expected as needed and relocation assistance is available.