Audit Manager - Government

Hawkins Ash CPAs; Neenah (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawkins Ash CPAs in Wisconsin is seeking a Government Audit Manager to lead public-sector engagements and mentor junior staff. The role involves planning, supervising fieldwork, and delivering high-quality financial statements and Yellow Book-compliant reports for municipalities, school districts, housing authorities, and related entities.

You will oversee engagements, ensure compliance with standards, and contribute to business development and community relations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field with CPA.
• Six years of accounting and financial services experience preferred.
• Experience auditing governmental entities with knowledge of governmental accounting and reporting.
• Experience conducting audits under Government Auditing Standards (Yellow Book).
• Experience planning and performing Single Audits under the Uniform Guidance; travel ability.

Responsibilities

• Perform audits, reviews, compilations, and agreed-upon procedures for governmental entities.
• Plan engagements, perform fieldwork, and prepare disclosures and required reports.
• Plan and perform governmental audits per Yellow Book standards.
• Plan and perform Single Audits under Uniform Guidance, testing internal controls.
• Travel to engagements, including occasional overnight travel.
• Respond to RFPs and supervise staff.
• Provide leadership and career guidance to staff.
• Engage with community relations and professional education.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

CPA

Communication

Multi-tasking

Microsoft Office

Travel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Accounting software packages

Job description

Hawkins Ash CPAs is hiring a Government Audit Manager.

Build your career in a collaborative environment where your contributions matter, your growth is supported, and the people around you take pride in helping clients and communities succeed.

Hawkins Ash CPAs is a Top 200 public accounting firm with 200+ professionals across 11 offices in Wisconsin and Minnesota. We provide audit, tax, advisory, and accounting services to businesses, nonprofit organizations, credit unions, and individuals throughout the region.

Our firm combines the expertise and resources of a larger firm with the approachable culture and strong relationships of a regional practice. Our professionals work closely with experienced leaders, develop meaningful client relationships, and have opportunities to expand their technical expertise and leadership skills.

Whether you're early in your accounting career or looking to take the next step as an experienced professional, Hawkins Ash CPAs offers opportunities to develop your skills, build lasting relationships, and make a meaningful impact for clients.

What you’ll do:

• Perform audits, reviews, compilations, and agreed-upon procedures for governmental entities, including municipalities, school districts, housing authorities, or other public-sector organizations
• Plan the engagement, perform fieldwork, prepare full disclosure financial statements and required reports for management and regulating agencies, perform other non-audit accounting services
• Plan and perform governmental audits in accordance with Government Auditing Standards (Yellow Book), as applicable
• Plan and perform Single Audits in accordance with the Uniform Guidance, including testing compliance and internal controls over compliance
• Travel to/from engagements, which includes some overnight travel when needed
• Respond to RFP’s
• Evaluate and provide staff with leadership and career guidance
• Actively participate in community activities to develop positive relationships with community leaders and members
• Attend continuing professional education seminars
• Perform other duties as assigned

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field, with CPA
• Six years of experience providing accounting and financial services is preferred; exceptions can occur based on work to be performed
• Experience auditing governmental entities and a strong understanding of governmental accounting and financial reporting
• Experience performing audits in accordance with Government Auditing Standards (Yellow Book)
• Experience planning and performing Single Audits under the Uniform Guidance
• Housing authority audit experience is a plus, but not required
• Exceptional communication and strong multi-tasking skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products and accounting software packages
• Ability to work extended hours as necessary
• Ability to travel to local client sites as needed (some overnight may be required)

As a team member, you’ll enjoy the following benefits:

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) employer match
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Wellness program
• Flexible work-life balance
• Paid community service day