Audit Senior Manager (Government Services)

Jobot; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks PTO

401K matching

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Jobot, based in the LA/OC area, seeks an Audit Senior Manager for State and Local Government engagements at a Top 100 CPA firm. The role offers hybrid work, substantial PTO, and 401K matching. Candidates should have 7–10 years in public accounting, 2+ years in management, CPA license, and GASB/GAAS expertise.

Travel to client sites is required. The firm emphasizes work-life balance, opportunities for advancement, and continued education in a supportive culture.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of experience in public accounting and at least 2 years in a manager role
• Significant government auditing experience (state/local, not-for-profit exposure)
• Must hold a current CPA license and be willing to travel to client sites
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and GASB standards; familiarity with GAGAS and Uniform Guidance

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage state and local government audits for clients (cities, counties, districts)
• Direct, review, and train staff within the department
• Identify opportunities to bring in new business for the firm
• Ensure compliance with firm policies and professional standards

Skills

Public accounting

Govt. auditing

Team leadership

Business development

Travel readiness

GAAS / GAAP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CPA license

Job description

Job Information

Audit Senior Manager, State and Local Gov't - Top 100 firm, 5 weeks PTO, 5% 401 K matching, & hybrid

Salary: $170,000 - $215,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are based in the LA/OC area and we are a rapidly growing, Top 100 CPA firm that values its employees and promotes a strong culture! Our practice is built on the foundation that our people mean more to us than anything else! What that means for you, is that we expect you to enjoy a work-life balance that promotes personal health, well-being, and family life! We want you to be focused on providing fantastic service to our local community and the clients you work with.

Why join us?

• Competitive Compensation!
• 401K w/matching!
• Best Benefits in the Industry!
• Accelerated Partner Track!
• Work/Home Balance!
• Continued Education!

Job Details

Qualifications

• Approximately 7 to 10 years of experience in public accounting and a minimum of 2 years in a manager position, with significant experience in the public sector, including auditing state and local governments (i.e., cities, counties, special districts, charter schools, etc.)
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
• Holds a current and valid CPA license.
• Ability to travel to assigned client locations.
• Demonstrated ability to bring in new business to a CPA Firm
• Possesses thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles in the United States, (U.S. GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) standards
• Significant experience conducting audits in accordance with General Accepted Governmental Auditing Standards (GAGAS/Yellow Book), Generally Accepted Audit Standards (GAAS) and the Uniform Guidance
• Maintains appropriate compliance with all Firm-wide policies and procedures.
• Ability to direct, review and train departmental staff.
• Exposure to conducting audits of not for profit organizations

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.