Director - Audit & Attest (52659)

Citrin Cooperman; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Citrin Cooperman is seeking a Director to join the Audit Department in San Diego, CA. The Director will lead audit engagements, mentor teams, and develop client relationships while driving growth and maintaining high-quality standards.

The role requires CPA eligibility with 6+ years in public accounting, including supervisory experience, and proficiency in Caseware/Caseview and Microsoft Office. This is a full-time on-site opportunity in San Diego.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• CPA eligibility by completing 150 credit hours.
• Minimum 6 years at a public accounting firm, with at least 2 years in supervision.

Responsibilities

• Lead engagement teams across audits, reviews, and compilations with fieldwork and documentation review.
• Identify key audit risk areas and present conclusions to Partners.
• Train and mentor staff to ensure high-quality work and professional growth.
• Cultivate strong client relationships through proactive communication.
• Coordinate with Partners on work status and client issues.
• Evaluate staff performance and provide constructive feedback.
• Develop budgets and pricing strategies for audit engagements.
• Participate in business development, proposals, and networking.
• Stay current with industry developments, regulatory changes, and auditing trends.
• Engage in professional development to enhance technical skills.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Analytical skills

Project management

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA eligibility / 150 credit hours

Tools

Caseware/Caseview

Job description

Citrin Cooperman offers a dynamic work environment, fostering professional growth and collaboration. We’re continuously seeking talented individuals who bring fresh perspectives, a problem-solving mindset, and sharp technical expertise. We know you have choices, so our team of collaborative, innovative professionals are at the ready to support your professional development. At Citrin Cooperman, we offer competitive compensation and benefits and most importantly, the flexibility to manage your personal and professional life to focus on what matters most to you!

Responsibilities

We are looking for a Director to join the Audit Department in San Diego, CA. As an Audit Director, you will be responsible for:

• Lead engagement teams in conducting comprehensive audits, reviews, and compilations, including fieldwork, testing, and documentation review.
• Identify key audit risk areas, formulate overall audit approaches, and present conclusions to Partners.
• Train and mentor team members to ensure high-quality work, streamline processes, and foster professional growth.
• Cultivate positive relationships with clients through proactive communication and engagement with client personnel.
• Coordinate and communicate with Partners regarding work status and client issues.
• Evaluate staff performance and deliver constructive feedback as needed.
• Develop budgets and pricing strategies for audit engagements.
• Participate in business development activities, including proposal preparation, and networking events, to support the growth and expansion of the firm.
• Stay abreast of industry developments, regulatory changes, and emerging trends in auditing practices.
• Participate in professional development activities to enhance technical skills and knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
• CPA or obtain 150 credit hours for CPA eligibility
• Minimum of 6 years with a public accounting firm required, including at least 2 years in a supervisory capacity
• Proficiency in managing teams across various engagements
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a focus on client responsiveness
• Strong analytical, organizational, and project management abilities
• Demonstrated teamwork and leadership skills
• Ability to excel both independently and collaboratively
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications
• Knowledge of Caseware/Caseview is a plus