Gov't Audit Director — Path to Partnership (Hybrid)

Hire Consulting Services; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Hire Consulting Services seeks an Audit Director specializing in state and local government to lead engagements and develop client relationships in a hybrid California environment.

The Director will liaise with Partners, staff, and clients, oversee multiple audits, and contribute to business development while maintaining work-life balance. Travel to client sites and offices is required.

Qualifications

• Approximately 10 years' experience in public accounting with at least 2 years in a senior manager role.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting.
• Current, valid CPA license.
• Ability to travel to client and firm locations.
• Proven track record in bringing in new business.
• Experience auditing governmental entities under GAGAS, GAAS, and Uniform Guidance.
• Experience directing, reviewing, and training staff.
• Experience auditing not-for-profit organizations.

Responsibilities

• Maintains contact with clients throughout the year and understands client operations and controls.
• Acts as engagement partner or reports to the engagement partner per firm policy.
• Signs attest opinions when designated as engagement partner.
• Oversees all engagement phases and ensures deliverables meet frameworks and firm policy.
• Informs partner of significant developments and resolves issues with guidance.
• Ensures engagements are properly scheduled and staffed.
• Serves as subject matter expert for governmental sector.
• Oversees billing and collections in line with policy.
• Supervises staff, mentors, and reviews work papers and reports.
• Contributes to staff performance evaluations and counseling.
• Involves in recruiting staff and interviewing candidates for Assurance/Advisory roles.
• Leads business development and initial client communications, including fee estimates.
• Represents the firm in client meetings and ensures policy compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Business development

Staff training

Client relationship management

Project management

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Job description

Hire Consulting Services seeks an Audit Director specializing in state and local government to lead engagements and develop client relationships in a hybrid California environment.

The Director will liaise with Partners, staff, and clients, oversee multiple audits, and contribute to business development while maintaining work-life balance. Travel to client sites and offices is required.