Government Audit Director – Hybrid, Path to Partnership

Workforce Recruiter; Salem (OR); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Relocation assistance available

Job summary

Progressive regonal CPA firm is seeking an Audit Director with a strong state and local government specialization. The role leads engagements, mentors staff, and drives client relationships while coordinating with partners across multiple auditing projects.

Hybrid work environment with relocation assistance available. Travel to client sites and offices is required as part of engagements and business development efforts.

Qualifications

• Approximately 10 years in public accounting with senior manager experience
• Significant government sector auditing experience (state/local)
• CPA licensed and in good standing
• Ability to travel to client and firm locations
• Experience with GAAS, GAAP, and Yellow Book requirements
• Proven new business development and client relationship skills
• Ability to recruit, train, and mentor staff

Responsibilities

• Maintain ongoing client contact and understanding of client operations and controls
• Serve as engagement partner or report to partner on engagements
• Sign attest opinions as engagement partner when assigned
• Oversee engagement planning, staffing, and workflow
• Identify issues and communicate with partners; implement solutions
• Lead staff training and perform performance evaluations
• Lead business development efforts and client meetings; prepare fee estimates
• Ensure compliance with firm policies and engagement schedules
• Assist in recruitment of Assurance and Advisory staff

Skills

CPA license

Staff leadership

Client relationship management

Public sector auditing

GAGAS / Yellow Book

GAAS / GAAP

Business development

Project management

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Job description

Progressive regonal CPA firm is seeking an Audit Director with a strong state and local government specialization. The role leads engagements, mentors staff, and drives client relationships while coordinating with partners across multiple auditing projects.

Hybrid work environment with relocation assistance available. Travel to client sites and offices is required as part of engagements and business development efforts.