Government Audit Director: Lead Local and State Engagements

CliftonLarsonAllen Wealth Advisors, LLC; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 107,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

CLA is a top 10 national professional services firm seeking an Audit Director/Audit Manager to join our State and Local Government practice in the West Region. You will lead governmental audits, mentor teams, and drive engagement progress while building strong client relationships in Denver and surrounding areas.

We require a bachelor’s in accounting/finance and at least 6 years in a large firm, with CPA certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in a large professional services or public accounting firm.
• Experience leading teams and managing governmental audits; CPA license preferred.
• CPA license certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop relationships with great clients.
• Assist clients in obtaining necessary funding to continue to positively impact their community.
• Assist clients with meeting their audit and financial planning objectives by using a range of tools.
• Be creative with staff development, mentoring, and overseeing client engagement teams.
• Lead the engagement progress by monitoring time budgets and deadlines for adherence.
• Communicate important developments to the engagement principal along with facts, conclusions, and recommendations.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationship management

Government auditing

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

CPA license

Job description

CLA is a top 10 national professional services firm seeking an Audit Director/Audit Manager to join our State and Local Government practice in the West Region. You will lead governmental audits, mentor teams, and drive engagement progress while building strong client relationships in Denver and surrounding areas.

We require a bachelor’s in accounting/finance and at least 6 years in a large firm, with CPA certification.