Government Audit Manager - Lead Public Sector Audits

Hawkins Ash Cpas, LLP; Neenah (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawkins Ash CPAs in Wisconsin is seeking a Government Audit Manager to lead public-sector engagements and mentor junior staff. The role involves planning, supervising fieldwork, and delivering high-quality financial statements and Yellow Book-compliant reports for municipalities, school districts, housing authorities, and related entities.

You will oversee engagements, ensure compliance with standards, and contribute to business development and community relations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field with CPA.
• Six years of accounting and financial services experience preferred.
• Experience auditing governmental entities with knowledge of governmental accounting and reporting.
• Experience conducting audits under Government Auditing Standards (Yellow Book).
• Experience planning and performing Single Audits under the Uniform Guidance; travel ability.

Responsibilities

• Perform audits, reviews, compilations, and agreed-upon procedures for governmental entities.
• Plan engagements, perform fieldwork, and prepare disclosures and required reports.
• Plan and perform governmental audits per Yellow Book standards.
• Plan and perform Single Audits under Uniform Guidance, testing internal controls.
• Travel to engagements, including occasional overnight travel.
• Respond to RFPs and supervise staff.
• Provide leadership and career guidance to staff.
• Engage with community relations and professional education.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

CPA

Communication

Multi-tasking

Microsoft Office

Travel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Accounting software packages

Job description

Hawkins Ash CPAs in Wisconsin is seeking a Government Audit Manager to lead public-sector engagements and mentor junior staff. The role involves planning, supervising fieldwork, and delivering high-quality financial statements and Yellow Book-compliant reports for municipalities, school districts, housing authorities, and related entities.

You will oversee engagements, ensure compliance with standards, and contribute to business development and community relations.