Govt. Audit Director - Hybrid, Fast Track to Partnership

Kingfisher Recruiting; Salem (OR); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Progressive regional CPA firm seeks an Audit Director specializing in State and Local Government. This leadership role serves as liaison between partners, clients, and staff, overseeing multiple engagements and staff development. Hybrid work environment with opportunity for advancement toward partnership and relocation assistance.

The Director will lead client relationships, supervise engagement teams, and drive new business while ensuring compliance with GAAS, GAGAS, and Uniform Guidance.

Qualifications

• Approximately 10 years of public accounting experience with at least 2 years in a senior manager role.
• Experience auditing state and local governments (cities, counties, special districts, charter schools).
• CPA license is required.
• Willingness to travel to client and firm locations.
• Experience with GAGAS, GAAS and the Uniform Guidance.
• Experience recruiting and mentoring staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple audits and client engagements; oversee scheduling and staffing.
• Develop and train staff; lead engagement teams.
• Lead as engagement partner or report to partner; sign attestations.
• Ensure engagements comply with applicable accounting framework and firm policy.
• Identify issues and communicate with partners; implement solutions.
• Lead business development efforts and build client network.
• Attend prospective client meetings and provide fee estimates.
• Maintain firm-wide policy compliance and staff performance reviews.

Skills

Staff training

Client relationships

Business development

Travel

GAGAS/GAAS

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CPA license

Job description

Progressive regional CPA firm seeks an Audit Director specializing in State and Local Government. This leadership role serves as liaison between partners, clients, and staff, overseeing multiple engagements and staff development. Hybrid work environment with opportunity for advancement toward partnership and relocation assistance.

The Director will lead client relationships, supervise engagement teams, and drive new business while ensuring compliance with GAAS, GAGAS, and Uniform Guidance.