Govt Local Audit Director Hybrid Path to Partnership

Red Seal Recruiting; Albany (OR); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Progressive regional CPA firm is seeking an Audit Director with a strong State & Local Government specialization for a fast track to Partnership. The role offers a hybrid work environment with relocation assistance available.

The Director will manage multiple auditing engagements, supervise staff, develop client relationships, and contribute to business development. Travel to client sites is required, CPA licensure and government auditing experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Approximately 10 years of experience in public accounting.
• Minimum 2 years in a senior manager position.
• Significant experience with government audits (state & local).
• CPA license is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain client relationships throughout the year and understand client operations.
• Lead or report to engagement partner on engagements.
• Sign attest opinions when acting as engagement partner.
• Oversee engagement work to ensure compliance with accounting frameworks and firm policy.
• Identify issues and propose solutions with partner input.
• Schedule engagements and oversee staffing and workflow.
• Serve as subject matter expert for governmental sector.
• Ensure billing and collections per policy.
• Supervise and train staff and review working papers.
• Contribute to staff evaluations and recruitment.
• Engage in business development and client meetings for fee estimates.

Skills

Public accounting

Senior management

Client relationship management

GAGAS/Yellow Book

GAAS

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Job description

Progressive regional CPA firm is seeking an Audit Director with a strong State & Local Government specialization for a fast track to Partnership. The role offers a hybrid work environment with relocation assistance available.

The Director will manage multiple auditing engagements, supervise staff, develop client relationships, and contribute to business development. Travel to client sites is required, CPA licensure and government auditing experience are essential.