Senior Assurance Lead - Financial Services Audits

CliftonLarsonAllen (CLA); Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 181,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Wellness program

Job summary

CliftonLarsonAllen (CLA) in Washington seeks an Assurance Manager or Director to lead audit engagements for financial services clients, ensuring quality, timely delivery and strong client service.

You will mentor teams, manage budgets, and contribute to business development while upholding CPA standards and regulatory requirements. Competitive compensation ranges reflect geography and experience.

Qualifications

• 6 years of relevant experience required.
• Experience in a large professional services or public accounting firm, driving strategic management preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field is required.
• CPA required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage audit and assurance engagements from planning through completion.
• Serve as a primary client contact, providing proactive guidance and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Oversee engagement budgets, timelines, and quality standards.
• Review audit plans, internal control assessments, and engagement deliverables.
• Mentor, coach, and develop team members through ongoing feedback and professional development.
• Support recruiting, onboarding, and retention of top talent.
• Contribute to business development efforts by strengthening existing client relationships and identifying growth opportunities.
• Deliver operational excellence while ensuring profitable engagement execution and an exceptional client experience.

Skills

CPA

Leadership

Auditing

Client relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Job description

CliftonLarsonAllen (CLA) in Washington seeks an Assurance Manager or Director to lead audit engagements for financial services clients, ensuring quality, timely delivery and strong client service.

You will mentor teams, manage budgets, and contribute to business development while upholding CPA standards and regulatory requirements. Competitive compensation ranges reflect geography and experience.