Senior Assurance Principal - Audit & Client Lead

CliftonLarsonAllen LLP; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

CliftonLarsonAllen LLP in the United States is seeking an Assurance Principal to lead client engagements and drive audit and financial planning objectives. You will manage relationships, review engagement terms, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality services.

The role requires a CPA license and 8+ years in public accounting, with responsibility for budgets, staff mentoring, and engagement oversight. Competitive compensation is offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 8+ years of public accounting experience with emphasis in financial statement preparation and audits.
• CPA license is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop relationships with great clients.
• Assume full responsibility for all services for clients in a book of business.
• Review and sign engagement letters, discuss the nature and terms of assignments with clients and staff, and approve fees.
• Review and approve work papers prepared by staff.
• Periodically review engagement progress to determine whether all phases of the engagement are being carried out properly.
• Review time budgets and deadlines, provide ongoing attention to client’s management, and attend final client meetings.
• Communicate with managers and staff regarding engagement status, client problems, findings, and recommendations.
• 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.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA license

Job description

CliftonLarsonAllen LLP in the United States is seeking an Assurance Principal to lead client engagements and drive audit and financial planning objectives. You will manage relationships, review engagement terms, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality services.

The role requires a CPA license and 8+ years in public accounting, with responsibility for budgets, staff mentoring, and engagement oversight. Competitive compensation is offered.