State & Local Audit Manager - Hybrid, Path to Director

Aspire Talent Solutions; Albany (OR); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire Talent Solutions is seeking an Audit Manager with a State and Local Government specialization for a fast track to Director/Partnership. This role offers a reasonable work-life balance and a hybrid work environment with relocation assistance.

The Manager serves as the liaison between partners, clients, and staff, overseeing multiple audits and engagements while developing staff and pursuing new business opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• At least five years of public accounting experience in the public sector.
• Holds a current and valid CPA license.
• Experience with audits of state and local governments.
• Knowledge of GAAP, GASB, GAAS and Yellow Book requirements.
• Ability to lead teams and meet deadlines.
• Experience auditing not-for-profit organizations.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of an audit or review on multiple engagements.
• Maintain contact with clients and understand client operations and controls.
• Update Director or Partner on developments; propose solutions.
• Demonstrate technical proficiency and apply firm standards.
• Ensure engagements are properly scheduled and staffed.
• Track budgets and scope; identify opportunities for expansion.
• Review financial statements and client deliverables.
• Direct, train and supervise staff and senior accountants.
• Contribute to business development efforts.

Skills

Team leadership

Budget management

Client relations

GAAP knowledge

GASB standards

GAGAS/Yellow Book

Not-for-profit audits

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CPA license

Job description

Aspire Talent Solutions is seeking an Audit Manager with a State and Local Government specialization for a fast track to Director/Partnership. This role offers a reasonable work-life balance and a hybrid work environment with relocation assistance.

The Manager serves as the liaison between partners, clients, and staff, overseeing multiple audits and engagements while developing staff and pursuing new business opportunities.