State & Local Government Audit Director — Hybrid Path

Rare Bird Recruiting, LLC; Albany (OR); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Progressive regional CPA firm in Albany, OR seeks an Audit Director specializing in state and local government. Fast track to partnership, hybrid work, relocation assistance. Lead engagements, supervise staff, and develop new business.

The Director manages multiple client engagements, coordinates staffing, and ensures compliance with GAAS, GAGAS, and Uniform Guidance. Travel to client sites will be required.

Qualifications

• Approximately 10 years' experience in public accounting and a minimum of 2 years in a senior manager position, with significant experience in the public sector, including auditing state and local governments (i.e., cities, counties, special districts, charter Schools etc.)
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
• Holds a current and valid CPA license
• Ability to travel to client and firm office locations
• Demonstrated ability to bring in new business to a CPA Firm
• Experience conducting audits under GAGAS/Yellow Book, GAAS and the Uniform Guidance

Responsibilities

• Maintains client relationships throughout the year and oversees engagements from start to finish.
• Sign attest opinions as engagement partner when assigned.
• Oversees all phases of engagement reporting to ensure compliance with applicable accounting framework and firm policy.
• Mentor staff and provide on-the-job training; review work papers.
• Lead business development efforts and generate fee estimates for prospective clients.
• Coordinate scheduling and engagement workflow; ensure timely delivery to clients.
• Supervise staff and maintain firm policies and procedures.

Skills

People leadership

Client relationship management

Project management

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

CPA license

Tools

GAGAS/Yellow Book

GAAS

Uniform Guidance

Audit software (CaseWare)

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Progressive regional CPA firm in Albany, OR seeks an Audit Director specializing in state and local government. Fast track to partnership, hybrid work, relocation assistance. Lead engagements, supervise staff, and develop new business.

The Director manages multiple client engagements, coordinates staffing, and ensures compliance with GAAS, GAGAS, and Uniform Guidance. Travel to client sites will be required.