Audit Manager/Director State and Local Government

About the role

CLA is a top 10 national professional services firm dedicated to creating opportunities for clients, people, and communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services. With over 8,500 people, 130 U.S. locations, and global reach, CLA is seeking an Audit Director/Audit Manager to join our State and Local Government (SLG) practice in the Northeast. The SLG group is one of the fastest-growing practice areas, consisting of 600 professionals serving over 2,100 local, county, and state government agencies.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop relationships with clients.
• Assist clients in obtaining necessary funding to positively impact their communities.
• Help clients meet audit and financial planning objectives using a range of tools.
• Foster staff development through mentoring and overseeing client engagement teams.
• Lead engagement progress by monitoring time budgets and deadlines.
• Communicate key developments, facts, conclusions, and recommendations to the engagement principal.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in a large professional services or public accounting firm driving strategic management.
• Experience leading teams of high-performing professionals and managing governmental audits and Single Audits (strongly preferred).
• CPA license certification is required.

Pay

The compensation range for this position varies by location:

• Maryland: $116,000.00 - $187,000.00
• Massachusetts: $112,000.00 - $187,000.00
• Virginia: $118,000.00 - $187,000.00

CLA’s approach to compensation emphasizes collaboration and career growth, with pay determined by factors such as geography, experience, education, skills, and knowledge.

Benefits

CLA offers comprehensive benefits to support physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being, including:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Additional wellness-focused benefits