Audit Manager/Director State and Local Government

About the role

CLA is a top 10 national professional services firm providing industry-focused wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services. With more than 8,500 people, 130 U.S. locations, and a global reach, CLA is dedicated to building a culture that invites different beliefs and perspectives. CLA is seeking an Audit Director/Audit Manager to join our State and Local Government (SLG) practice in any of our Sunbelt Region Offices. Our SLG group is one of the fastest growing practice areas within CLA, consisting of 600 professionals serving over 2,100 local, county, and state government agencies.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop relationships with great clients.
• 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.
• Communicate important developments to the engagement principal along with facts, conclusions, and recommendations.

Qualifications

• 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 people and managing governmental audits and Single audits strongly preferred.
• CPA license certification is required.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision coverage
• 401k
• Physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being support