Audit Senior - State and Local Government

About the Firm

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 practices. With over 8,500 professionals across 130 U.S. locations and global reach, CLA fosters a culture that values diverse beliefs and perspectives to better serve clients and communities.

About the Role

CLA is seeking an Audit Senior to join the State and Local Government (SLG) practice in the Northeast offices. The SLG group is one of the fastest-growing practice areas at CLA, comprising 600 professionals serving over 2,100 local, county, and state government agencies.

Responsibilities

• Plan, lead, and execute Assurance engagements to provide excellent client service.
• Work closely with clients and decision-makers while performing a wide range of assurance procedures.
• Audit complex areas/transactions and prepare financial statements and related reports.
• Research, analyze, and report on accounting, auditing, and related issues and developments.
• Schedule, delegate, and train team members to help them build inspired careers.
• Collaborate with managers and principals to ensure effective communication and service delivery.
• Develop and maintain effective client relationships.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience performing audits.
• State and Local Government (SLG) industry experience is a plus.
• CPA or eligibility to sit for the CPA exam is preferred.

Pay

The compensation range for this position is:

• $86,000.00 - $141,000.00 in Massachusetts.
• $96,000.00 - $146,000.00 in New York.

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.

For a complete list of benefits, visit CLA’s benefits page.