Audit & Assurance Partner

Talley LLP • Orange, CA

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Talley LLP is seeking an Audit & Assurance Partner to lead and expand its audit and assurance practice. This role is ideal for an experienced public accounting leader ready to step into a client-facing partner role in a dynamic, multidisciplinary firm environment.
The incoming Partner will oversee existing client relationships, manage and develop the A&A team, and play a pivotal role in strategic firm growth—both through exceptional service delivery and through the expansion of a personal or firm-supported book of business.
You’ll work closely with other Partners and the executive team to integrate A&A solutions with Talley’s Tax, Legal, Consulting, and Wealth Management divisions, ensuring clients receive coordinated, high-value advisory support across the enterprise.

Requirements

• Active CPA (California) required.
• 15+ years of progressive public accounting experience with 5+ years at the Partner or Director level.
• Provide leadership and oversight in managing and expanding a high-performing audit practice, driving client growth, profitability, and long-term firm value.
• Demonstrate the ability to attract, advise, and retain privately held business clients through exceptional service, trust-based relationships, and value-driven advisory solutions.
• Exhibit an entrepreneurial mindset focused on expanding the firm’s client base, driving practice growth, and building long-term equity value.
• Provide firmwide leadership in the application and interpretation of GAAP, GAAS, and related assurance standards to ensure technical excellence and compliance across all engagements.
• Demonstrate exceptional leadership, communication, and relationship management skills to inspire teams, strengthen client partnerships, and advance firm objectives.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with CCH Engagement, Knowledge Coach, and AI-enabled tools preferred.
• Leverage existing client relationships and develop new ones with the support of the firm’s dedicated resources, marketing initiatives, and business development infrastructure to accelerate practice growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Audit & Assurance practice, including financial reporting, attestation, and advisory engagements.
• Develop and execute a growth strategy to expand the practice to $5–7M+ in annual revenue within 3–5 years through new client acquisition, cross-selling, and thought leadership.
• Provide strategic oversight and guidance to ensure effective collaboration across departments, fostering seamless integration of the Audit & Assurance function with Tax, CAS, Consulting, and Legal service lines.
• Oversee and contribute to firmwide leadership initiatives by guiding budgeting, strategic planning, and partner-level discussions to ensure alignment with long-term growth objectives.
• Represent Talley in the Orange County business community and relevant professional associations.
• Serve as the engagement partner on audits, reviews, compilations, and special projects.
• Provide technical guidance on complex accounting and reporting matters (ASC 606, ASC 842, etc.).
• Advise privately held companies, family offices, and high-growth entrepreneurial clients.
• Provide strategic direction to expand value-added advisory services, including internal controls, valuations, M&A due diligence, and process improvement consulting that deepens client relationships and accelerate firm growth.
• Leverage the full Talley ecosystem to meet client needs including Audit, Tax, Legal, and Consulting.
• Provide strategic oversight of engagement planning, risk assessment, and quality control processes to ensure compliance with professional standards and alignment with firm objectives.
• Provide strategic oversight to ensure optimal resource allocation and workflow efficiency through the effective use of technology and AI-driven tools.
• Provide leadership and guidance in the firm’s adoption of AI-driven audit tools, analytics, and automation to enhance efficiency and service quality.
• Oversee participation in peer reviews, quality assurance initiatives, and firm governance activities to uphold professional standards and continuous improvement.
• Provide strategic leadership mentoring and developing the next generation of Audit & Assurance leaders, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous growth.
• Oversee the delivery of structured feedback, professional development initiatives, and leadership training to cultivate a high-performing Audit & Assurance team.
• Provide strategic oversight to attract, develop, and retain a high-performing Audit & Assurance team built on accountability, collaboration, and professional excellence.

Benefits

• Integrated advisory model connecting tax, legal, consulting, and wealth management under one roof.
• Hybrid work flexibility with headquarters in Orange, CA.
• Collaborative culture—partner group values transparency, integrity, and innovation.
• Entrepreneurial environment where you can shape your practice, influence firm direction, and share in long-term growth.
• Competitive partner compensation with performance-based incentives and equity potential.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees