Audit Director National Assurance - State and Local Government
About The Position
CLA is a top 10 national professional services firm seeking an Audit Director in their National Assurance Group to support their State and Local Government practice. The ideal candidate will have extensive audit technical review experience working with GASB reporters, with a strong emphasis on state and local governments and/or higher education institutions. This individual should demonstrate a deep understanding of the operations and standards unique to these entities, including proficiency in Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) pronouncements, Government Auditing Standards, Uniform Guidance, and generally accepted accounting principles. This role reports directly to the Managing Principal of National Assurance and can be located in any state.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or advanced degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 6 years of experience in a public accounting environment or equivalent
- CPA or equivalent
- Current on professional standards, Government Auditing Standards, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, and Uniform Guidance
- Problem solver and solution provider
- Superior verbal and written communication skills
- Solid analytical and decision-making skills
- Ability to communicate complex concepts to engagement teams and clients
- Ability to use various assurance research products effectively
Responsibilities
- Interact and collaborate with others across all levels of the Firm and on occasion with clients
- Perform the quality control review of assurance engagements
- Analyze observations and findings, perform root cause analysis, and proactively collaborate to develop process improvements
- Be a technical resource for engagement teams assisting in research and consultation for the application of professional standards and generally accepted accounting principles
- Assist in development and maintenance of assurance methodology and practice aids for implementation of new standards and related learning
- Develop thought leadership for internal and external users
Benefits
- health
- dental
- vision
- 401k
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
