Audit Director (SEC, PCAOB) - Partner Track

Audit Director - (*Partner-Fast-Track)

Irvine, CA | Full-Time | In-Office

About Us: We are a highly respected public accounting and advisory firm known for delivering sophisticated audit, tax, and business solutions to a diverse domestic and international client base. Our team is built around technical excellence, collaborative leadership, and a strong commitment to quality, professional growth, and long-term client partnerships.

The Position: We are hiring an experienced Audit Director to lead complex public company audit engagements and serve as a key leader within our assurance practice. This role is ideal for a technically strong CPA with deep PCAOB and SEC experience who enjoys mentoring teams, managing client relationships, and helping grow a high-performing audit practice.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and oversee PCAOB and SEC audit engagements from planning through final issuance
• Review audit workpapers, financial statements, and SEC filings including 10-Ks and 10-Qs
• Ensure compliance with PCAOB standards, U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, and internal control requirements
• Serve as the primary point of contact for public company audit clients
• Provide technical guidance on complex accounting and auditing matters
• Mentor, develop, and lead audit managers, seniors, and staff
• Manage engagement budgets, timing, deliverables, and overall client satisfaction
• Support practice growth through client relationship development and business development efforts

What You Need (Qualifications)

• Active CPA license required
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; Master’s preferred
• 10 years of public accounting experience
• Significant PCAOB audit and SEC client experience required
• Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting, and SOX/internal controls
• Proven leadership experience managing and developing audit teams
• Strong client-facing communication and executive presence
• Demonstrated business development strength and ability to grow client relationships and network opportunities

What’s Offered (Competitive Full Package – National)

• Salary: $185,000-$250,000 (DOE)
• Profit-sharing bonus opportunities
• Competitive full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO and paid time off
• Flexible schedule
• Long-term leadership opportunity with a growing, collaborative firm environment

Apply Today: Apply directly to this job ad with your updated resume, then email it to the recruiter listed below for a prompt review and consideration.

ian.kerr@BancroftSP.com

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