What are the responsibilities and job description for the Audit Director – State & Local Government position at Gables Search Group?
Innovative regional CPA firm is seeking an Audit Director with expertise in State and Local Government audits, offering a direct path to Partnership and a balanced work environment. Assistance with relocation is available.
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The Audit Director serves as the link between the Partner, the client, and the professional team. Responsibilities include overseeing multiple audit and accounting projects, managing client engagements, and coordinating workflow. The Director also plays a key role in developing staff, creating new business opportunities, and nurturing client relationships.
Key Duties
- Maintaining regular communication with clients, understanding their operations and building strong relationships.
- Acting as the engagement partner or reporting to the partner as required by firm policies.
- Signing attest opinions on behalf of the firm in the role of engagement partner.
- Supervising all stages of engagements and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and firm policies.
- Keeping the engagement Partner informed of client account developments and addressing any issues.
- Ensuring proper scheduling of engagements and adherence to billing and collection practices.
- Serving as a subject matter expert in governmental audits.
- Supervising staff, providing training, and conducting performance evaluations.
- Participating in recruitment activities and business development efforts.
- Leading prospect client engagements and maintaining firm-wide compliance.
Requirements
- At least 10 years of experience in public accounting with 2 years in a senior manager role, focusing on state and local government audits.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field.
- Active CPA license is required.
- Ability to travel to client and firm locations.
- Proven track record in generating new business for a CPA Firm.
- Experience in audits following General Accepted Governmental Auditing Standards (GAGAS/Yellow Book) and other frameworks.
- Proficiency in managing and training staff, as well as conducting audits of not-for-profit organizations.
Working Environment
- Hybrid work setup to accommodate client needs and staff training.
- Occasional same-day travel to client sites, meetings, and seminars.
- Out-of-town travel with overnight stays may be required.
- Overtime work expected during peak periods from August to February.