Director of Government Auditing
Confidential Recruiting Partners, Oakland, Maryland, United States, 21550
Director of Government Auditing | CPA | Public ...
Our client is seeking a
Director of Government Auditing to lead and oversee complex governmental audit engagements. This role is ideal for a seasoned CPA with deep experience in Audit & Assurance (A&A), governmental financial statements, and single audits. The Director will serve as a technical expert, engagement leader, and trusted advisor to government clients while mentoring audit staff and ensuring audit quality across the practice. This position offers a unique
seasonal workflow : full-time audit leadership during peak season (June–January), followed by a flexible off-season focused on maintaining required CPE credits for government auditing. Requirements: Audit Leadership & Technical Oversight Lead and manage financial statement audits for government entities from planning through completion. Oversee and review single audits, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. Ensure all engagements meet professional standards, regulatory requirements, and firm methodologies. Provide technical guidance on complex audit issues, governmental accounting standards, and A&A matters. Client Relationship Management Serve as the primary point of contact for government clients. Build and maintain strong, long-term client relationships. Deliver clear, timely communication regarding audit progress, findings, and recommendations. Mentor, coach, and review the work of audit staff and senior auditors. Support staff development through training, feedback, and technical guidance. Collaborate with firm leadership to enhance audit processes, workflows, and quality controls. Operational & Strategic Contribution Manage engagement timelines, budgets, and deliverables. Contribute to firm-wide initiatives related to audit quality, efficiency, and best practices. Utilize experience with audit software (preferred: CCH ProSystem fx Engagement) to support audit execution. Qualifications/Must-Haves: Active CPA license (required) Experience supervising or mentoring audit staff. 6–8 years of recent experience in public accounting. Strong background in Audit & Assurance (A&A) Ability to work in a hybrid capacity in or near Oakland, MD. Demonstrated experience leading or reviewing governmental audits. Advanced knowledge of financial statement preparation and single audits. Proven ability to manage complex audit engagements and client relationships. All education levels will be considered; equivalent practical experience is fully acceptable. Seasonal Work Structure: This is a full-time salaried role with a unique annual workflow: June–January (Peak Season): Full-time audit leadership, hybrid schedule with required onsite presence. February–May (Off-Season): No onsite requirement, focus on maintaining required CPE for government audits: 80 hours of A&A CPE every 2 years, includes 24 hours of government-specific training. All training costs are covered by the firm. Preferred Skills: Experience with CCH ProSystem fx Engagement. Familiarity with government-specific regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements.
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Our client is seeking a
Director of Government Auditing to lead and oversee complex governmental audit engagements. This role is ideal for a seasoned CPA with deep experience in Audit & Assurance (A&A), governmental financial statements, and single audits. The Director will serve as a technical expert, engagement leader, and trusted advisor to government clients while mentoring audit staff and ensuring audit quality across the practice. This position offers a unique
seasonal workflow : full-time audit leadership during peak season (June–January), followed by a flexible off-season focused on maintaining required CPE credits for government auditing. Requirements: Audit Leadership & Technical Oversight Lead and manage financial statement audits for government entities from planning through completion. Oversee and review single audits, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. Ensure all engagements meet professional standards, regulatory requirements, and firm methodologies. Provide technical guidance on complex audit issues, governmental accounting standards, and A&A matters. Client Relationship Management Serve as the primary point of contact for government clients. Build and maintain strong, long-term client relationships. Deliver clear, timely communication regarding audit progress, findings, and recommendations. Mentor, coach, and review the work of audit staff and senior auditors. Support staff development through training, feedback, and technical guidance. Collaborate with firm leadership to enhance audit processes, workflows, and quality controls. Operational & Strategic Contribution Manage engagement timelines, budgets, and deliverables. Contribute to firm-wide initiatives related to audit quality, efficiency, and best practices. Utilize experience with audit software (preferred: CCH ProSystem fx Engagement) to support audit execution. Qualifications/Must-Haves: Active CPA license (required) Experience supervising or mentoring audit staff. 6–8 years of recent experience in public accounting. Strong background in Audit & Assurance (A&A) Ability to work in a hybrid capacity in or near Oakland, MD. Demonstrated experience leading or reviewing governmental audits. Advanced knowledge of financial statement preparation and single audits. Proven ability to manage complex audit engagements and client relationships. All education levels will be considered; equivalent practical experience is fully acceptable. Seasonal Work Structure: This is a full-time salaried role with a unique annual workflow: June–January (Peak Season): Full-time audit leadership, hybrid schedule with required onsite presence. February–May (Off-Season): No onsite requirement, focus on maintaining required CPE for government audits: 80 hours of A&A CPE every 2 years, includes 24 hours of government-specific training. All training costs are covered by the firm. Preferred Skills: Experience with CCH ProSystem fx Engagement. Familiarity with government-specific regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements.
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