Audit Director National Assurance - State and Local Government
CliftonLarsonAllen, Boston, MA, United States
CLA is a top 10 national professional services firm where
our purpose is to create opportunities
every day, for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services. Even with more than 8,500 people, 130 U.S. locations, and a global reach, we promise to know you and help you.
CLA is dedicated to building a culture that invites different beliefs and perspectives to the table, so we can truly know and help our clients, communities, and each other.
Our Perks
Flexible PTO (designed to offer flexible time away for you!)
Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave.
Paid Volunteer Time Off
Mental health coverage
Quarterly Wellness stipend
Fertility benefits
Complete list of benefits here
CLA is currently seeking an
Audit Director
in our
National Assurance Group
to support our 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 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.
How you’ll create opportunities in this role
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
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or advanced degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
7+ 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
Wage Range for Minnesota – 88,000.00 - 165,000.00 USD
Wage Range for Illinois – 94,000.00 - 171,000.00 USD
Wage Range for Massachusetts – 109,000.00 - 184,000.00 USD
Wage Range for Colorado – 104,300.00 - 171,000.00 USD
Wage Range for Washington – 116,900.00 - 159,000.00 USD
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our purpose is to create opportunities
every day, for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services. Even with more than 8,500 people, 130 U.S. locations, and a global reach, we promise to know you and help you.
CLA is dedicated to building a culture that invites different beliefs and perspectives to the table, so we can truly know and help our clients, communities, and each other.
Our Perks
Flexible PTO (designed to offer flexible time away for you!)
Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave.
Paid Volunteer Time Off
Mental health coverage
Quarterly Wellness stipend
Fertility benefits
Complete list of benefits here
CLA is currently seeking an
Audit Director
in our
National Assurance Group
to support our 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 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.
How you’ll create opportunities in this role
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
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or advanced degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
7+ 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
Wage Range for Minnesota – 88,000.00 - 165,000.00 USD
Wage Range for Illinois – 94,000.00 - 171,000.00 USD
Wage Range for Massachusetts – 109,000.00 - 184,000.00 USD
Wage Range for Colorado – 104,300.00 - 171,000.00 USD
Wage Range for Washington – 116,900.00 - 159,000.00 USD
#LI-MFD
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
#J-18808-Ljbffr