Audit Manager – State & Local Government
09.09.2026
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State Government Audit Supervisor
Dynamic regional CPA firm seeks an Audit Manager with a focus on State and Local Government - Exciting path to Director / Partnership - Reasonable work-life balance - Blended work environment. Relocation support provided.
The Manager serves as the point of contact between the Partner, the client, and the professional team. Managers oversee numerous auditing and accounting projects and client engagements concurrently, as well as coordinating engagement workflow, staffing, and scheduling. Managers mentor and develop staff while also fostering new business opportunities for the Firm. They play a key role in nurturing client relationships.
Responsibilities
- Oversee all phases of audit or review engagements on multiple projects simultaneously
- Maintain consistent communication with clients, possessing in-depth knowledge of client operations and controls; cultivating strong client relations
- Keep engagement Director or Partner informed of major client account developments; identify potential issues and propose solutions
- Showcase expertise in technical skills, work quality, and application of professional and Firm standards, offering advisory services to clients
- Ensure proper scheduling of engagements
- Maintain a comprehensive understanding of the firm's audit approach
- Create, track, and adhere to budgets for designated Assurance and Advisory engagements; investigate and explain budget overruns and identify scope expansion opportunities
- Anticipate potential engagement issues and questions
- Review financial statements and client deliverables
- Supervise and review work of senior accountants and staff accountants
- Contribute to staff performance evaluations, reviews, and mentoring
- Participate in Firm business development initiatives
Qualifications
- Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
- At least five years of public accounting experience, specifically in the public sector, including auditing state and local governments
- Active CPA license
- Preferred Qualifications:
- Demonstrated leadership abilities and team collaboration skills
- Effective prioritization and deadline management skills
- Thorough understanding of U.S. GAAP and GASB standards
- Extensive experience conducting audits in accordance with GAGAS, GAAS, and Uniform Guidance
- Open to training, supervision, and feedback
- Capability to oversee, review, and train staff at all levels
- Exposure to auditing not-for-profit organizations
Working Conditions
- Hybrid work setup (remote, office, or client location) as necessary to serve clients and train staff
- Same-day travel to client sites, meetings, and seminars as required
- Occasional out-of-town travel with overnight stays for client work, meetings, or seminars
- Overtime expected throughout the year, with peak periods from August to February