Audit Manager State & Local Government

Assume full responsibility for planning, supervising, and controlling all phases of the firm s regular services for those clients delegated by principals.Delegate or assume in-charge responsibility; project and plan the timing of the workload to promote the most efficient operation of the staff.Lead the decision-making process for assigned engagements/clients; keep the engagement principal fully informed of major decisions, engagement progress, the client s situation, and potential problems.Develop a responsible and trained staff through assistance in recruiting, planning assignments, resolving problems, providing direct consultation to staff, evaluating staff performance, and acting as an instructor or discussion leader in professional development programs.Evaluate internal controls and audit programs prepared by staff, revise as necessary, and present to the engagement principal for approval.Follow the engagement progress through monitoring time budgets and deadlines for adherence; communicate important developments to the engagement principal along with facts, conclusions and recommendations; provide ongoing attention to client management; and prepare final client meetings.Requirements Education/ExperienceBachelor s or Master s degree in Accounting or related field6+ years of public accounting experience with emphasis in financial statement preparation, audits, reviews, and compilationsPrior experience servicing clients in the Public Sector State & Local Government preferredCurrent CPA licensure requiredAbility to travel to client sites that may also require overnight travelSkills/KnowledgeAdvanced technical knowledge of audit and accounting concepts and standards, preferably specific to State and Local governmentDemonstrated ability to manage client relationshipsStrong communication and analytical skillsAbility to show strong leadership and mentoring capabilitiesDynamic interpersonal manner with the capacity to develop and train staff through supervised practiceAbility to communicate effectively with councils and boards in a public settingExcellent client service orientation with an ability to expand services and develop new businessAbility to promote CLA and interact with professional industry groups