Director of Government Auditing

Position Overview:

• The Director of Government Auditing plays a key role in executing and reviewing audit engagements for government entities.
• This position is responsible for ensuring audit quality, regulatory compliance, and timely delivery while upholding firm standards and supporting the development of audit staff.
• The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise, sound judgment, and a client-first mindset.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee financial statement audits for government entities from planning through completion
• Manage and review single audits, ensuring compliance with all federal and state requirements
• Serve as a primary point of contact for government clients, building and maintaining strong relationships
• Ensure all audit engagements comply with professional standards, regulatory guidelines, and firm methodologies
• Provide technical guidance, review, and mentorship to audit staff and senior team members
• Collaborate with firm leadership and internal stakeholders to improve audit workflows and efficiencies
• Uphold and enforce firm-wide policies, quality standards, and best practices
• Manage engagement timelines to ensure accurate, high-quality, and timely audit delivery
• Preferred: Utilize experience with CCH ProSystem fx Engagement to support audit execution and review

Qualifications

• Active CPA license (required)
• 6–8 years of recent experience in public accounting
• Strong background in Audit & Assurance (A&A) services
• Demonstrated experience leading or reviewing governmental audits
• Advanced knowledge of financial statement preparation and single audits
• Proven ability to manage client-facing engagements and complex audit projects
• Experience providing oversight and leadership to audit teams
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative leadership style
• Ability to work in a hybrid capacity in or near Oakland, Maryland

Why This Role?

• Hybrid work environment with flexibility
• Leadership role with meaningful public-sector impact
• Competitive compensation and long-term career growth
• Supportive, mission-driven firm culture