Director of Government Auditing

Director of Government Auditing

Location: Oakland, MD (Hybrid)

Experience Level: Director (6+ Years)

Job Function: Accounting / Auditing

Industry: Public Accounting

Our firm has been retained by a respected and mission-driven public accounting firm to find a Director of Government Auditing. This is a high-impact leadership role designed for a seasoned CPA who excels in Audit & Assurance (A&A) and enjoys serving as a trusted advisor to governmental entities.

This unique position offers a specialized seasonal schedule: you will lead engagements full-time from June through January. From February through May, your primary responsibility is maintaining CPE requirements (covered by the firm), with no requirement to report on-site. This role is perfect for a technical expert who values a collaborative environment and a non-traditional, flexible annual calendar.

Key Responsibilities:

• Engagement Oversight: Lead and oversee financial statement audits for government entities from planning through completion.
• Compliance Management: Manage and review single audits, ensuring strict adherence to all federal and state requirements and firm methodologies.
• Client Advisory: Serve as the primary point of contact for government clients, building long-term relationships and providing strategic guidance.
• Team Leadership: Provide technical mentorship and review the work of audit staff and senior team members to ensure quality and professional development.
• Workflow Optimization: Collaborate with firm leadership to improve audit efficiencies and enforce firm-wide quality standards.
• Technical Execution: Utilize audit software (preferred experience with CCH ProSystem fx Engagement) to support high-quality delivery.

Additional Information

• Travel: Hybrid flexibility is available, but proximity to the Oakland, MD area is required for audit cycles.
• Schedule Note: While this is a yearly salaried position, the core workload is concentrated between June and January.

Requirements:
• Credentials: Active CPA license is strictly required.
• Experience: 6–8 years of recent experience in Public Accounting.
• Technical Expertise: Robust background in Audit & Assurance (A&A), specifically related to financial statement preparation and single audits.
• Leadership: Demonstrated experience leading or reviewing complex governmental audits and managing audit teams.
• Location: Ability to work in a hybrid capacity in or near Oakland, Maryland.
• Eligibility: No visa sponsorship is available for this role.

Preferred Skills:

• Proficiency with CCH ProSystem fx Engagement.
• Strong collaborative leadership style and excellent client-facing communication skills.

Benefits:
Our client provides a supportive, mission-driven culture that balances high-level professional impact with personal flexibility.

• Unique Schedule: Full-time salary with a seasonal on-site/hybrid focus (June–January), allowing for significant flexibility during the off-season.
• Professional Development: 100% firm-paid CPE requirements, including specialized government audit training (80 hours every 2 years).
• Compensation: Competitive yearly salary (approx. $120K, negotiable based on experience).
• Relocation: Limited relocation assistance (moving expenses) may be offered for the right candidate.
• Impact: A leadership role that directly contributes to the transparency and success of public-sector entities.

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