Job description:
We are seeking an experienced Audit Senior Manager with deep expertise in the state and local government sector to lead multiple assurance and advisory engagements. This role is designed for professionals who have mastered the responsibilities of an Audit Manager and are ready to take on greater leadership in client management, staff development, and business development initiatives.
As a Senior Manager, you will serve as a liaison between Partners, clients, and professional staff while positioning yourself for future growth opportunities within the firm.
Key Responsibilities- Maintain consistent client contact, building and strengthening long-term relationships.
- Oversee all phases of audits, reviews, and advisory engagements, ensuring deliverables comply with accounting frameworks and firm policies.
- Advise engagement Partners and Directors on developments, risks, and recommended solutions.
- Serve as a subject matter expert for government and not-for-profit clients.
- Ensure proper scheduling, staffing, budgeting, and timely execution of engagements.
- Track, monitor, and explain budget variances; proactively identify scope expansion opportunities.
- Oversee billing and collection practices in line with firm policies.
- Supervise engagement teams, review work papers, and provide on-the-job training.
- Play a pivotal role in performance evaluations, career development, and staff mentoring.
- Support firm recruitment efforts, including interviewing Assurance & Advisory candidates.
- Represent the firm in business development activities, networking with prospects, generating fee proposals, and attending client meetings.
- Lead prospective client engagements from initial communications to proposals.
Qualifications:
Qualifications & Skills- 710 years of public accounting experience, with at least 2+ years at the Manager level, including significant experience auditing state and local governments (cities, counties, special districts) in California and/or Oregon.
- Bachelors degree in Accounting or related field.
- Active CPA license required.
- Proven ability to generate new business for a CPA firm.
- In-depth knowledge of U.S. GAAP and GASB standards.
- Strong experience with GAGAS (Yellow Book), GAAS, and Uniform Guidance.
- Ability to train, supervise, and lead staff effectively.
- Exposure to audits of not-for-profit organizations preferred.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop teams.
Why is This a Great Opportunity:
Working Environment- Hybrid: flexible mix of work from home, firm office, and client site.
- Same-day travel for client meetings, site work, and seminars.
- Occasional overnight travel as required.
- Overtime expected throughout the year; peak season (AugustFebruary) requires heavier hours.
As an Audit Senior Manager, you will play a strategic role in client delivery, staff leadership, and business development while working within a collaborative, growth-oriented firm. This position offers competitive compensation, hybrid flexibility, and clear opportunities for advancement toward partnership.