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Audit Director – Assurance & Advisory Jobs in Los Angeles California Full Time

Are you an experienced public accounting professional with a passion for leading high-impact audits in the state and local government sector? This is a rare opportunity to join a top 100 West Coast accounting and consulting firm as an Audit Director, where you will manage complex engagements, mentor staff, and drive business growth while making a meaningful impact on clients and communities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Serve as the primary liaison between partners, clients, and professional staff, ensuring smooth communication and project execution.
  • Oversee multiple audit and accounting projects simultaneously, managing schedules, staffing, and workflow.
  • Maintain ongoing relationships with clients, understanding their operations, control systems, and business needs.
  • Serve as engagement partner or report directly to engagement partners; review and approve deliverables in compliance with firm policy and applicable accounting standards.
  • Act as a subject matter expert for state and local government audits, including cities, counties, and special districts.
  • Supervise and mentor engagement staff, providing on-the-job training and participating in performance evaluations.
  • Play a lead role in recruitment, interviewing, and developing Assurance & Advisory talent.
  • Actively contribute to business development, including client prospecting, fee estimates, and initial communications.
  • Ensure proper billing, collections, and compliance with firm-wide policies.
  • Conduct audits in accordance with Generally Accepted Governmental Auditing Standards (GAGAS/Yellow Book), GAAS, and Uniform Guidance.
  • Participate in auditing not-for-profit organizations as needed.

Qualifications & Skills

  • 10+ years of public accounting experience, including at least 2 years as a senior manager.
  • Strong experience auditing state and local governments in California and/or Oregon.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field; CPA license required.
  • Demonstrated track record of business development and generating new client relationships.
  • Proven leadership experience directing, reviewing, and training staff.
  • In-depth knowledge of financial reporting, auditing standards, and compliance requirements.
  • Ability to travel to client sites and work occasional overtime during peak audit periods (August – February).

Working Environment

  • Hybrid environment: work from home, firm office, or client location.
  • Same-day travel to client offices, meetings, and seminars; occasional out-of-town travel with overnight stays.
  • Heavy overtime during peak season to meet client deadlines.

Why Join?

This is an extraordinary opportunity for an experienced audit leader to drive excellence in state and local government auditing, mentor the next generation of accounting professionals, and build long-lasting client relationships. You’ll join a firm known for its culture of learning, professional growth, and community commitment, with the support and resources to thrive in your career.

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  • Job Title: Audit Director – Assurance & Advisory Jobs in Los Angeles California
  • Salary: 217,000 -228,000 USD / Year
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