Director of Government Auditing

This is a full-time position with a yearly salary. However, the selected candidate would work seasonally in June - January.

During the remaining months of the year, the candidate would be required to maintain CPE requirements for government audits. This requirement is 80 hours of A&A CPE over 2 years, which includes at least 24 hours of government specific training - training costs are covered by the firm. During this time, they would not need to report onsite to the Oakland location. Salary is around 120K negotiable depending upon experience.

Must have:

• 6 – 8 years of work experience as a Public Accountant
• CPA credentials required
• Audit and Assurance (A&A) experience required
• Auditing experience specifically related to Financial Statement preparation and single auditing.

Nice to have:

• Experience with CCH Pro System Engagement

Additional information:

• Relocation assistance can be offered if necessary (moving expenses)

Lead High-Impact Government Audits in a Mission-Driven Public Accounting Firm

• A respected public accounting firm is seeking a Director of Government Auditing to lead the preparation, review, and oversight of complex governmental audits. This hybrid position, based in or near Oakland, Maryland, is ideal for a seasoned CPA with deep experience in Audit & Assurance (A&A), financial statement preparation, and single audits, who enjoys leading teams and serving as a trusted advisor to clients.
• This leadership role combines hands-on technical work with strategic oversight, client relationship management, and mentorship within a collaborative and client-focused firm environment.

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