Director of Government Auditing

Overview

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.

• 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.

• 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 Pro System fx Engagement to support audit execution and review

• 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, United States

• Hybrid work environment with flexibility
• Leadership role with meaningful public-sector impact
• Competitive compensation and long-term career growth