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Location: Los Angeles, CA | Schedule: Full-time, Hybrid (home, office, and client sites) | Compensation: Not specified

Overview

A regional public accounting firm serving the Los Angeles metro area is seeking an Audit Manager with a State and Local Government specialization to join its assurance practice. This role offers a clear path toward Director and Partnership, a hybrid work environment, and relocation assistance for qualified candidates relocating to the area. The Manager will serve as the key link between engagement Partners, clients, and professional staff, overseeing multiple audits and accounting engagements at once.

What you'll do

• Manage all phases of audit and review engagements across multiple clients simultaneously
• Maintain year-round client contact, developing deep knowledge of each client's operations and control systems to build lasting relationships
• Keep engagement Directors or Partners informed of key developments, flagging potential issues and recommending solutions
• Apply strong technical skills and adherence to professional and Firm standards, including advisory work with clients
• Ensure engagements are properly scheduled and staffed
• Maintain a thorough understanding of the firm's audit methodology
• Create, track, and manage budgets for Assurance and Advisory engagements, explaining overruns to leadership and identifying scope expansion opportunities
• Anticipate problem areas and likely questions before they arise during engagements
• Review financial statements and other client deliverables for accuracy and quality
• Direct, train, supervise, and review the work of senior and staff accountants
• Contribute to staff performance evaluations, reviews, and ongoing coaching
• Support the Firm's business development initiatives

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field
• At least five years of public accounting experience, specifically in the public sector, including auditing state and local governments (cities, counties, special districts, charter schools, etc.)
• Current and valid CPA license

Preferred qualifications

• Strong team leadership skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and complete assignments efficiently
• Thorough knowledge of U.S. GAAP and GASB standards
• Significant experience conducting audits under GAGAS (Yellow Book), GAAS, and the Uniform Guidance
• Receptive and responsive to training, supervision, and constructive feedback
• Ability to direct, review, and train staff, experienced staff, and seniors
• Exposure to auditing not-for-profit organizations

Why this role

This position offers a fast track to Director and Partnership, a reasonable work-life balance, a hybrid work environment, and relocation assistance for the right candidate.