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Penske Audit Director National Assurance - State and Local Government in Seattle, Washington
CLA is a top 10 national professional services firm where our purpose is to create opportunities every day, for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services. Even with more than 8,500 people, 130 U.S. locations, and a global reach, we promise to know you and help you.
CLA is dedicated to building a culture (https://www.claconnect.com/en/who-we-are/dei) that invites different beliefs and perspectives to the table, so we can truly know and help our clients, communities, and each other.
Our Perks:
Flexible PTO (designed to offer flexible time away for you!)
Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave.
Paid Volunteer Time Off
Mental health coverage
Quarterly Wellness stipend
Fertility benefits
Complete list of benefits here (https://www.claconnect.com/-/media/cla-2023-wellness-brochure.pdf?rev=02cf6be96a514a07a6f529c0bb8b51da&hash=C850CA544F1AD82C04A6900952F59DBD)
CLA is currently seeking an Audit Director in our National Assurance Group to support our State and Local Government practice. The ideal candidate will have extensive audit technical review experience working with GASB reporters, with a strong emphasis on state and local governments and higher education institutions. This individual should demonstrate a deep understanding of the operations and standards unique to these entities, including proficiency in Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) pronouncements, Government Auditing Standards, Uniform Guidance, and generally accepted accounting principles. This role reports directly to the Managing Principal of National Assurance and can be located in any state.
How you’ll create opportunities in this role:
Interact and collaborate with others across all levels of the Firm and on occasion with clients
Perform the quality control review of assurance engagements
Analyze observations and findings, perform root cause analysis, and proactively collaborate to develop process improvements
Be a technical resource for engagement teams assisting in research and consultation for the application of professional standards and generally accepted accounting principles,
Assist in development and maintenance of assurance methodology and practice aids for implementation of new standards and related learning,
Develop thought leadership for internal and external users
Qualifications for this role:
Bachelor’s degree or advanced degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
7+ years of experience in a public accounting environment or equivalent
CPA or equivalent
Current on professional standards, Government Auditing Standards, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, and Uniform Guidance
Problem solver and solution provider
Superior verbal and written communication skills
Solid analytical and decision-making skills
Ability to communicate complex concepts to engagement teams and clients
Ability to use various assurance research products effectively
Wage Range for Minnesota - 88,000.00 -165,000.00 USD
Wage Range for Illinois - 94,000.00 -171,000.00 USD
Wage Range for Massachusetts - 109,000.00 -184,000.00 USD
Wage Range for Colorado - 104,300.00 -171,000.00 USD
Wage Range for Washington - 116,900.00 - 159,000.00 USD
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Wellness at CLA
To support our CLA family members, we focus on their physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being and offer comprehensive benefit options that include health, dental, vision, 401k and much more.
To view a complete list of benefits click here (https://www.claconnect.com/-/media/files/careers-supporting/2024-wellness-brochure.pdf?rev=4bcfde10035341fe88a28cbb5a78b3a6&hash=41EE22B2459D64E86FD0967978269399) .
Start your inspired career
When you join CLA, you’ll have the opportunity to design your own inspired career . Career growth is about having new experiences and lots of exposure to different roles that stretch your comfort zone, expand your skills, and shape you as a leader. It’s not so much about climbing a ladder or acquiring new titles — it’s the discovery of your strengths and the outer reaches of your true potential. At CLA, you have the freedom to explore many opportunities, including your choice of industry specialization, service capability, career path, and mobility.
Watch our video (https://www.claconnect.com/resources/videos/2017/you-are-the-future-of-cla-recruiting-video) to see why people join CLA.
About CLA
CLA exists to create opportunities for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services. With nearly 9,000 people, more than 130 U.S. locations, and a global vision, we promise to know you and help you. For more information visit CLAconnect.com . Investment advisory services are offered through CliftonLarsonAllen Wealth Advisors, LLC, an SEC-registered investment advisor.
Wellness at CLA
Wellness is shaped by our promise to know you and help you. We create opportunities for our people to live well and be happy by focusing on their physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being. Click here (https://www.claconnect.com/careers/career-benefits) to learn more about CLA’s benefit offerings.
CLA is an equal opportunity employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
Click here (https://www.claconnect.com/general/equal-employment-opportunity) to learn about your hiring rights.
If you require reasonable accommodation when completing an application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact mypeoplesolutions@claconnect.com