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 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 OffMental health coverageQuarterly Wellness stipendFertility benefitsComplete list of benefits here

CLA is currently seeking an Audit Director in our National Assurance Technical Group to support our State and Local Government practice. The ideal candidate will have extensive 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.

How you’ll create opportunities in this role:

Interact and collaborate with others across all levels of the Firm and on occasion with clientsPerform the quality control review of assurance engagementsAnalyze observations and findings, perform root cause analysis, and proactively collaborate to develop process improvementsBe 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 field7+ years of experience in a public accounting environment or equivalentCPA or equivalentCurrent on professional standards, Government Auditing Standards, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, and Uniform GuidanceProblem solver and solution providerSuperior verbal and written communication skillsSolid analytical and decision-making skillsAbility to communicate complex concepts to engagement teams and clientsAbility to use various assurance research products effectively

Our approach to compensation emphasizes collaboration and career growth.  We pay competitive wages and view compensation as an investment in our people.  Factors such as geography, experience, education, skills, and knowledge may impact position of pay within the range.  These same factors may cause starting pay to be below or above the posted range.

Wage Range for Minnesota - 95,900 -164,337.00 USD

Wage Range for Illinois - 95,900-170,658.00 USD

Wage Range for Massachusetts - 112,700.00 -183,300.00 USD

Wage Range for Colorado - 104,300.00 -170,658.00 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.

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