Audit Director

Position Overview

We seek an accomplished Audit Director to provide strategic leadership to our clients nonprofit practice. This senior leadership position will drive quality, growth, and innovation in our nonprofit audit services while developing client relationships and mentoring engagement teams.

Key Responsibilities

Practice Leadership

Direct the firm's nonprofit audit practice, including strategic planning and practice development
Drive quality control initiatives and maintain the highest standards of professional excellence
Develop and implement best practices for nonprofit engagements
Lead proposals and presentations for prospective nonprofit clients
Cultivate and maintain relationships with key nonprofit organizations and industry groups
Represent the firm at industry conferences and professional events

Technical Leadership

Serve as the firm's technical authority on nonprofit accounting and auditing matters
Monitor and interpret new accounting standards and regulatory requirements affecting nonprofits
Develop firm positions on complex accounting and auditing issues
Lead the implementation of new audit methodologies and technologies
Oversee quality control reviews of nonprofit engagement deliverables
Provide consultation on complex technical matters to engagement teams

Client Service & Business Development

Oversee multiple large, complex nonprofit audit engagements
Build and maintain relationships with C-level executives and board members
Identify and develop new business opportunities within the nonprofit sector
Lead proposal efforts and negotiate engagement terms
Present to boards and audit committees
Develop value-added services for nonprofit clients

Team Development

Lead, mentor, and develop managers and senior staff
Drive recruitment efforts for the nonprofit practice
Design and deliver technical training programs
Conduct performance evaluations for managers
Foster a culture of excellence and continuous improvement
Develop future firm leaders

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting (Master's preferred)
Active CPA license
12+ years of public accounting experience with significant nonprofit focus
Comprehensive knowledge of:
- GAAP and GAAS
- Yellow Book requirements
- Uniform Guidance and Single Audits
- Form 990 reporting
- Nonprofit-specific regulations and requirements

Technical Expertise

Expert knowledge of nonprofit accounting principles including:
- Complex fund accounting
- Endowment management and UPMIFA
- Split-interest agreements
- Complex revenue recognition
- Program-related investments
- Alternative investments
- Complex grants management

Leadership Competencies

Proven ability to lead and grow a practice area
Strong business development track record
Excellence in client relationship management
Demonstrated success in staff development
Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities
Outstanding presentation and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in Accounting or MBA
Additional certifications (CGMA, CGFM)
Experience serving on nonprofit boards
Published articles or speaking engagements in nonprofit sector
Leadership roles in professional associations
Experience with practice management software
Knowledge of data analytics and emerging technologies

What We Offer

Competitive executive compensation package
Profit sharing and partnership track potential
Comprehensive benefits including enhanced healthcare options
Professional development allowance
Industry conference participation
Flexible work arrangements
Leadership role in firm governance

Work Environment

Hybrid work model with flexible arrangements
Meaningful client interaction
Collaborative leadership team environment
Commitment to work-life integration
Focus on innovation and continuous improvement