Audit Manager/Director – State and Local Government

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)

Audit Manager/Director leading State and Local Government audits for CLA, a national professional services firm. Managing client relationships, funding objectives, engagement teams, and staff development.

Posted 8/22/2026full-timeDenver • California, Colorado • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $102,000 - $194,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing client relationships and leading teams in audit and financial planning within governmental contexts. Proficient in strategic management and mentoring, with a strong focus on meeting deadlines and budgetary constraints.

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CPA License CertificationGovernmental Audit ManagementFinancial PlanningClient Relationship ManagementTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

AuditFinancial PlanningStrategic ManagementBudget MonitoringClient Engagement

Soft Skills

MentoringCommunicationTeam Development

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA License

Industry Keywords

Public AccountingProfessional ServicesState GovernmentLocal GovernmentSingle Audits

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage and develop relationships with clients
Assist clients in obtaining necessary funding to positively impact their communities
Assist clients with audit and financial planning objectives using a range of tools
Develop staff, provide mentoring, and oversee client engagement teams
Lead engagement progress by monitoring time budgets and deadlines
Communicate important developments, facts, conclusions, and recommendations to the engagement principal
Serve State and Local Government agencies through CLA's audit and professional services practice

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field
Minimum of 6 years of experience in a large professional services or public accounting firm driving strategic management
Experience leading teams of high performing people and managing governmental audits and Single audits strongly preferred
CPA license certification is required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Comprehensive benefit options supporting physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being