US Governmental Auditor (For Pooling)

About The Back Room

We exist to free our clients' time so they can focus on what they do best — growing their business. We deliver smart, efficient solutions that liberate teams from the everyday admin, and we hold ourselves to the same standard. Time is the ultimate currency, and we treat it like it.

About the Client

Our client is one of the largest CPA and advisory firms in the southeastern United States, providing audit, tax, accounting, and consulting services to a wide range of industries and organizations. Established in 1918, the firm has built a strong reputation for delivering personalized client service, technical expertise, and long term business partnerships.

The Role

This role offers the opportunity to build and grow your career in governmental audit while working on engagements that support public sector organizations and communities. You’ll gain hands on experience in financial statement audits, regulatory compliance, and government accounting standards while collaborating with a supportive and experienced audit team.

What You'll Do

Lead teams of two to four associates, performing and overseeing audit engagements, and provide regular updates on audit engagement status to supervisors

Apply knowledge and understanding of governing principles of Governmental Accounting Standards (GASB); apply these principles to client transactions; document and communicate an understanding and application of these principles

Identify, analyze, and discuss alternative GASB accounting principles for the client, when necessary, with the engagement supervisor

Conduct financial statement audits for government clients, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of client financial information

Ensure that all engagements are complete and ready for supervisor review within the established time frame and budget for engagements in accordance with M & J’s quality control policies

Act as a change agent; set an example by accepting change and proactively supporting change (e.g. change in audit tools, different audit approach for the client, etc.)

Develop staff by serving as a mentor and delegating and training them to be successful in their careers

Provide constructive formal and informal feedback in a timely manner to all levels

Maintain continuing education requirements for Government Auditing Standards (GAS)

Perform additional duties as assigned

What We're Looking For

Has a positive attitude that is reflected in work and evident to others; motivates others

Professionalism is required at all times

Solid interpersonal and communication skills

Managing multiple audit client engagements throughout the year

B.A./B.S. in Accounting

3+ years of public accounting experience

Understanding of US GAAS and US GAAP

Experience with public sector entities and related organizations preferred

Single audit and Uniform Guidance experience preferred

Why This Role

This role is a great opportunity for professionals looking to deepen their experience in governmental audit and work with a diverse portfolio of public sector clients. You’ll gain valuable exposure to government accounting standards, strengthen your technical and leadership skills, and be part of a collaborative team environment focused on professional growth.

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