Audit Partner / Principal (Non Equity)

Vasquez + Company LLP is a full-service accounting and business advisory firm established in 1969, with more than 50 years of experience in audits of various organizations, and is ranked among the top 1% of accounting firms by the AICPA. Vasquez serves a wide variety of clients in California through offices located in Los Angeles, Fresno, Sacramento, and San Diego counties, with additional resources from Vasquez Advantage Office in Manila, Philippines, and Aprio Alliance. Established leader in California public sector auditing Partner‑level role without equity buy‑in Emphasis on audit quality, independence, and professional judgment Collaborative culture with direct access to firm leadership Opportunity to shape practice direction, mentor future leaders, and work on complex, high‑impact engagements

ABOUT THE JOB

Vasquez & Company LLP is seeking a non‑equity Audit Partner or Principal to join our growing public sector audit practice. This role is ideal for a senior audit leader with state and local government and/or nonprofit experience , preferably from a Big 4 or other large national or regional firm, who is looking for a leadership position with meaningful client impact, technical depth, and firm‑wide influence - without equity buy‑in. This individual will serve as an engagement partner, quality reviewer, and trusted advisor to public sector clients across California and the western U.S. Qualifications CPA license (active) 10+ years of public accounting experience, including significant partnership‑track or partner‑level responsibility Demonstrated experience serving as engagement partner or EQCR on public sector audits Strong technical knowledge of GAAP, GAAS, GAGAS, GASB, and Single Audit requirements Background at a Big 4 or large national/regional CPA firm is strongly preferred Proven ability to lead teams, communicate with senior stakeholders, and exercise professional judgment Key Responsibilities Serve as Engagement Partner for government and nonprofit audits, including planning, risk assessment, execution oversight, and report issuance Provide technical leadership on audits performed under GAAS, GAGAS (Yellow Book), and Single Audit / Uniform Guidance Review financial statements, audit documentation, and auditor’s reports to ensure quality, compliance, and clarity Act as a technical resource and mentor to managers and senior managers Support client relationships, including audit committees, boards, and executive management Assist with client acceptance/continuance, independence considerations, and complex accounting or reporting issues Contribute to practice growth through proposal review, thought leadership, training, and selective business development Public Sector Focus Experience with one or more of the following is strongly preferred: State and local governments (cities, counties, special districts) Transportation authorities, utilities, education agencies, and healthcare entities Nonprofits and federally funded organizations Single Audits and Uniform Guidance compliance GASB financial reporting and Yellow Book requirements #J-18808-Ljbffr Vasquez + Company LLP