Audit Director - Nonprofit Industry Focus

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We're searching for an Audit Director to join our Nonprofit team in our Tallahassee office.

In this role, you will lead complex audit and attest engagements for nonprofit organizations, providing strategic guidance and technical expertise while ensuring compliance with professional standards and regulatory requirements. You will serve as a trusted advisor to clients, build strong relationships with organizational leadership, and oversee the delivery of high-quality client service. Additionally, you will mentor and develop team members, contribute to practice growth initiatives, and help shape the future of our nonprofit audit practice.

This position offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced accounting professional to make a meaningful impact on mission-driven organizations while advancing their career in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment. As a leader within the firm, you will play a key role in developing talent, strengthening client relationships, and driving the continued success of our nonprofit practice.

What You'll Do

Client Leadership & Service

• Manage a portfolio of nonprofit audit and attest clients, delivering exceptional service tailored to each organization's mission and operational needs.
• Serve as the primary advisor and escalation point for accounting, auditing, and compliance matters.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with executive directors, CEOs, finance committees, and boards of directors.
• Identify opportunities to provide additional value-added services and strengthen long-term client partnerships.

Technical Excellence

• Lead audits and attest engagements in compliance with professional standards and nonprofit industry requirements.
• Perform final technical and quality control reviews of engagement workpapers and deliverables.
• Stay current on accounting and auditing developments affecting nonprofit organizations, including Uniform Guidance, federal grant compliance, and nonprofit financial reporting.
• Leverage technology and audit tools to improve efficiency and enhance client outcomes.

Leadership & Team Development

• Mentor, coach, and develop managers, supervisors, and staff.
• Participate in recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and employee development initiatives.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Assist in developing and delivering internal training and continuing professional education programs.

Practice Growth & Strategic Initiatives

• Collaborate with firm leadership to drive growth, profitability, innovation, and operational excellence.
• Support business development efforts through networking, industry involvement, and relationship building within the nonprofit community.
• Participate in firm-wide initiatives, committees, and strategic projects.
• Help establish and execute growth strategies for the nonprofit audit practice.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license.
• 9+ years of auditing experience, preferably within public accounting.
• Strong knowledge of auditing standards, financial reporting, and client engagement management.
• Proven experience leading complex audit engagements and managing client relationships.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and audit engagement software.
• Proficiency with Co-Pilot or Chat GPT.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Accounting or related field.
• Significant experience serving nonprofit organizations, foundations, associations, educational institutions, grant-funded human service agencies or other tax-exempt entities.
• 3+ years of client management experience.
• 7+ years of CFO or Finance Director experience
• Experience with CCH ProSystem fx Engagement, CaseWare or similar audit software.
• Experience with MAS90 and Blackbaud
• Experience with GASB

Success Traits:

• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to translate complex technical matters into practical business guidance.
• Strong leadership, project management, and decision-making abilities.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability.
• Passion for serving mission-driven organizations and supporting their impact in the community.

Full-Time Employee Benefits:

• Salary and Career Advancement : Competitive salary and a solid career path to grow your professional experience that includes career development and training.
• You're Covered : Generous benefits package with 2 comprehensive healthcare options that include healthcare (PPO and High Deductible PPO), dental, and vision insurance for all full-time employees.
• Work Schedules : Flexible Schedule Options, Paid Parental Leave, and Summer Schedule.
• Holidays : 12 Paid Holidays that include a full week of winter break in December.
• 401(k) : Firm contributes 4-5% annually, regardless of personal contributions.
• Flexible PTO: not unlimited; requires you to take minimum of 2 weeks off/year - one week consecutively.
• CPA Exam : completion reimbursement & bonus program.
• Tuition Reimbursement : Available for eligible education expenses.
• "Dress For Your Day" : Allows professional attire flexibility, including jeans, while requiring business attire for formal client engagements.

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