Audit Partner, Not-for-Profit Practice

Location Location Practice Practice Experience 15+ years, 3+ as Partner/Director Compensation $280,000 – $300,000 Audit Partner – Not-for-Profit Practice Compensation: $280,000 – $300,000 Base Salary + Performance Incentives Position Overview We are seeking an accomplished Audit Partner to lead and expand our Not-for-Profit (NFP) assurance practice in Gainesville, Florida. This leadership role is ideal for a seasoned CPA with deep expertise serving nonprofit organizations, including charitable entities, foundations, associations, educational institutions, healthcare organizations, and organizations receiving federal funding. The Audit Partner will serve as a trusted advisor to clients while providing strategic leadership to the assurance practice. This individual will be responsible for client relationship management, business development, engagement oversight, talent development, and overall practice growth. This hybrid position offers the opportunity to combine client-facing leadership with operational and strategic responsibilities while maintaining flexibility in work location. Key Responsibilities Client Leadership & Advisory Serve as the lead relationship partner for a portfolio of nonprofit and exempt organization clients. Provide strategic guidance on accounting, auditing, governance, compliance, and operational matters. Act as a trusted advisor to executive leadership teams, finance committees, boards of directors, and audit committees. Maintain strong client relationships and ensure exceptional service delivery. Assurance Practice Leadership Lead the planning, execution, and review of complex audit and assurance engagements. Oversee audits conducted in accordance with U.S. GAAP, Government Auditing Standards, Uniform Guidance, and applicable nonprofit reporting requirements. Ensure engagement quality, risk management, and compliance with professional standards. Monitor practice performance, profitability, and resource allocation. Business Development & Growth Drive growth initiatives within the nonprofit sector. Develop new client relationships and expand existing engagements. Represent the firm at industry conferences, community events, and nonprofit associations. Build strategic relationships with community leaders, boards, and referral sources. Team Development Mentor and develop managers, senior managers, and emerging leaders. Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture focused on professional growth and client service excellence. Participate in recruiting, succession planning, and leadership development initiatives. Qualifications Active CPA license required. Bachelor's degree in Accounting; Master's degree preferred. Minimum of 12+ years of progressive public accounting experience with significant assurance leadership responsibilities. Prior Partner, Principal, or Director-level experience preferred. Extensive experience serving Not-for-Profit organizations. Strong knowledge of: Single Audits and Uniform Guidance Government Auditing Standards Internal controls and risk assessment Board governance and advisory services Proven success in client management and business development. Demonstrated leadership experience managing and developing professional teams. Preferred Industry Experience Experience serving organizations such as: Charitable and community foundations Educational institutions Healthcare and social service organizations Religious organizations Membership associations Arts and cultural organizations Federally funded nonprofit entities Performance-based incentives and partnership growth opportunities Comprehensive health and wellness benefits Retirement savings programs Generous PTO and holiday schedule Hybrid work flexibility Professional development and leadership advancement opportunities Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is a relationship-driven leader with a strong reputation in the nonprofit sector, exceptional technical audit expertise, and a passion for mentoring professionals while driving practice growth. This individual combines strategic vision, business development acumen, and client service excellence to lead a thriving Not-for-Profit assurance practice. About the opportunity We are a Top 200 public accounting and business consulting firm with deep roots across Florida, seeking a seasoned and passionate Audit Partner to lead and grow our Not-for-Profit practice. This is a rare opportunity for a motivated, people-first professional who genuinely wants to make a difference — not just for clients, but for the communities and missions those clients serve. We believe that when you stand together for a common purpose, great things happen. Our NFP practice serves a broad and distinguished roster of organizations — from community-based nonprofits and public charities to private foundations, trade associations, educational institutions, and entities receiving substantial federal and state assistance. You'll step into a leadership role with an engaged team behind you and a collaborative, family-feel firm culture around you. Our hybrid model reflects our longstanding commitment to flexibility — we believe the best work happens when talented people have the space to thrive in their own way, both inside and outside the office. What you'll do Serve as the primary engagement partner on a diverse portfolio of not-for-profit audit and assurance engagements, including financial statement audits, single audits under Uniform Grant Guidance, and Florida Single Audit Act engagements. Provide strategic advisory services to nonprofit leadership on governance, internal controls, operational efficiency, and compliance with OMB Super Circular and related federal and state regulations. Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of audit professionals — managers, seniors, and staff — with a genuine investment in their growth and career trajectory. Drive business development efforts by cultivating relationships with nonprofit boards, executive directors, foundations, and community organizations across North Central Florida and beyond. Oversee Form 990 preparation and review in coordination with the tax practice, ensuring accurate reflection of the organization's mission and activities. Serve as a technical resource and thought leader on emerging NFP accounting and auditing standards, including ASC 958, ASU updates, and FASB pronouncements affecting the sector. Collaborate cross-functionally with the firm's tax, advisory, HR solutions, and controllership teams to deliver holistic, mission-aligned client service. Participate in firm leadership initiatives, internal training programs, and professional community engagements as a representative of the practice. Manage engagement budgets, timelines, and billing to ensure high-quality, efficient delivery across the client base. What you bring Active CPA license in the State of Florida (or eligibility for Florida reciprocity) — required. 15+ years of public accounting experience, with at least 3 years at the Partner or Director level with signing authority. Deep technical expertise in nonprofit audit and assurance, including single audits, Uniform Grant Guidance, the Florida Single Audit Act, and OMB Super Circular. AICPA Not-for-Profit Section membership or equivalent specialized credentialing strongly preferred. Demonstrated track record in business development — ability to originate, close, and grow client relationships in the nonprofit sector. Proven experience leading and mentoring multi-level audit teams with a people-first approach to performance management. Proficiency with CCH ProFx Engagement or equivalent audit technology platforms; comfort with Microsoft Office Suite. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills — ability to present complex technical findings clearly to boards of directors, audit committees, and executive leadership. Strong organizational instincts with the ability to manage multiple concurrent engagements across varied nonprofit entity types. Community engagement and local professional network in the Gainesville/North Central Florida region a significant plus. NFP entity types we serve Community-based organizationsPublic charitiesPrivate foundationsTrade associationsEducational institutionsCollegiate athleticsGovernment-funded entitiesHealthcare nonprofitsFederal grant recipientsState-assisted organizations Technical skills & tools Single audit (UGG)OMB Super CircularFlorida Single Audit ActASC 958Form 990 reviewCCH ProFx EngagementInternal controlsGrant complianceBoard presentationsBusiness developmentTeam leadershipFASB pronouncements Base compensation of $280,000–$300,000, commensurate with experience and book of business. Partnership profit-sharing and performance bonus structure. Comprehensive healthcare — 100% of basic medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums covered for all full-time employees. 401(k) with firm contribution of 4–5% annually, regardless of personal contribution level. CPA exam completion reimbursement and bonus program (for eligible staff you mentor). "Dress For Your Day" policy — professional flexibility, including jeans, with business attire for formal client engagements. Hybrid schedule with flexibility to support meaningful work-life integration. Access to a multi-office Florida network and a nationally recognized Top 200 firm platform. #J-18808-Ljbffr