Audit Director Nonprofit

Audit Director

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At James Moore & Co. we are seeking an Audit Director to join our Nonprofit team in Florida. The Audit Director leads complex audit and attest engagements with a primary focus on nonprofit organizations, serving as a trusted advisor to clients while ensuring compliance with professional standards and regulatory requirements. This role is responsible for managing client relationships, providing technical guidance, mentoring team members, and driving the growth and success of the 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.

This is an onsite position and requires regular attendance in one of our Florida offices (Daytona Beach, DeLand, Gainesville, Ocala and Tallahassee), as well as frequent travel to client sites.

As an Audit Director for our nonprofit team, you will have the opportunity to do the following:

• 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.

The successful candidate will bring:

• 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.

Experience We Will Value:

• 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 leadership experience
• Experience with CCH ProSystem fx Engagement, CaseWare or similar audit software.
• 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.

As an Employee of James Moore, you can expect:

• A career with room to keep growing. Competitive compensation along with opportunities for continued professional development, training, and career advancement.
• Flexibility in how work fits into your life. Flexible schedule options, paid parental leave, and a summer schedule.
• Time away that we expect you to actually use. Flexible PTO with a minimum expectation of at least two weeks away from work each year, including one consecutive week.
• Meaningful time to recharge. Twelve paid holidays, including a full week of winter break in December.
• Strong health coverage. Two comprehensive healthcare options, along with dental and vision insurance for full-time employees.
• A meaningful retirement contribution. James Moore contributes 45% annually to your 401(k), regardless of your personal contribution.