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Managing Director - Governmental Audit

UHY
Farmington Hills, MI, US
Full-time

Position Summary

THE FOCUS IS YOU

As an Audit Managing Director, you will hold a pivotal leadership role responsible for driving the strategic direction of our audit practice, specifically in the governmental & nonprofit sector.

Your extensive experience in audit and assurance, combined with exceptional leadership skills, will shape the firm's commitment to delivering exceptional client service, maintaining the highest standards of quality, and fostering the growth of our audit professionals.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Regular duties include (but are not limited to) :

Practice Leadership

  • Provide visionary leadership for the governmental audit practice, setting long-term goals, strategies, and objectives to position the firm as a leader in audit and assurance services
  • Collaborate with other Managing Directors to shape the firm's overall strategic direction and growth initiatives

Client Relationship Management

  • Cultivate and maintain high-level client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor to clients in strategic audit and business matters
  • Offer expert insights and recommendations to clients for optimizing financial processes, controls, and reporting

Technical Excellence and Industry Influence

  • Maintain an in-depth understanding of evolving accounting standards, regulatory changes, and industry trends, and apply this knowledge to audit engagements
  • Represent the firm at industry events, seminars, and conferences, contributing to its thought leadership and industry influence

Team Development and Mentorship

  • Foster a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous learning within the audit practice
  • Provide strategic mentorship and coaching to audit managing directors, managers, seniors, and staff members to cultivate leadership and technical skills

Quality Control and Assurance

  • Oversee the quality and integrity of audit documentation, reports, and conclusions, ensuring strict adherence to the highest professional standards
  • Develop and implement advanced methodologies to elevate the quality and effectiveness of audit engagements

Business Development and Growth

  • Identify and pursue strategic opportunities for expanding the firm's client base, market presence, and service offerings
  • Lead business development efforts, including client proposals, presentations, and networking activities

Risk Management and Compliance

  • Assess and manage risks associated with audit engagements, providing expert insights to mitigate potential concerns
  • Ensure rigorous compliance with regulatory standards, ethical guidelines, and firm policies

Thought Leadership and Innovation

Contribute to the advancement of the audit profession by publishing thought leadership articles, participating in industry panels, and driving innovation in audit methodologies

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Required education and experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
  • 10+ years of relevant experience
  • 8+ years of relevant audit experience within a CPA firm, with progressive leadership responsibilities
  • Experience with governmental or local municipalities is required
  • Deep understanding of governmental accounting standards, regulations (GASB, Yellow Book, GAAP), and compliance requirements
  • CPA license is required
  • Responsible for completing the minimum CPE credit requirement

WHO WE ARE

READY TO DELIVER

We take pride in our ability to combine local knowledge with national, regional, and international skills to provide you and your organization with the best resources possible.

We harness the power of our network to empower you to achieve your goals, and to ensure we meet or exceed your expectations and objectives.

UHY professionals get to know your business inside and out, and work with a solid understanding of what you need to succeed.

Our dedication to delivering top-quality client service guides our every move.

A LEGACY OF COMMITMENT, GROWTH AND SERVICE

We know what we’re doing. We have deep roots in spotting and nurturing growth opportunities that goes back decades. Today, we are a global provider of exceptional service and part of one of the largest accounting, tax and consulting networks in the world.

We’re dedicated to serving clients ranging from the dynamic middle-market to Fortune 500 companies. We believe that having a strong entrepreneurial mindset is key to growth, and we bring that mindset to every client experience.

AN ALTERNATIVE PRACTICE STRUCTURE TO BETTER SERVE YOU

A licensed CPA firm, UHY LLP offers audit and other attest services to public and private companies. UHY Advisors provides tax and consulting services, to a variety of business sectors.

WHAT WE OFFER

POSITIVE WORK ENVIRONMENT

Enjoy a collaborative and supportive work environment where teamwork is valued.

ATTRACTIVE COMPENSATION PACKAGES

Our compensation is competitive and tailored to reflect the role, qualifications, and expertise of each individual.

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE

Access comprehensive benefits including group health insurance, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plans, and generous paid time off (PTO) allowances.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION

We are committed to furthering our DE&I journey through building a diverse professional community based on equitable treatment for all and a collaborative culture that values inclusion.

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