Government Audit Manager

AuditFriendly Careers • Albany, NY • Full Time

Posted on Mon, Sep 7, 2026

Responsibilities

Building a vision for the firm's long-term success and inspiring others toward that vision.
Participate in presenting information to upper level management, public meetings, and/or boards
Develop understanding of client's business and aspects of client's industry.
Develop effective working relationships with internal and external clients.
Deliver projects/engagements on time, within budget and to client's satisfaction.
Adhere to the highest degree of professional standards and strict client confidentiality.
Handle and manage multiple priorities, and deliver projects and engagements on time, within budget and to the client's satisfaction.
Maintain knowledge of pronouncements of the FASB, AICPA, GAO, and GASB.
Participate in a cooperative effort among members of a project team.
Comply with firm practice management and quality control procedures and systems.
Maintain and promote ethical and firm values in conducting internal and external business activities.
Provide mentoring and leadership to junior staff
Participate in, and thoroughly document, the final review/evaluation process with staff

Qualifications

Self-starter with the ability to handle and manage multiple priorities
College graduate in a degree required for admission to the CPA exam in New York State
Current CPA designation
recent audit experience working in public accounting for 5+ years
Ability to respond to common inquiries from clients, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community
Skilled at preparing complex client correspondence including recommendations, technical issues and proposals
Ability to read, analyze and interpret common technical journals, financial reports and legal documents
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, i.e. client presentations, industry articles, etc.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
Reliable transportation with the ability to travel to client sites and other office locations
Computer proficiency and effectively applying technology tools in assigned areas including; Microsoft Office suite and audit software such as Caseware or ProSystems Engagement.
Ability to create and properly monitor engagement budgets

Preferred

Single audit experience preferred
Ability to identify and pursue cross-selling opportunities with clients
Experience in government audits is preferred, but not required
Current knowledge of GASB standards
Ability to develop and sustain business relationships for the purpose of increasing the firms client base

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