Audit Manager – State & Local Government

$96k-$140k

Hybrid in Chambersburg, PA

Overview

This Audit Manager role supports a growing State & Local Government practice serving municipalities, school districts, and public authorities. The position exists to lead complex governmental audit engagements, oversee financial reporting, and serve as a trusted advisor to public-sector clients navigating evolving accounting and compliance requirements.

You’ll work closely with Partners and cross-office teams, taking ownership of engagements from planning through issuance while mentoring audit staff and strengthening long-term client relationships. This role is well-suited for an experienced governmental auditor who values leadership, technical depth, and community impact.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage audit engagements for state and local government entities, ensuring quality, accuracy, and on-time delivery
• Plan audit strategies, perform risk assessments, and tailor procedures to client-specific operations
• Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with GASB standards
• Ensure compliance with GAGAS, Single Audit requirements (OMB Uniform Guidance), and applicable state and federal regulations
• Evaluate and document internal controls; provide practical recommendations for improvement
• Serve as primary client contact throughout the audit lifecycle, addressing issues and providing value-added guidance
• Review audit workpapers and deliverables; oversee quality control and final issuance
• Mentor and develop audit staff through coaching, feedback, and technical guidance
• Support training initiatives related to accounting standards, audit methodology, and industry-specific issues
• Collaborate with Partners and senior leadership on engagement planning, process improvements, and practice growth
• Participate in proposal efforts, presentations, and relationship-building activities as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting
• Active CPA license
• 6+ years of audit experience, with a strong focus on governmental audits
• Deep knowledge of GAAP, GAAS, GASB, GAGAS, and Single Audit requirements
• Prior experience leading engagements and supervising audit teams
• Strong judgment, professionalism, and ability to manage confidential information
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet firm and client deadlines
• Community-oriented mindset and interest in public-sector work

Spartan Placements is an equal opportunity employer. All terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruitment, placement, title, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfers, training, education, research, administration and programming, will be administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, national origin or ancestry, handicap, or status as a disabled veteran.