Audit Manager - Public Sector​/National Office

Job Description

At Crowe, we are looking for an experienced Audit Manager with a strong background in state and local government accounting and auditing to join our growing Public Sector practice. This is a unique dual‑role opportunity that combines traditional client service responsibilities leading state and local government audit engagements with serving in a National Office role. You will split your time between client‑facing audit work and firmwide technical, quality, and training initiatives.

Client Service – Public Sector Audit

• Manage multiple audit engagements for state and local government clients, ensuring high‑quality, efficient, and compliant service delivery.
• Lead and coach engagement teams, providing feedback and guidance that supports professional growth and technical excellence.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships with government entities and stakeholders.
• Anticipate and address client needs while identifying opportunities to expand services.
• Stay current on governmental accounting and auditing standards (GASB, GAAS, Uniform Guidance, and Yellow Book) and other industry trends impacting the public sector.

National Office

• Consult on accounting standards and related financial reporting impacts.
• Analyze complex transactions and assess implications for financial statement presentation and disclosures.
• Monitor emerging accounting, auditing, and regulatory developments, particularly those affecting the public sector.
• Develop and deliver internal training materials and presentations on new or evolving accounting and auditing topics.
• Draft technical memos, guidance, and whitepapers communicating firm interpretations of authoritative standards and regulations.
• Participate in internal and external speaking opportunities, contributing to Crowe’s industry thought leadership.
• Collaborate with practice leadership to address technical inquiries, support methodology enhancements, and strengthen audit quality across the firm.

• 5+ years of recent and relevant public accounting external audit experience, including significant experience with state and local government clients.
• Licensed CPA in your home state or ability to acquire a reciprocal license.
• Strong technical knowledge of U.S. GAAP, GAAS, GASB, Uniform Guidance, and Yellow Book requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex accounting and auditing concepts.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple engagements, prioritize deadlines, and deliver exceptional client service.
• Experience supervising and developing staff.
• Interest in technical research, policy development, and assurance methodology.
• Willingness to travel as needed and work additional hours during peak periods.

Crowe offers a comprehensive total rewards package, including health, dental, vision, retirement planning, paid time off, and opportunities for professional growth.

Crowe LLP provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.