Audit Manager - Public Sector​/National Office

Overview

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Crowe is seeking 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'll split your time between client-facing audit work and firmwide technical, quality, and training initiatives - providing a broad platform to influence both client success and firm excellence.

Be yourself. Grow with us. Make a lasting impact. At Crowe, you have the opportunity to deliver excellence every day - to your clients, your team, and your career. We're looking for an Audit Manager who's ready to bring both technical expertise and leadership to a role that bridges hands-on client service with firmwide impact.

In this position, you'll spend your time managing public sector audit engagements and supporting National Office initiatives that advance our audit quality, methodology, and technical guidance. This role is ideal for a professional who thrives on variety, collaboration, and continuous learning - combining hands-on client service with the opportunity to shape firm policy, methodology, and thought leadership across the public sector.

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 their 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.
• This position requires you to be a licensed CPA in your aligned home office state or being able to acquire a reciprocal one for that state.
• 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.
• Proven experience supervising and developing staff.
• Strong interest in technical research, policy development, and assurance methodology.
• Willingness to travel as needed and work additional hours during peak periods.

At Crowe, you'll find the support, flexibility, and resources to grow your expertise and shape your career. You'll collaborate with leaders who value your perspective, connect with technical specialists across the firm, and make a tangible impact through your work with both clients and colleagues.

This role offers the best of both worlds - the chance to lead impactful client work with state and local governments while contributing to the strategic direction of the firm through National Office initiatives. You'll gain deep technical exposure, collaborate with practice leaders, and play a key role in shaping our firm's approach to public sector auditing and reporting.

We expect the candidate to…