Audit Manager - Public Sector/National Office
Oakbrook Terrace, DuPage County, Illinois, USA
Listed on 2026-06-13
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Accounting
Public Accounting, Auditor Accountant, Financial Reporting, Financial Compliance -
Government
Financial Reporting, Financial Compliance
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.
What You’ll Do 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.
- 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.
- Licensed CPA in your aligned home office state or ability to acquire a reciprocal one.
- 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.
Our exceptional people experience starts here. At Crowe, we know that great people are what makes a great firm. We care about our people and offer employees a comprehensive total rewards package. Learn more about what working at Crowe can mean for you!
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Crowe will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act.
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