Remote Audit Manager 140k-160k

Overview

Audit/Assurance Manager – Local Government & Single Audit Focus – Fully Remote

Compensation: $140,000 – $160,000 DOE

Employment Type: Full-Time

A regional accounting firm based in Washington, DC, specializing in government, nonprofit, and federally funded organizations, is seeking a Senior Audit/Assurance Manager. The firm focuses on Single Audits, HUD audits, and state & local government engagements, serving mission-driven organizations across the United States. The team operates in a 100% remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead Single Audit and government-focused audit engagements from planning through issuance
• Manage audits for state and local governments, nonprofit organizations, and federally funded programs
• Ensure compliance with Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200), Government Auditing Standards (Yellow Book), GAAP, and GAAS
• Supervise, coach, and develop remote audit teams (staff and seniors)
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients on federal grant compliance and regulatory reporting
• Review financial statements, SEFAs, and audit reports
• Identify opportunities to improve audit processes and deliver additional value to clients
• Collaborate with firm leadership on practice growth, client strategy, and innovation

Requirements

• Active CPA license (required)
• 6+ years of public accounting audit experience
• Strong experience with Single Audits and government/nonprofit clients
• Deep understanding of Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200), Government Auditing Standards (Yellow Book), GAAP, and GAAS
• Experience managing full audit cycles and leading engagement teams
• Excellent communication and project management skills
• Comfortable working in a fully remote environment
• Experience with modern cloud-based audit software platforms

Preferred Qualifications

• Leadership experience within audit teams
• Ability to mentor and develop staff in a remote setting

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range: $140,000 – $160,000 depending on experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Support for CPA CPE and professional development
• Generous paid time off including PTO, firm holidays, wellness days, and post–busy season recharge time
• Fully remote work with a collaborative team environment
• Opportunity for partnership within 1–2 years for qualified candidates
• Firm-wide virtual events and in-person retreats to foster team relationships

Location

• Fully remote position, work from anywhere in the U.S.