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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in leading public sector accounting advisory and internal audit engagements, with a strong focus on GAAP, GASB, and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to manage teams, develop engagement plans, and deliver high-quality client presentations.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)Public Sector Financial Statement AuditGAAP KnowledgeProject ManagementData Analytics Skills
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Hard Skills
Accounting Advisory ServicesInternal Audit EngagementsFinancial ReportingRisk ManagementBudget ManagementEngagement PlanningCorrective Action PlansFederal Grant ComplianceBusiness Process ImprovementsDocumentation Review
Soft Skills
Client Relationship ManagementTeam LeadershipCommunication SkillsMentoringProblem-Solving
Tools & Technologies
ExcelData Analytics ToolsWorkdayRetain
Certifications & Qualifications
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Industry Keywords
Public SectorGovernmental OrganizationsHigher EducationRegulatory RequirementsYellow BookUniform Guidance
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead high-impact accounting advisory and internal audit engagements for public sector organizations
- Manage engagements from planning through delivery
- Develop engagement plans and workpaper templates
- Execute work plans and ensure timely, high-quality results
- Lead, mentor, and develop engagement teams
- Set performance expectations and provide regular constructive feedback
- Troubleshoot engagement issues by obtaining documentation or clarification
- Draft recommendations for audit findings, business process improvements, corrective action plans, and value-add opportunities
- Support client deliverables and presentations
- Contribute to business development, proposal writing, and client relationship support
- Advise clients on technical accounting, internal controls, risk management, and evolving financial and regulatory requirements
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field
- Relevant experience in public sector external financial statement audit, single audit, or accounting advisory services, including leading engagements and teams
- Experience working with public sector, governmental, higher education, or other regulated organizations
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, GASB, Yellow Book, and/or Uniform Guidance
- Experience managing engagement scope, budgets, resources, timelines, testing, and deliverables
- Strong client relationship, communication, project management, and team leadership skills
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation required
- Experience leading complex public sector financial statement audit, single audit, or accounting advisory engagements
- Understanding of governmental accounting, financial reporting, internal controls, federal grant compliance, and regulatory requirements
- Ability to translate complex audit and compliance findings into practical recommendations
- Experience coaching and developing team members while managing multiple engagements or workstreams
- Advanced Excel and data analytics skills
- Familiarity with Workday, Retain, or similar engagement and resource management platforms
- Strong executive presence and ability to build trusted relationships with client leadership
- Must verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States
- Crowe is not sponsoring work authorization at this time
Benefits
Comp & perks- Real flexibility to balance work with life moments
- Career growth and leadership opportunities
- Well-being support
- Career Coach guidance and career development
- Inclusive culture that values diversity
- Equal employment opportunities
- Accommodation and application assistance