Audit Director

Location

El Dorado Hills

Type

Full Time

Benefits:
  • IRA
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

About Us: 

Beebout, Williams & Olds CPAs (BW&O CPAs) is a growing, dynamic accounting firm dedicated to delivering exceptional audit, tax, and advisory services to clients across a variety of industries. Our firm prides itself on fostering a collaborative work environment, offering comprehensive professional development opportunities, and maintaining deep ties to the community. We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Audit Director to join our team. This role offers an opportunity to lead our audit practice, contribute to strategic growth initiatives, and mentor the next generation of talented professionals. 

About the Role: 

At Beebout, Williams & Olds CPAs, you will lead a mission-driven audit practice centered on not-for-profit organizations and low-income housing projects. Your work will directly support meaningful causes, allowing you to put your professional expertise behind clients who truly make a difference. You will step into a leadership role overseeing a team of experienced professionals who are deeply connected to our clients and excited to embrace new leadership. This team works hard, communicates seamlessly, and consistently delivers exceptional results—they are our greatest assets. 

  • BW&O CPAs is a lifestyle firm. We focus on quality growth that aligns with our core values. No chasing numbers. No burnout. Just meaningful work. 
  • You’ll lead our audit practice with clear decision rights—scope/fees, acceptance & continuance, methodology, EQR coordination, and team staffing—partnering closely with firm leadership on strategy and key accounts. 
  • Minimal travel (<5%). We work hard when clients need us: during peak periods, the Director role averages 50–60 hours/week with flexibility on when work gets done; outside of peak periods, we normalize hours and plan PTO so the team can recharge. 
  • Holistic teamwork. Our audit and tax teams collaborate closely, sharing knowledge and expertise to deliver a full-service experience for clients. We operate like a well-organized hive—each part working together seamlessly to achieve shared success. 
  • Proven systems. You are not walking into chaos. Our audit practice is streamlined, with transparent workflows and strong client communication. We are excited to personally walk you through the details, so you will know exactly how we operate. 
As Audit Director, you are not just managing engagements—you’re leading the charge. You will mentor the team, guide audits from start to finish, and continue building on the manageable, quality growth we are committed to. This role gives you the space to focus on professional development—for yourself and your team—without the overwhelming pressure that burns people out in bigger firms. 

If you are ready to step into a leadership role where your work has purpose, your team has your back, and your systems are already dialed in, this is the opportunity for you. 

Responsibilities: 
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, providing strategic audit guidance while delivering exceptional client service. 
  • Oversee all phases of the audit process, ensuring adherence to quality assurance standards, and delivering timely results. 
  • Manage client relationships proactively, understanding their business goals and challenges, and identifying opportunities to provide additional value. 
  • Lead engagement planning, budgeting, and execution, ensuring efficiency and alignment with client expectations. 
  • Provide mentorship and coaching to staff, fostering their technical and professional development. 
  • Participate actively in client acquisition and business development efforts, including crafting proposals and expanding service offerings to existing clients. 
  • Research and resolve complex accounting and auditing issues. 
  • Promote innovative audit practices, leveraging technology, and advanced analytics to improve audit efficiency and service delivery. 
  • Represent the firm in the community and with clients, embodying our commitment to professionalism, integrity, and excellence. 
  • Stay current on industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices to ensure the firm remains at the forefront of the profession. 
  • Lead the practice’s compliance with Government Auditing Standards (Yellow Book) and Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200 Subpart F) for Single Audits, including monitoring threshold changes (currently $1,000,000) and timely FAC submissions. 
  • Own key elements of AICPA SQMS 1 & 2 (effective Dec 15, 2025), including acceptance/continuance, independence, EQR coordination, internal inspections, monitoring & remediation. 
  • Direct ERISA plan audits under SAS 136 (§103(a)(3)(C)) and ensure DOL compliant reporting and communications. 
  • Oversee HUD/LIHTC audit and compliance work (e.g., LIHTC cost certifications, state HFA requirements), coach staff in affordable housing audit methodology.  
  • Own the firm’s Peer Review process (enrollment, scheduling, readiness, remediation) and lead implementation of AICPA SQMS 1 & 2 quality management standards.” 
 Qualifications: 
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (Master’s degree preferred). 
  • CPA license required. 
  • Minimum of 12+ years of experience in public accounting, including 8+ years in a leadership or supervisory role. 
  • Expertise in financial statement audits, internal controls, and US GAAP/GAAS. 
  • Strong experience with Not-for-Profit, Employee Benefit Plans, and Low-Income Housing Tax Credit audits preferred. 
  • Proven ability to manage multiple engagements simultaneously and deliver high-quality results. 
  • Demonstrated success in client acquisition, cross-selling services, and growing a book of business. 
  • Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills. 
  • Strong project management abilities with a focus on meeting deadlines and maintaining budgets. 
  • Innovative and forward-thinking mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement. 
  • Demonstrated leadership with Yellow Book/Uniform Guidance Single Audits for nonprofits and governmental recipients. 
  • Proven quality management experience under SQMS 1 (risk assessment, monitoring & remediation, documentation). 
  • Hands on SAS 136 expertise for EBP audits. 
  • Extremely tech proficient and adaptive to new tools and technology implementations.  
Authority & Decision Rights (Director Level) 
  • Leads BW&O’s audit practice across Not-for-Profit, EBP, and Affordable Housing/LIHTC engagements. 
  • Owns methodology, engagement risk assessments, acceptance/continuance decisions, independence monitoring, and engagement quality reviews (EQR) coordination where required. 
  • Authority on audit scopes and fees. 
  • Directs staffing plans, performance management, promotions, and compensation recommendations for the audit team. 
  • Decision authority over audit tech stack and training/CPE budgets within an approved annual envelope. 
  • Primary executive contact for key audit clients; escalates complex technical matters and sensitive client issues to the Partner group when appropriate. 
  • Final technical review and delivery ownership; reports are signed by the Principal per firm policy. 
Peer Review & Quality Management  
  • Peer Review Owner: Serves as the firm’s Peer Review Administrator—maintains enrollment, coordinates scheduling with CalCPA (administering entity in California), manages readiness, documentation, and remediation of findings, and ensures on time acceptance. CalCPA+1 
  • Quality Management: Leads implementation and monitoring of AICPA SQMS 1 & 2 (effective for periods beginning Dec 15, 2025), including risk assessment, governance, monitoring/remediation, root cause analysis, and EQR assignment. AICPA & CIMA+1 
  • Regulatory leadership: Ensures compliance with Government Auditing Standards (Yellow Book) and Uniform Guidance (including the new $1,000,000 Single Audit threshold effective for fiscal years beginning Oct 1, 2024). Coordinates FAC submissions and due dates.  
Work Model & Hours 
  • Location: primary office El Dorado Hills with client on sites as needed; <5% travel. 
  • Hours & cadence: This is a senior, exempt leadership role. Typical weeks align with client needs; busy season weeks average 50–60 hours with flexibility on when work is performed. Outside peak periods, hours normalize and we plan PTO time so the team can recharge. 
  • Flexibility: Outcome based scheduling, protected focus time, and calendar norms that respect “headsdown” work and family commitments. 
Why Work with Us? 

Professional Growth and Development: 
  • Transparent progression with a clear path to Principal and eligibility for a performance based long term incentive program.” 
  • Direct mentorship from firm leadership. 
  • Opportunities to lead diverse engagements from start to finish, gaining holistic experience. 
Flexibility and Work-Life Balance: 
  • Limited travel requirements—primarily local clients with minimal overnight stays. 
  • A focus on work-life balance to support your personal and professional goals. 
Compensation and Benefits 
  • Competitive salary range: $210,000 - $250,000 + discretionary bonus up to 10% of base salary. 
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and retirement. 
  • Flexible paid time off policy. 
  • Generous time off & firm-paid holidays schedule optimal work-life balance. 
Collaborative Culture: 
  • A close-knit team environment where your contributions are valued and your voice is heard. 
  • A community-oriented firm that emphasizes local impact and personalized service. 
 Your Future: We are seeking leaders with a vision for the future and the drive to make it happen. At Beebout, Williams & Olds CPAs, you will have the autonomy and resources to shape your career while making meaningful contributions to our firm and clients.

How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to careers@bwocpa.com.  

Beebout, Williams & Olds CPAs is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status. 
 
Compensation: $210,000.00 - $250,000.00 per year

Company Website: www.bwocpa.com

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