Job Description

Job Summary:

The Director, State and Local Advisory is responsible for supervising client engagements, maintaining client relations providing client support in the areas of accounting, contracts, and pricing, and overseeing assigned associates, senior associates, and mangers.

Job Duties:

• Oversees and assumes responsibility for all projects phases and works directly with clients to accomplish project objectives
• Provides technical expertise, guidance, and oversight related to accounting operations and practices.
• Supports clients in the evaluation and enhancement of finance and accounting-related business practices
• Performs reviews and assessment of financial information and reporting, including GAAP and GASB compliance. Prepares client financial reporting and other management information
• Reviews and develops policies and procedures related to accounting and financial business practices
• Supports the design and execution of strategies for the enhancement and growth of related services
• Participates in Business Development initiatives to secure new business, including but not limited to participating in Business Development meetings, developing relationships with clients and networking activities
• Obtains a leadership position in and participates in Industry associations
• Develops and presents thought leadership as appropriate
• Other duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Serves as a member of the management team
• Supervises, develops, and trains associates, senior associates and managers
• Reviews and evaluates work prepared by associates, senior associates and managers
• Trains associates and senior associates on how to use current software tools and government services methodology
• Schedules and supervises workload of employees
• Provides verbal and written performance feedback to associates and senior associates
• Acts as a Career Advisor to associates, senior associates and managers

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, required
• Advanced degree, preferred

Experience:

• Ten (10) or more years of state and local government experience including financial reporting, applying GASB standards, and general accounting, required

License/Certifications:

• CPA, preferred

Software:

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, required

Language:

• N/A

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, specifically business / report writing
• Strong analytical and basic research skills
• Solid organizational skills especially ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details
• Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently or within a group environment
• Proven ability to work in a deadline-driven environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Demonstrated command of financial reporting, financial statement and Single Audit practices, GAAP, GASB, and other relevant accounting regulations
• Ability to follow and apply specific rules and regulations
• Ability to work with minimal supervision

At BDO, how we show up matters. We build strong relationships by supporting one another, our clients, and our communities with care, curiosity, and a commitment to helping one another grow and succeed. Here, you’ll find meaningful work, leaders invested in your success, and opportunities to build a career around what matters most to you.

Our purpose is to be the people our clients count on to grow with confidence and achieve what matters most. Our values guide how we bring that purpose to life each day. Together, they shape how we work with one another, serve our clients, and create meaningful impact.

BDO provides assurance, tax, and advisory services to clients across the U.S. and around the world. No matter your role, you’ll be part of a team helping clients navigate complexity and move forward with clarity.

We are proud to be an ESOP company, offering participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. As a qualified retirement plan, the ESOP is a meaningful addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits* offerings. It also reinforces an ownership mindset that strengthens our connection to one another, our clients, and the future we’re building together.

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*Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets

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