Audit Manager - Nonprofit/Single Audit

THRIVING On Our Own Terms

We are deeply committed to our core values of Bright Minds, Brave Hearts and Bold Actions and incorporate them into every aspect of our business. By living these values, GHJ measures success by the strength of our relationships, the quality of our impact and the integrity of our actions. The Firm’s independence allows us to make strategic choices to innovate, invest and evolve with purpose. Ultimately, GHJ values operational excellence, financial discipline and the courage to prioritize sustainability over size.

Summary of Role

An A&A Nonprofit Manager is the liaison between the partner, the client, and the professional staff. Nonprofit Managers are responsible for managing multiple nonprofit/tax-exempt auditing and assurance projects and client engagements simultaneously, and scheduling, staffing, and coordinating engagement workflow. Managers develop and train staff, and make connections to develop new business for the firm.

You will be responsible for

• Leading audit, review, and compilation engagements for nonprofit organizations, including single audits for governmentally funded entities.
• Managing engagements from planning through completion, ensuring work is delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with professional standards.
• Serving as the primary day-to-day contact for clients and maintaining a strong understanding of their operations, funding sources, and compliance environment.
• Supervising, mentoring, and reviewing the work of seniors and staff to ensure quality and support professional development.
• Applying and maintaining technical expertise in nonprofit accounting and reporting, U.S. GAAS, Government Auditing Standards, and Uniform Guidance. Familiarity with California state regulatory and compliance requirements applicable to nonprofit organizations is a plus.
• Monitoring engagement economics, communicating with partners on key developments, and addressing issues proactively.

What we need from you

• Commitment to ongoing professional growth, including participation in career development programs to strengthen managerial, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory abilities, with experience guiding and developing teams.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including proven experience liaising effectively with clients.
• Self-motivation with the ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and manage competing priorities.
• Commitment to being part of practice development efforts, including client relationship building, networking, and business development activities.

What skills & experience you’ll bring to us

• Minimum of five (5) years of public accounting experience, with significant focus in the nonprofit industry, including Single Audits and other compliance engagements.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or related field, and active CPA license.
• Demonstrated progression in technical expertise, engagement leadership, and client responsibility.
• Strong technical research skills with the ability to apply authoritative guidance and provide sound accounting and compliance advice.
• Commitment to continuing professional education and ongoing professional development.

Future Relocation Opportunity

For candidates who demonstrate strong performance and successful integration into the role, relocation support to the Los Angeles area may be considered in the future. Any relocation assistance would be based on business needs, mutual interest, and long-term alignment with the firm’s nonprofit practice.

Seven decades, one enduring focus: our people and our clients.

GHJ is a national independent advisory, tax and accounting firm that partners with businesses and nonprofit organizations to deliver clarity and confidence. Since 1953, GHJ has combined deep industry expertise with an entrepreneurial spirit to help leaders achieve their strategic goals.

GHJ is headquartered in Los Angeles and serves clients nationwide, backed by its own dispersed workforce. With nearly 300 professionals and 25+ partners, the Firm provides senior-level expertise with deep industry capabilities in food and beverage, media and advertising, entertainment and nonprofit.

GHJ is a top-ranking firm in the U.S. and member of HLB International. Through this global network, GHJ offers seamless access to resources in over 150 countries while remaining fiercely focused on client success.

Pay and benefits

GHJ complies with all local/state regulations in regards to displaying salary ranges. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data, ranges, applicant's skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications (e.g. JD, technology), for example. At GHJ, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

A reasonable estimate of the current range is $109,000 to $158,250.