Audit Director — Los Angeles, CA
Full-time · Public Accounting
We're seeking a distinguished Audit Director to serve as a senior leader in our Los Angeles practice. This is a high-visibility role for a seasoned professional ready to drive technical excellence, own a significant client portfolio, and help shape the future of our audit practice — with partnership on the horizon.
Key functions
- Serve as senior technical authority on complex audit, attest, and accounting matters across all applicable frameworks including GAAP, GAAS, and PCAOB
- Own and grow a substantial book of business — serving as trusted advisor to executives, boards, and audit committees
- Direct the full audit practice: setting quality standards, overseeing risk management, and ensuring regulatory compliance firm-wide
- Lead and inspire a multi-tiered team of managers, supervisors, seniors, and associates — building culture and driving retention
- Drive practice growth through active business development: originating new clients, leading pitches, and expanding referral networks across LA
- Collaborate with firm leadership on strategic planning, service line development, and market positioning
- Oversee complex technical accounting issues including business combinations, impairments, variable interest entities, and more
- Lead firm-wide recruiting, training, and staff development initiatives
- Represent the firm through industry events, speaking engagements, and thought leadership in the LA market
Qualifications
- 12+ years of progressive audit experience in public accounting, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field required; Master's strongly preferred
- Active CPA license required
- Recognized technical expertise across complex accounting and auditing areas
- Proven book of business with demonstrated ability to originate and grow high-value client relationships
- Executive-level leadership presence — able to inspire teams and influence firm strategy
- Deep familiarity with SEC reporting, PCAOB standards, or nonprofit/governmental auditing a strong plus
- Active presence in the Los Angeles business and professional community preferred
To be considered, please apply with a resume. If you have any other questions or wish to discuss any other accounting positions, reach out to Timo Schaetze with gpac via 651.842.5576 Resume may be confidentially sent to timo.schaetze@gogpac.com
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
