Job Description

A growing public accounting firm is seeking an experienced Audit Partner to join a collaborative, relationship-driven team. This opportunity is designed for someone who enjoys leading people, strengthening client relationships, mentoring teams, and helping shape the long-term growth and direction of a firm.

This is not simply a technical audit position — it’s a leadership opportunity with visibility, influence, and the ability to make a meaningful impact.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee audit engagements from planning through completion
• Serve as a trusted advisor and primary point of contact for clients
• Build and maintain strong long-term client relationships
• Mentor, develop, and lead audit staff and managers
• Review engagement quality, technical compliance, and risk management
• Participate in firm leadership initiatives and strategic planning
• Support business development and growth efforts
• Drive process improvement and operational efficiencies

Preferred Background:

• Active CPA required
• 7+ years of public accounting experience
• Significant audit leadership experience
• Experience leading and developing teams
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Background working with privately held companies preferred
• Experience across industries such as construction, manufacturing, real estate, nonprofit, professional services, or related sectors preferred
• Leadership mindset with long-term growth interest

 For more information regarding this position, reach out to Melissa Johnson at 605.610.2024. Resumes can be sent confidentially.

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.