CS&L CPAs is a Florida-based certified public accounting firm serving organizations and individuals with audit and assurance, accounting, CFO, tax, advisory, and succession-planning services. Its work spans sectors such as healthcare, construction and real estate, manufacturing, government, nonprofits, professional services, and retail. The firm’s team supports financial reporting, business decisions, tax planning and compliance, pension administration and audits, and international tax matters from offices in Bradenton, Sarasota, and Tampa.
External Auditor, Governmental & Nonprofit Audits, Bradenton Hybrid
Lead governmental and nonprofit audit engagements for Florida clients at CS&L CPAs. Prepare financial statements, apply GASB, GAAP, and GAAS, and mentor audit staff.
Description
- Manage daily audit engagements as the in-charge auditor
- Design and perform audit procedures
- Prepare financial statements and supporting audit documentation
- Apply CS&L CPAs’ audit methodology
- Identify accounting and auditing issues and communicate them to Managers and Principals
- Work directly with clients to maintain efficient information flow throughout engagements
- Research new accounting and auditing standards and share findings with the team
- Mentor, coach, and support audit staff
- Apply GAAP and GAAS knowledge across engagements
- Contribute to scheduling, training, research, and other administrative activities
- Provide excellent client service while supporting the development of future auditors
- Partner with governmental and nonprofit clients to resolve complex accounting issues and build trusted relationships
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
- At least 5 years of audit experience at a public accounting firm
- Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
- Experience preparing or auditing governmental financial statements under GASB standards, primarily through external audits for local governments and nonprofit governmental entities
- Experience with nonprofit and/or governmental audits
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook, as well as online research tools
- CPA license or progress toward CPA licensure
- Frequent travel to local client sites is expected
- Out-of-town travel of approximately 10–20% is required
- Approximately 40–50% of the year will be spent on-site with clients in the Bradenton/Sarasota area
Benefits
- Hybrid work arrangement
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance with two medical plan options
- Group life, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
- Voluntary benefits including critical illness and accident insurance, identity theft protection, pet insurance, telehealth services, and additional life insurance options
- 401(k) retirement program
- Generous paid time off and holiday leave
- CPA exam bonus program
- Mentorship and business development program
- CS&L Cares program supporting team members and their communities when assistance is needed