Audit Partner - Government

Ranked among the largest assurance, tax and advisory firms in the U.S., Cherry Bekaert delivers innovative and sophisticated advisory, assurance and tax services to our clients. The Government Services Group is the largest attest practice and one of the fastest-growing practice groups for Cherry Bekaert. Government Services is a strategic industry for our firm and we seek a highly motivated Government Audit Partner to help us continue to build our government audit strength. At Cherry Bekaert, we create shared success through teamwork, energy, and expertise. We offer a rewarding career path for motivated, curious, and entrepreneurial individuals. If you''re ready to find your space and create your future, keep reading!Located ideally in the Greater Washington DC area (Tysons, VA; Rockville, Bethesda, MD), this highly visible position offers excellent training, development, and professional growth. Relocation assistance may be offered. Once you join the team, your feeling of belonging and community will be strengthened by the firm''s core values: Integrity, Mutual Respect, Passion for Excellence, Accountability, Collaboration, and Trust.You''ll be responsible for leading a team that provides audit and consulting services to governmental entities in the country, including local governments, public authorities, transportation agencies, school districts, and state and local agencies. These varied government clients range in revenue size from $2 million to $9 billion. Limited travel should be expected. In addition to delivering exceptional client service, you''ll also team with other service line and industry partners to focus on practice growth and development.Qualifications* Bachelor''s degree in accounting. Masters preferred.* Must be CPA certified and have an active CPA license.* Minimum of 10 years'' experience with a large local, regional or national public accounting firm; 5+ years'' as a partner.* Local government experience (cities, counties, towns) is required. Airport authorities and/or Enterprise Funds experience a plus.* Involvement with GFOA, ASBO, ICMA, and/or AGA is desirable.* Candidate''s strongest traits must be in client service and business development, leading to growth* Strong leadership and staff development skills* Excellent oral and written communication skills* Exceptional interpersonal skills* Excellent problem solving, organizational, and analytical skillsWhat We Offer You:* A well-run firm that offers stability and opportunity to develop as a leader and grow your book of business* Collaborative environment focused on career advancement and professional development* Supportive partnership group with a ''one firm'' mentality and a commitment to colleagues'' success* Big firm resources and bench strength; small firm flexibility and openness to new ideas* Collaboration across service lines and offices; a firm culture that embraces one another and the community; and an excellent opportunity to help bring along talented new staff, seniors, and managers* Defined metrics and targets that eliminate ambiguityAbout Cherry BekaertCherry Bekaert, ranked among the largest assurance, tax and advisory firms in the U.S., serves clients across industries in all 50 U.S. states and internationally. ''Cherry Bekaert'' is the brand name under which Cherry Bekaert LLP and Cherry Bekaert Advisory LLC, independently owned entities, provide professional services in an alternative practice structure in accordance with applicable professional standards. Cherry Bekaert LLP is a licensed CPA firm that provides attest services, and Cherry Bekaert Advisory LLC and its subsidiary entities provide business advisory and non-attest services spanning the areas of transaction advisory, risk and accounting advisory, digital solutions, cybersecurity, tax, benefits consulting, and wealth management. For more details, visit /disclosure.Cherry Bekaert cares about its people. We offer a competitive compensation package where you will be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, we offer a comprehensive, high-quality benefits program which includes medical, dental, and vision care; disability and life insurance; generous Paid Time Off; retirement plans; Paid Care Leave; and other programs that are dedicated to enhancing your personal and work life and providing you and your family with a measure of financial protection.Cherry Bekaert provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.Candidates must demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States. Cherry Bekaert will not provide work sponsorship for this position.Cherry Bekaert LLP and Cherry Bekaert Advisory LLC are members of Allinial Global, an accountancy and business advisory global association. 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Created: 2025-10-04