Assurance Senior Associate (Governments)
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Lead audit engagements for state and local government clients, manage budgets and timelines, supervise staff, and ensure audit quality while building relationships with government stakeholders.
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Overview
Assurance, Senior Associate (SLG)
USA: Dallas Fort Worth Metro (Remote) Must be located in the greater DFW area.
Build a Career That Impacts Communities
At MGO, we're more than a CPA and advisory firm. We're trusted advisors to organizations that shape industries, strengthen communities, and drive meaningful change. As a nationally recognized Best Place to Work with more than 500 professionals across the U.S. and India, we're committed to helping our people grow, lead, and thrive.
We're looking for an experienced Assurance Senior Associate to join our expanding State and Local Government Practice. This is a unique opportunity to work on some of the nation's most significant government audits, including large states, counties, cities, airports, ports, transit agencies, and one of the largest statewide federal compliance audits in the country.
What You'll Do
- Lead audit engagements from planning through completion.
- Manage budgets, timelines, staffing, and client communications.
- Supervise, coach, and develop associates and experienced staff.
- Build trusted relationships with government leaders and key stakeholders.
- Review workpapers, identify risk areas, and ensure audit quality.
- Develop expertise in government auditing standards (GASB), federal compliance, and complex public-sector reporting.
- Contribute to practice growth through client service excellence and business development initiatives.
What You'll Bring
- 3+ years of public accounting audit experience; GASB/State and Local Government audit experience strongly preferred.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field with required accounting coursework.
- CPA license preferred; CPA eligible or actively pursuing certification required.
- Strong leadership, project management, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple engagements while delivering exceptional client service.
Why MGO?
✅ Work on high-profile government engagements that make a tangible impact on communities.
✅ Gain direct exposure to partners and industry leaders who invest in your success.
✅ Accelerate your career with clear advancement opportunities in one of the nation's fastest-growing firms.
✅ Enjoy a people-first culture built on trust, flexibility, inclusion, and innovation.
✅ Competitive compensation, bonus opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and flexible work arrangements designed to support your life and career.
Salary Range: $90,000 - $110,000 plus a competitive bonus program and comprehensive benefits package.
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