About this position
Company Overview
The HdL Companies help cities, counties and special districts maximize revenues through research and discovery efforts, financial and economic analysis, and provision of software that supports local government operations in a variety of important ways. We are regarded as a leader, occupying a specific niche in the financial services sector, and serving over 600 local governments nationwide. Leveraging our talented team of professionals, along with leading edge software and database systems, HdL discovery efforts have recovered over $3 billion for our local government partners.
Core Values
HdL team members individually and collectively aspire to the following core values:
- Deliver Excellence In Everything – We anticipate needs and believe that delivering extraordinary service, inside and outside our organization, is key to our success. We passionately pursue excellence in everything we do.
- Do The Right Thing – We always act in the best interests of our company and our clients. We are respectful, have high integrity, and are accountable for our actions.
- Foster Relationships – We build lasting relationships based on trust with our teams and our clients. We value collaboration toward our common goals and inspire each other to improve and progress.
- Give Generously – We give generously of our time and resources with our teammates, clients, and communities. We impart information for best practices, encourage professional development, and support charitable community organizations.
- Enjoy The Journey – We enjoy our journey and enthusiastically celebrate our successes. We have fun and find fulfillment working with our colleagues and clients
- Be Authentic, Grateful, and Humble – We are thankful for the success we have achieved individually and as a company and never take it for granted.
Job Description
This role provides strategic direction, operational oversight, and technical leadership for all audit-related activities.
Job Responsibilities
Audit Leadership & Operations
- Lead and manage HdL’s audit division, including planning, execution, and delivery of audits
- Establish standardized audit methodologies, procedures, and documentation practices
- Ensure audits are accurate, defensible, timely, and compliant with applicable laws and regulations
- Serve as the primary escalation point for complex or high-risk audit matters
Team Development & Management
- Recruit, train, mentor, and evaluate audit staff
- Foster professional development and knowledge growth within the audit team
- Assign workloads, manage capacity, and ensure efficient resource utilization
- Promote consistency and quality across all audit staff
Client & Stakeholder Support
- Act as a subject-matter expert for municipal clients and internal leadership
- Support client communications related to audit findings, methodologies, and resolutions
- Assist in resolving disputes or challenges related to audit determinations
Strategic & Organizational Support
- Reduce dependency on executive leadership for day-to-day audit oversight
- Identify opportunities to improve audit processes, efficiency, and scalability
- Support long-term growth of HDL’s audit services and organizational objectives
Skills and Qualifications
- Knowledge of financial, accounting, and auditing principles and practices
- Patient, calm, professional, and friendly demeanor
- Able to work in growing, changing environment, and have an impact on organizational change
- Proficient in MS Office, accounting systems, and data entry in an accounting environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong analytical skills
- Supervision and team building skills
Education and Experience
- BS degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field preferred
- At least 2 years’ experience in accounting or similar industry
- A combination of education and experience will be considered
Compensation
The starting base salary for this Fresno position is expected to be between $84,500 to $110,000 annually. Actual salary will be determined based on skills, experience (to the extent relevant) and other job-related factors, consistent with applicable law.
Benefits
- Competitive Base Pay
- Opportunity to participate in 401k
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, LTD and Employee Assistance Program
- Paid time off for Vacation, Sick and Holidays
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (learn more about the HdL ESOP at: https://www.hdlcompanies.com/about/careers)
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