Assurance Manager (Governments) at MGO in Irvine, CA

Overview

About MGO:

MGO (Macias, Gini & O'Connell LLP) is a top CPA and advisory firm serving clients across highly regulated industries, including state and local government, tribal governments, gaming and hospitality, technology, and entertainment. With more than 500 professionals globally, MGO has been recognized as a Best Place to Work and a leading firm by Accounting Today and Inside Public Accounting.

Position Summary:

MGO is seeking an experienced Assurance Manager to join our growing State & Local Government (SLG) and Tribal Services practice. This role will focus on leading audits and assurance engagements for state and local governments, tribal governments, tribal enterprises, and casino and gaming entities.

As an Assurance Manager, you will be responsible for managing multiple client engagements, overseeing engagement teams, serving as a trusted advisor to clients, and ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality assurance services. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise in governmental accounting and auditing, including extensive knowledge of Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) standards, Government Auditing Standards, and Single Audit requirements.

This position offers a unique opportunity to work closely with municipalities, special districts, tribal governments, tribally owned enterprises, and gaming organizations while helping to drive the continued growth of MGO's SLG and Tribal Services practice.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee audit engagements from planning through issuance, including risk assessment, staffing, budgeting, scheduling, and quality control review.
• Serve as the primary client contact and build strong, long-term relationships through exceptional client service and strategic guidance.
• Lead audits of state and local governments, tribal governments, tribal enterprises, and casino and gaming entities.
• Ensure engagements are performed in accordance with Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), Government Auditing Standards (Yellow Book), and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Oversee Single Audits and testing of federal grant compliance under Uniform Guidance.
• Apply and interpret GASB accounting standards and governmental financial reporting requirements.
• Review work performed by Senior Associates and Associates, providing coaching, mentorship, and technical guidance.
• Monitor engagement progress, budgets, realization, and billing to ensure timely and profitable completion.
• Identify opportunities to improve audit efficiency, strengthen internal processes, and provide value-added recommendations to clients.
• Assist with recruiting, employee development, performance management, and retention initiatives within the practice.
• Support business development activities, including proposal preparation, networking, and identifying opportunities for practice growth.
• Stay current on governmental accounting standards, federal compliance requirements, tribal governance considerations, and gaming industry regulations.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of public accounting experience in assurance services.
• Experience auditing state and local governments, tribal governments, tribal enterprises, casino and gaming entities, or other highly regulated organizations preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
• Active CPA license required.
• Strong working knowledge of:
• Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) standards
• Government Auditing Standards (Yellow Book)
• Single Audit requirements
• Uniform Guidance compliance testing
• Governmental fund accounting and financial reporting
• Experience with tribal enterprise reporting, gaming industry audits, and federal compliance engagements is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated experience managing audit engagements, budgets, timelines, and client relationships.
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and mentor staff across multiple levels.
• Strong project management, analytical, communication, and client service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience supporting practice growth through business development and client expansion activities is a plus.

Why MGO:

At MGO, our people are our greatest asset. We foster a collaborative, inclusive, and flexible work environment where professionals are empowered to grow their careers while making a meaningful impact on the clients and communities we serve. Through exposure to diverse governmental, tribal, and gaming engagements, you will gain specialized experience, develop technical expertise, and work alongside industry leaders dedicated to your professional success. As a Manager, you will have the opportunity to influence client strategy, mentor future leaders, and contribute to the continued growth of one of the nation's leading government and tribal assurance practices.

Compensation & Benefits

Base Salary: $135,000 - $160,000Bonus Opportunity: Up to 10% of base salary and other earnings potential

Join a growing, entrepreneurial firm where you can lead high-impact engagements, develop talented teams, and help clients navigate their most complex financial and business challenges while advancing your own career.

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