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At Current, everything starts with people. We believe that when you invest in talent through opportunity, development, and support, you unlock growth for individuals, firms, and clients alike. That’s why we’ve built a platform designed to give our people access to more: more learning, more collaboration, and more ways to grow their careers than any single firm could offer on its own. Founded in 2023, Currenthas rapidly become one of the fastest-growing accounting platforms in the country, partnering with more than 40 leading accounting firms across the United States. Today, our community includes over 2,000 professionals, 30+ offices nationwide, and a growing global workforce that supports clients around the world. Backed by Thrive Capital, Bessemer Venture Partners, and Springdale Industries, Current is investing heavily in technology, artificial intelligence, and workforce innovation to help modernize the profession. Our leadership team has a proven track record of building and scaling successful businesses, with prior ventures generating more than $3 billion in combined enterprise value. We’re building something bigger than a traditional accounting firm: a platform where talented people can grow faster, learn more, and do more meaningful work. Whether you join Current, one of our partner firms, or our global team, you’ll be part of a community shaping the future of the profession.

The Audit Director is a key leader in the Audit & Assurance practice, responsible for delivering exceptional client service, developing the engagement team, and driving the firm’s audit methodology and risk management practices. This role oversees multiple engagements, provides technical and people leadership, and helps grow the practice through coaching, operational excellence, and business development.

• Lead end-to-end audit and assurance engagements, including planning, execution, and final deliverables (30%)
• Manage engagement risk, quality control, and compliance with professional standards and firm methodology while providing technical leadership on complex accounting and auditing matters (20%)
• Develop and mentor team members through coaching, feedback, and performance management (20%)
• Serve as primary client contact for engagement execution, proactively communicating status, issues, and recommendations, and reinforcing strong client relationships (15%)
• Support practice growth through proposal support, client expansion, thought leadership, and process improvement initiatives (15%)

• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, auditing standards (e.g., AICPA, PCAOB where applicable), and internal control concepts
• Strong project leadership and prioritization across multiple concurrent engagements
• Advanced analytical and critical thinking skills; ability to evaluate complex accounting issues
• Excellent written and verbal communication and executive presence

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
• 8+ years of audit experience in public accounting (typical), with progressive leadership responsibility
• Prior people management experience required (coaching, performance management, and team development)
• CPA license required (or ability to maintain active license in the applicable state)

• Experience with QuickBooks Online, UltraTax, and AdvanceFlow.
• Exposure to complex audit engagements or specialized industries.

• Full-time, salaried, exempt position.
• Based in Fayetteville, AR or Springfield, MO.
• Some travel required for on-site audit engagements.
• Standard office hours with additional hours required during peak audit seasons.

• Collaborative team environment
• Employee-focused culture
• Leadership development opportunities
• Flexible scheduling
• Performance-based incentive program
• Opportunity to help shape the future of a growing firm

Compensation for this role is designed to reflect both core responsibilities and individual contribution. This position is paid on a salary basis using a total compensation model, which includes a base salary plus performance-based incentive pay through the firm’s Balanced Scorecard (BSC) program. Incentive pay is earned and a portion paid monthly based on individual performance and is included as part of the role’s total compensation. Compensation is determined based on experience, qualifications, performance, and role alignment within the firm.

• Flexible scheduling aligned with client deadlines and engagement responsibilities.
• Unlimited PTO planned in coordination with engagement schedules and peak seasons.

The total rewards package at Current includes base salary and benefits.

Our salary ranges are competitive within the accounting industry and are updated regularly using the most reliable compensation survey data for our industry. New hire offers are made based on a candidate’s experience, expertise, geographic location, and internal pay equity relative to peers.

We provide a robust benefits package, including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with options for fully paid employee only coverage for health and dental)
• Company-Paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Ancillary Benefits such as supplemental life insurance and short-term disability options
• Classic Safe Harbor 401(k) Plan with employer contributions
• Opportunities for professional growth, learning, and development including access to Becker and LinkedIn Learning

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.