Assurance Director

About Sorren

Our Firm Sorren is a top 50 national advisory firm that blends deep expertise with a human‑first approach. We focus on accounting, assurance, tax, advisory, and private client services, building lasting relationships and delivering strategic solutions.

Position Summary

Provide strategic oversight and leadership for the firm’s most complex and high‑risk assurance engagements, delivering high‑quality audit services and fostering innovation across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight and leadership for the planning, execution, and delivery of the firm’s most complex and high‑risk assurance engagements, including audits, reviews, and agreed‑upon procedures.
• Serve as the firm’s lead technical authority on GAAP, GAAS, PCAOB standards, and SEC reporting, providing guidance on complex accounting issues such as revenue recognition, lease accounting, consolidations, and internal controls.
• Direct and review the preparation and distribution of all periodic financial statements for external reporting.
• Advise senior leadership and clients on trends and changes in accounting standards and regulatory reporting requirements; recommend and implement best‑practice responses.
• Oversee all engagement strategies and ensure alignment with client goals, risk management protocols, and evolving industry and regulatory expectations.
• Act as a liaison with external auditors and regulators, coordinate preparation of materials for boards, audit committees, or shareholders as needed.
• Approve engagement budgets and resource planning to ensure profitability while maintaining quality standards.
• Drive innovation and process improvement by enhancing audit methodology, adopting emerging technologies, and evaluating new tools and workflows.
• Mentor, coach, and develop senior managers and managers, overseeing progression and succession planning.
• Review and approve all major deliverables, including financial statements, audit reports, and internal control communications.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, interpreting audit outcomes and strengthening internal financial reporting functions.
• Lead firm‑wide business development efforts through proposals, pricing strategies, client pitches, and relationship expansion initiatives.
• Champion firm values and culture, promoting inclusion and collaboration, and representing Sorren at professional associations and community forums.
• Maintain technical and leadership excellence through continuous learning, thought leadership, and participation in standard‑setting and industry advocacy groups.
• Perform other duties and remain flexible to take on additional responsibilities as assigned by firm leadership.
• Meet annual billable hour and other targets to fulfill individual, team, and firm productivity goals.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of assurance‑related experience; CPA license required.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field.
• Authoritative expertise in U.S. GAAP, GAAS, PCAOB, and SEC regulations.
• Extensive experience leading high‑profile and high‑risk assurance engagements across diverse industries.
• Mastery of assurance technologies and analytics platforms.
• Demonstrated success in managing and developing senior leaders, including succession planning and performance coaching.
• Exceptional executive communication skills; ability to build trusted relationships at the C‑suite and board levels.
• Strategic advisory mindset with a focus on aligning assurance services with clients’ business goals and risk profiles.
• Strong financial and operational acumen; ability to evaluate engagement profitability and drive continuous improvement.
• Advanced problem‑solving and risk‑management capabilities.
• Proven contributor to firm‑wide initiatives such as methodology enhancement, quality control, talent development, and business development strategies.
• Recognized thought leader with active engagement in professional development and industry events.
• Commitment to ethical leadership and a quality‑first culture.
• Full‑time commitment and flexibility to work beyond regular hours to meet team deadlines.

Compensation

California compensation range for this role is $160,000 - $220,000. Colorado compensation range for this role is $160,000 - $220,000. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and geographic location. Discretionary incentive compensation is based on firm, group, and individual performance.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus life and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Paid holidays, including a firmwide winter break (December 24 – January 1)
• Paid parental leave (available after one year of service)
• Mentorship and career development programs
• CPA exam support to help you succeed on the path to licensure
• Firm‑sponsored events and spontaneous team activities
• Celebrations to mark milestones such as the end of busy season and the holidays

EEO Statement

Sorren is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state or local law.

Accommodation Statement

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.