Director of Assurance

Who We’re Looking For: Are you ready to grow your career and have the potential with your seat at the table as a partner? We seek an ambitious, self-driven Director of Assurance with a collaborative spirit and impeccable communication skills. If you excel at ensuring adherence to standards, leading teams, and fostering growth, you’re the candidate we desire.

Your Role as Director of Assurance: Embark on a pivotal role where your responsibilities will encompass:

• Manage complex assurance engagements and client relationships (currently no audits being performed)
• Assist clients with meeting their financial statement reporting requirements, allowing them to obtain financing or bonding, in turn enhancing their well-being and communities
• Nurturing and guiding team members, fostering growth and excellence
• Review and set strategic growth goals for the assurance department
• Active role in new business development
• Conduct research on accounting and reporting issues; serve as firmwide resource; provide in-house training as needed
• Oversee and ensure adherence to the company’s Quality Control Document (QCD)
• Ensuring adherence to company and industry standards
• Leading quality control initiatives and managing internal inspection
• Coordinate and facilitate external peer reviews
• Prepare and distribute comprehensive reports on findings and necessary corrective actions

Location: Any of our office locations (Cedar Rapids, Grundy Center, Iowa City, Tipton, Toledo, or Washington), hybrid, or remote (for the right candidate).

About Us: LattaHarris, LLP is a distinguished accounting firm committed to delivering exceptional tax, accounting, and consulting services to a diverse client base. Our core values include integrity, relationship-building, accountability, initiative, and a touch of humor.

What’s in it For You: We take pride in offering an exceptional work environment, including:

• Summer Hours (½ day Fridays in May & September, Fridays off June-August)
• Major Holidays and April 16 & Your Birthday off
• Employer-paid single health coverage
• Parental Leave
• A 401(K) plan with a guaranteed employer match
• Vision, life, and disability insurance
• FLEX spending account
• PTO, VTO & Paid Holidays
• A fun, supportive atmosphere

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: At LattaHarris, LLP, diversity is our strength. We champion an inclusive environment, ensuring that employment decisions—from hiring to promotions—are anchored in merit, competence, performance, and organizational needs. We proudly uphold a non-discriminatory ethos that celebrates differences based on race, color, religion, age, gender, and other protected statuses.

Requirements

Requirements: Skills and Education Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license certification is required
• At least 7 years of experience in public accounting with a focus on financial statement preparation, audits, reviews, and compilations
• Strong understanding of agriculture and/or construction industries preferred
• Experience leading engagements, monitoring time budgets and deadlines
• Client service skills that are highly valued even in a technology-focused job (willing to pick up the phone or have a meeting with client)
• Proficiency in accounting software and computer applications
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail