Job Number:
HC-04687
Date Posted:
April 8, 2026
Position Title:
Director of Government Affairs
Party:
N/A
Office Code:
Office/Company:
Maryland Association of CPAs (MACPA)
Reports To:
Location:
Remote (MD)
Contact:
Salary:
$85,000–$115,000, commensurate with experience
Primary Role
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Full Time
Description:
Director of Government AffairsLead and execute MACPA’s state and federal advocacy strategy, Monitor, analyze, and influence legislation and regulatory activity, Draft testimony, comment letters, and policy positions, Represent MACPA with legislators, regulators, and coalition partners, Partner with our legislative consultant during Maryland’s General Assembly session, Identify emerging issues and advise leadership on risks and opportunities5+ years of experience in government affairs, public policy, or advocacy, Strong understanding of Maryland’s legislative and regulatory environment, Exceptional writing, communication, and relationship-building skills, Ability to translate complex issues into clear, actionable insights, Experience working with committees, boards, or member-driven organizations, Knowledge of the CPA profession or related fields is a plus
Responsibilities:
• Lead and execute MACPA’s state and federal advocacy strategy
• Monitor, analyze, and influence legislation and regulatory activity
• Draft testimony, comment letters, and policy positions
• Represent MACPA with legislators, regulators, and coalition partners
• Partner with our legislative consultant during Maryland’s General Assembly session
• Identify emerging issues and advise leadership on risks and opportunities
Qualifications:
• 5+ years of experience in government affairs, public policy, or advocacy
• Strong understanding of Maryland’s legislative and regulatory environment
• Exceptional writing, communication, and relationship-building skills
• Ability to translate complex issues into clear, actionable insights
• Experience working with committees, boards, or member-driven organizations
• Knowledge of the CPA profession or related fields is a plus
Instructions:
Email [email protected]
Other:
This is a high-impact role at the intersection of policy, profession, and community. Your work will directly influence legislation, protect the CPA license, and help shape the future of accounting and finance in Maryland.
