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As CohnReznick grows, so do our career opportunities. As one of the nation’s top professional services firms, CohnReznick creates rewarding careers in advisory, assurance, and tax with team members who value innovation and collaboration in everything they do!

CohnReznick helps organizations optimize performance, manage risk, and maximize value through CohnReznick LLP (assurance services) and CohnReznick Advisory LLC (advisory and tax services). Together, the firm provides leaders with deep industry knowledge and relationships, solutions to address clients’ unique business goals and risks, and insight on how emerging market forces can drive opportunity. With offices nationwide, the firm serves organizations around the world as an independent member of Nexia.

We currently have an exciting career opportunity for a Manager to join the Advisory team in our Government Contract Advisory practice.

CohnReznick is a hybrid firm and most of our professionals are located within a commutable distance to one of our offices. This position is considered remote which means it does not require job duties be performed within proximity of a CohnReznick office location. However, as a remote employee, you may be required to be present at a CohnReznick office with scheduled notice for client work, team meetings, or trainings.
This position will support CohnReznick’s Government Contract Advisory team which has provided comprehensive services to government contractors for over 40 years. We have been voted one of the best places to work for the last several years, a testament to the culture that is ingrained within the organization, and we are seeking candidates who are as passionate about the clients they serve as we are. If you are excited about helping organizations grow and building strong client relationships, then the Government Contracting team is the place for you. With guidance from our superior leadership team, you will find endless opportunities to accelerate your career. Join us to be part of something greater.

The Manager will work closely with client management to provide timely, efficient advisory support in the government contracting environment. You will have responsibility to execute a wide range of advisory services on various ongoing special projects with our government contractor clients. This position works directly with senior leadership of the firm.

• Under the direction of an engagement leader, manage the day-to-day activities on business system readiness assessments and mock audits for Accounting, Estimating, CPSR (Contractor Purchasing System Review), and Property Systems

• Under the direction of an engagement leader, execute the activities to conduct indirect rate structure evaluations and provide alternative rate structures

• Analyze client pricing strategies

• Under the direction of an engagement leader, manage incurred cost submission and CAS disclosure statement preparations

• Provide advice to clients with DCAA disputes and responses

• Evaluate and implement policies and procedures and internal controls

• FAR/CAS Compliance

• Knowledge of ERP month-end and year-end close processes

• Accounting Concepts knowledge to include 606 Revenue and 842 Lease Analysis Calculations

• Financial Statement Preparation and Review of Ratios/Variances

• Manage engagement activities in accordance with client time and budget expectations

• Make effective use of firm resources to complete a project

• Manage multiple client projects at any given time

• Promote and participate in teamwork and cooperation within the office.

• Foster effective relationships with clients

• Exhibit strong leadership skills and identify and solve problems in a team environment

• Earn confidence, trust and respect from clients and colleagues

• Develop technical skills and industry knowledge

• Demonstrate initiative, resourcefulness, creativity and independent thinking

• Participate in business development activities including, but not limited to, participating in networking events and assisting in the development of proposals for new business.

• Participate in presentations on technical matters

• Represent the firm in a positive and professional manner

• Active participation in CohnReznick internal development programs, including staff training courses

• Provide mentorship and leadership to developing team members
  

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA license is a plus

• 5+ years of recent experience in the government contract industry

• Experience with Indirect Rates and Incurred Cost Submissions

• Knowledge of DFARS business system requirements, specifically estimating and/or CPSR

• Excellent analytical, technical, and advisory skills

• Exceptional client service and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships

• Excellent written, interpersonal, and presentation skills

• Strong technical skills in FAR and CAS

• Working experience with MS Office applications, especially Excel

• Solid organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to multi-task

• Ability to travel, if needed

• Due to the nature of projects and work for this role, U.S. citizenship is required