Government Contract Audit - Manager
CohnReznick

As CohnReznick grows, so do our career opportunities. As one of the nation's top Professional Services and Business Advisory firms, we foster teams in Advisory, Assurance, and Tax services that value innovation and collaboration in everything they do!

YOUR TEAM.

We currently have an exciting career opportunity for an Audit Lead to join our GovCon Advisory team.

CohnReznick is a hybrid firm meaning 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 Contracting 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.

WHY COHNREZNICK?

At CohnReznick, we're united by a common mission to create opportunity, value, and trust for our clients, our people, and our communities. Whether it's working alongside your peers to solve a client challenge, or volunteering together at the local food bank, there are so many ways to find your "why" at the firm.

We believe it's important to balance work with everyday life - and make time for enjoyment and fun. We invest in a robust Total Rewards package that includes everything from generous PTO, a flexible work environment, expanded parental leave, extensive learning & development, and even paid time off for employees to volunteer.

YOUR ROLE.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Contract Audit and Advisory Services
• Client Relations and Engagement Management
• Training and Professional Development
• Support partners and growth of the practice

Advisory & Audit

• We perform a wide variety of federal contract audits to include incurred cost, business systems (accounting, purchasing and estimating), proposal, Cost Accounting Standards/Disclosure Statement, and a variety of real-time audits. Therefore, performing audit procedures in accordance with firm standards and GAGAS in an accurate, thorough and timely manner.
• Understanding of the DCAA contract audit manual and auditing procedures.
• Responsibility for review of pre-engagement planning, execution, and final deliverable
• Monitoring project status against the work plan and communicate schedule adjustments to senior managers and/or partners
• Review of workpapers and audit reports of staff
• Performs consulting services to government contractors in the areas of business system readiness, incurred cost submissions, indirect rate modeling, FAR, CAS and executive compensation analysis
• Reviews the audit and consulting work of Senior Associates

Client Relations and Engagement Management

• Accept responsibility for, and complete engagements 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.
• Promotes teamwork and cooperation within the office. Fosters effective relationships with clients and referral sources.
• Exhibits strong leadership skills and identifies and solves problems with team.
• Provides timely evaluations and feedback to team members to build a confidence and expertise

Training and Professional Development

• Earn confidence, trust and respect from clients and colleagues.
• Continually develop technical skills and industry knowledge. Demonstrate initiative, resourcefulness, creativity and independent thinking.
• Attend local professional and business organization functions, as well as networking events. Participate and provide training in presentations on technical matters externally and internally.
• Represent the firm in positive and professional manner.
• Demonstrate sound business judgment and participate in management of the practice group.
• Actively participate in CohnReznick internal development programs, including staff training courses.
• Participates in proposal writing, prospecting meetings and oral presentations to secure new clients.
• Provides mentorship and leadership to developing staff members.

YOUR EXPERIENCE.

The successful candidate will have:

• BS/BA in Accounting or Finance
• CPA Required
• 8+ years of experience in public accounting, consulting firm or other relevant experience such as DCAA or civilian agency experience
• 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 research skills in FAR / CAS
• Experience with readiness assessment and audit for DFARS business systems (accounting, estimating, property)
• Experience with incurred cost, proposal audits and forward pricing rates
• Proven technical skills with MS Office applications such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook; audit software, and Caseware experience a plus
• Solid organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to multi-task
• Due to the nature of projects and work for this role, U.S. citizenship is required

Studies have shown that we are less likely to apply to jobs unless we meet every single qualification. At CohnReznick, we are dedicated to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our other roles.

CohnReznick is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive team to drive business results and create a better future every day for our team members, clients, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information, please see Equal Employment Opportunity Posters

If you are an individual with a disability in need of assistance at any time during our recruitment process, please contact us at CRaccommodation@CohnReznick.com Please note: This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and are not a means of inquiry about positions or application statuses.

CohnReznick does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters are currently engaged by CohnReznick Talent Acquisition Team by way of a written agreement to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that CohnReznick will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.

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