Federal Audit Manager

About the role

CohnReznick is one of the nation’s top professional services firms, providing advisory, assurance, and tax services through CohnReznick LLP and CohnReznick Advisory LLC. The firm helps organizations optimize performance, manage risk, and maximize value, serving clients worldwide as an independent member of Nexia. This Federal Audit Manager position supports the Government and Public Sector Advisory practice in the Bethesda office, a highly experienced team specializing in public entity operations, processes, regulations, and reporting requirements. The role is hybrid, with professionals encouraged to be in the office together in person on average three days a week.

Responsibilities

• Manage audit teams on a variety of federal financial statement audits, with potential to lead other audits (performance audits, examinations, reviews, agreed‑upon procedures, etc.)
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of complex federal accounting standards and federal auditing concepts, applying that understanding to unique client situations
• Apply strong project management skills by tracking success metrics, promoting efficient and productive team performance, and reinforcing engagement‑specific best practices
• Report status, issues, and delays to leadership and clients in a timely manner
• Provide consistent coaching, mentoring, and training to team members on technical and professional matters
• Cultivate strong professional relationships and function as a liaison and trusted advisor for clients, auditees, and team members
• Lead sales and business development efforts by identifying new opportunities, supporting marketing strategy execution, cross‑selling services across business lines, and using professional networks to shape go‑to‑market strategies

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in accounting or business administration
• CPA license
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance or higher
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience performing federal financial statement audits
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and other responsibilities concurrently

CohnReznick encourages applicants who are excited about the role even if their experience does not align perfectly with every qualification; the firm is dedicated to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Flexible work environment
• Expanded and inclusive parental leave
• Extensive learning & development opportunities
• Paid time off for employees to volunteer
• Discretionary performance bonus

Pay

In Maryland, the salary range for this Advisory Manager position is $115,000 to $155,000, with actual compensation based on skills, experience, qualifications, location, and applicable employment laws.

Schedule

This is a hybrid role; professionals are encouraged to be in the office together in person on average three days a week.