Government Contract Advisory - Senior Associate

About the role

This position is considered hybrid which means team members are expected to be thoughtful and intentional in how they create opportunities for in-person collaboration. While the cadence of in-office presence is determined at the team level, our professionals are encouraged to be in the office/together in person on average 3 days a week.

Your team

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.

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. 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.

Responsibilities

• 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
• Execute the activities to conduct indirect rate structure evaluations and provide alternative rate structures
• Analyze client pricing strategies
• 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
• Support FAR/CAS compliance
• Provide knowledge of ERP month-end and year-end close processes
• Prepare and review financial statements and ratios/variances
• Support engagement activities in accordance with client time and budget expectations
• Make effective use of firm resources to complete a project
• Support 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

Your experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA license is a plus
• 3+ 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 and PowerPoint
• 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

Pay

In Virginia, the salary range for an Advisory Senior Associate is $80,000 to $130,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. Salary is one component of the CohnReznick total rewards package, which includes a discretionary performance bonus, generous paid time off, expanded and inclusive parental benefits, and access to best-in-class learning and development platforms, to name a few.