Performance Management Manager

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. The firm helps organizations optimize performance, manage risk, and maximize value through deep industry knowledge, tailored solutions, and insight on emerging market forces. With offices nationwide, CohnReznick serves organizations around the world as an independent member of Nexia.

About the role

We currently have an exciting career opportunity for a Performance Management Manager to join our Talent Management team in a hybrid capacity. This position is considered hybrid, meaning 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, professionals are encouraged to be in the office together on average 3 days a week.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the performance management experience, including talent standards, coaching, evaluations, and feedback
• Manage an internal performance management transformation, including a new software platform implementation
• Spearhead multiple high-priority projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment, ensuring effective prioritization, stakeholder alignment, and on-time delivery of strategic initiatives
• Develop and maintain process documentation, job aids, presentations, and other supporting resources to drive adoption, consistency, and operational excellence
• Create executive-level presentations, communications, and strategic deliverables that directly support firm priorities and leadership decision-making
• Leverage AI-enabled tools and emerging technologies to enhance productivity, streamline processes, improve content development, generate insights, and drive innovation across performance management programs and initiatives
• Assist HR Field representatives and leadership in implementing performance management tools and techniques
• Develop and execute communication plans to drive performance management process awareness and compliance
• Assist in the development and presentation of performance management training programs and tools
• Collect, analyze, and maintain data metrics to inform targeted employee development and succession planning
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to collect feedback and ideas for improvements, balancing in-the-moment needs with long-term goals
• Embrace innovation and look beyond traditional ways to create new approaches and solve problems
• Create and implement change management strategies and plans

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience as a Performance Management Manager or in a similar position
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or business-related field
• Experience working for a Public Accounting or Professional Services Firm
• Deep expertise in performance management and strong business acumen to develop and recommend strategic solutions
• Strong and effective project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects at once
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Exceptional attention to detail with a proven ability to produce accurate, polished, and high-quality work products in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to develop executive-level presentations, communications, and materials that are visually compelling, strategically aligned, and tailored for senior leadership audiences
• Superior presentation skills with the ability to adapt appropriately to target audiences, influence, and foster group communication
• Demonstrated success as a collaborator and relationship builder with the ability to facilitate strategic working sessions
• Ability to work effectively under challenging conditions; demonstrates resilience
• Ability to bring multiple ideas from different channels into fruition
• Proven track record of analyzing and interpreting data to provide actionable insights
• Ability to be flexible in a dynamic environment and comfortable with ambiguity
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Outlook

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience with any or all of the following tools: Copilot or other AI tools, SharePoint, Qualtrics 360, Cornerstone on Demand, UKG, and PowerBI
• PHR or SHRM-CP designation is a plus

Benefits

We invest in a robust Total Rewards package that includes:

• Generous PTO
• Flexible work environment
• Expanded parental leave
• Extensive learning and development opportunities
• Paid time off for employees to volunteer

At CohnReznick, we believe it’s important to balance work with everyday life and make time for enjoyment and fun. We’re united by a common mission to create opportunity, value, and trust for our clients, our people, and our communities.