Federal Staff at Bethesda, Maryland

Summary

Federal Staff Auditor

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 Federal Staff Auditor to join the team in our Bethesda office. 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 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. This position will support CohnReznick's Government and Public Sector Advisory practice. This group is highly experienced and specially trained in the operations, processes, regulations, and reporting requirements of public entities. We are passionate about helping our government and public sector clients overcome challenges and build stronger communities and we have positions available for driven professionals who share our passion to make a difference. Join us for an opportunity to be a part of something greater.

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.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Leads the staff auditor on a variety of federal financial statement audits
• Demonstrates an understanding of complex federal accounting standards, federal auditing concepts and is able to apply to that understanding to unique client situations
• Takes responsibility for all aspects of project execution, ensuring the team meets established deadlines and that deliverables are complete and accurate. Reports status, issues, and delays to leadership and clients timely.
• Provides consistent coaching, mentoring, and training to team members (on technical and professional matters)
• Cultivates strong professional relationships and functions as the main liaison and trusted advisor for clients, auditees, and team members alike.
• Opportunities to participate in comprehensive business development initiatives, including opportunity identification, proposal preparation, budget management, professional networking, etc.

The successful candidate will have:

• BA/BS degree in accounting or business administration
• CPA license or eligible to sit for the CPA exam
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance or higher
• Minimum 2 years of professional experience performing federal financial statement audits
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and other responsibilities concurrently

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.

In Maryland, the salary range for an Advisory Associate is $71,000 to $95,000. 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, to name a few.

Job Description

Federal Staff Auditor

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 Federal Staff Auditor to join the team in our Bethesda office. 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 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. This position will support CohnReznick's Government and Public Sector Advisory practice. This group is highly experienced and specially trained in the operations, processes, regulations, and reporting requirements of public entities. We are passionate about helping our government and public sector clients overcome challenges and build stronger communities and we have positions available for driven professionals who share our passion to make a difference. Join us for an opportunity to be a part of something greater.

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.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Leads the staff auditor on a variety of federal financial statement audits
• Demonstrates an understanding of complex federal accounting standards, federal auditing concepts and is able to apply to that understanding to unique client situations
• Takes responsibility for all aspects of project execution, ensuring the team meets established deadlines and that deliverables are complete and accurate. Reports status, issues, and delays to leadership and clients timely.
• Provides consistent coaching, mentoring, and training to team members (on technical and professional matters)
• Cultivates strong professional relationships and functions as the main liaison and trusted advisor for clients, auditees, and team members alike.
• Opportunities to participate in comprehensive business development initiatives, including opportunity identification, proposal preparation, budget management, professional networking, etc.

The successful candidate will have:

• BA/BS degree in accounting or business administration
• CPA license or eligible to sit for the CPA exam
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance or higher
• Minimum 2 years of professional experience performing federal financial statement audits
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and other responsibilities concurrently

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.

In Maryland, the salary range for an Advisory Associate is $71,000 to $95,000. 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, to name a few.