Manager - CRE

CohnReznick Professional Services Pvt Ltd; Chennai District; Hybrid; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

CohnReznick Professional Services Pvt. Ltd. in Chennai and Hyderabad offers a hybrid audit manager role. You will lead full audit engagements, ensure GAAP compliance, and guide teams across multiple client engagements in the US-advisory practice.

Ideal candidates bring 8–10 years of assurance experience, CPA/CA credential, and CRE audit background. The role emphasizes technical excellence, client liaison, and engagement profitability within a flexible, supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• CA or CPA required with 8–10 years of assurance experience, including staff and seniors management.
• Commercial real estate experience (multifamily, hospitality properties, private equity fund audits) preferred.
• Strong proficiency in GAAP, GAAS, and PCAOB with leadership in engagement planning and execution.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and execute audits under GAAS and PCAOB.
• Ensure client statements comply with GAAP and identify accounting issues proactively.
• Supervise engagement teams and coordinate with client management for updates and recommendations.

Skills

GAAP/GAAS/PCAOB proficiency

Audit leadership

Risk assessment

Education

CA or CPA

Job description

Job Description

As CohnReznick grows, so do our career opportunities. As one of the US'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!

As CohnReznick grows, so do our career opportunities. As one of the US'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 into how emerging market forces can drive opportunity. With offices nationwide, the firm serves organizations around the world as an independent member of Nexia. CohnReznick Professional Services Pvt. Ltd. (CRPS), located in Chennai, India, is a wholly owned subsidiary of CohnReznick LLP and serves as one of its largest global offices. The primary purpose of the Chennai office is to support the parent firm by delivering assurance, tax, and advisory services to clients in the United States. CRPS is expanding its presence with a new office in Hyderabad, strengthening our ability to deliver high-quality assurance, tax, and advisory services to clients across the United States.

We currently have an exciting career opportunity for an Assurance to join the team in our Hyderabad office. CRPS follows a hybrid work model for both Chennai and Hyderabad locations. Team members typically collaborate in-office 3 days per week, with schedules determined by team needs, client demands, and training requirements.

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 in maintaining a healthy balance between work and everyday life- and making room for enjoyment along the way. That's why we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that includes generous PTO, a flexible work environment, extended parental leave, extensive learning and development opportunities, dedicated time off for professional examinations during non-peak seasons, as well as medical insurance, term insurance, and employee-friendly policies.

Manager Role Summary

Manages full audit engagements ensuring alignment with GAAP, GAAS, and PCAOB. Serves as the primary client contact, balancing technical excellence with operational efficiency and engagement profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and execute financial statement audits under GAAS and PCAOB standards.
• Ensure client financial statements comply with GAAP.
• Identify and address audit risks and technical accounting issues proactively.
• Supervise and mentor engagement teams across multiple concurrent audits.
• Serve as main liaison with client management, providing clear updates and recommendations.
• Oversee staffing, scheduling, and utilization for associates and seniors in coordination with RM.
• Ensure compliance with firm processes, security protocols, and quality standards.
• Provide continuous coaching, in-the-moment feedback, and support performance evaluations.

Core Skills & Competencies

• Comprehensive technical proficiency in GAAP, GAAS, and PCAOB.
• Strong understanding of risk assessment and internal control frameworks.
• Ability to resolve complex accounting and auditing issues.
• Leadership in engagement planning, review, and team development.
• Professional skepticism and critical judgment in decision-making.

Education & Credentials

• CA or CPA required.
• 8-10 years of assurance experience, including prior management of staff and seniors.
• Commercial real estate experience - preferably worked on multifamily, hospitality properties and private equity fund audits.

Delegation / Decision Authority

• Authority to approve audit deliverables and engagement plans within defined scope.
• Responsible for managing engagement budgets, timelines, and quality outcomes.

Notes

Bridges technical mastery and leadership, driving engagement execution and client satisfaction under all major audit standards and frameworks.

In addition, please take a moment to review our Universal Job Standards. 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 the brand name under which CohnReznick LLP and CohnReznick Advisory LLC and their respective subsidiaries provide professional services. CohnReznick LLP and CohnReznick Advisory LLC (and their respective subsidiaries) practice in an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable law, regulations, and professional standards. CohnReznick LLP is a licensed CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients. CohnReznick Advisory LLC provides tax and business consulting services to its clients. CohnReznick Advisory LLC and its subsidiaries are not licensed CPA firms.

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.