Not-for-Profit Client Accounting - Manager

CohnReznick; Bethesda (MD); Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Paid time off

Learning & development

Job summary

CohnReznick is seeking a Manager for the Not-for-Profit team in the Client Accounting Advisory practice. This remote/hybrid role leads the Not-for-Profit accounting team, delivering expert GAAP-based accounting, financial reporting, and client advisory services to nonprofit and government-funded entities.

The successful candidate will drive client relationships, manage the full lifecycle of grants under Uniform Guidance, and mentor a growing team across offices, ensuring compliance and

Qualifications

• BA required; MBA and/or CPA a plus.
• Proven ability to drive corporate accounting processes (cash, AR/AP, close, payroll).
• Strong GAAP knowledge and consolidation/financial reporting experience.
• Experience with nonprofit and federal/state grants (Uniform Guidance).

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the Not-for-Profit accounting team; ensure timely client deliverables.
• Perform and assist with complex accounting services for clients.
• Lead a global team; train and guide on accounting principles; identify cross-sell opportunities.
• Manage monthly financials, budgets, and client billings; monitor AR and collections.
• Ensure quality control and process improvements in client work and operations.
• Develop subject matter expertise for supported industry verticals.
• Mentor, recruit, and contribute to team-building activities.
• Maintain professional conduct and comply with AICPA standards and firm policies.

Skills

Leadership

Client relations

GAAP expertise

Financial reporting

Microsoft Office

Communication

Project management

Time management

Education

BA required

MBA and/or CPA

Tools

QuickBooks

NetSuite

Sage Intacct

Job description

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 Manager to join the Not-for-Profit team in our Client Accounting Advisory practice.

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 remote which means it does not require job duties be performed within proximity of a CohnReznick office location. However, as a remote employee, you may be required to be present at a CohnReznick office with scheduled notice for client work, team meetings, or trainings.

YOUR TEAM.

The Client Accounting Advisory Team is a rapidly growing division of CohnReznick, where we partner with our clients to perform accounting, advisory and technology services. Our goal is to leverage the best staff, cutting edge technology, and efficient processes to exceed our clients’ expectations. Our services include maintaining of books and records, financial statement close management reporting, assistance with state and local tax filings, virtual controller/CFO services, as well as accounting technology solution development.

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 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.

YOUR ROLE.

Responsibilities Include But Not Limited To

• Lead and oversee the Not-for-Profit accounting team. Responsible for client execution and timely delivery, of client’s work product by team members
• Demonstrates ability to independently perform and assist with complex accounting services for client
• Lead global team with client work and developing skills, providing guidance and training on accounting principles and calculations, handling inquiries from clients and/or internal stake holders, understanding the industry and client challenges in order to provide solutions and improvements to their business and client deliverables, and looking for cross selling opportunities to provide value to your clients
• Timely complete duties associated with managing teams. Ensuring team is meeting goals and benchmarks for performance and execution of client work, such as delivering monthly financials, developing skills for career growth, working within budget and time parameters, etc.
• Complete duties associated with managing clients, developing and maintaining client relationship, including proactive communications, exceeding clients’ expectations, completing client billings timely and assist with the managing accounts receivable
• Develops expertise in use of all technology necessary for performance execution, ensures quality control procedures are being executed and adhered to by all team members, identify areas for process improvement for client work and/or practice operations
• Become a subject matter expert for the industry vertical(s) you are supporting
• Seeks opportunities to participate in mentoring, recruiting, retention and team-building activities
• Conducts oneself professionally and always shows respect to others
• Follows regulations and professional ethics of the AICPA and the state society
• Maintains appropriate compliance with all firm wide and local office policies and procedures
• Proactively develop relationships and proactive communications with clients, staff, and internal stakeholders.
• Responds timely and accurately to internal team and client requests
• Solicit internal experts from across the Firm to assist in providing solutions for client challenges

Your Experience.

The successful candidate will have:

• BA required. MBA and/or CPA license a plus
• Proven ability to drive and lead corporate accounting processes and procedures such as cash management, AR/AP, month end close, payroll and benefits
• Strong GAAP experience along with hands on experience performing controllership functions related to consolidations, GL close and financial reporting
• Support CAS engagements for nonprofit, governmental, and federally funded entities, leveraging expertise in Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200), grant compliance, indirect cost allocations, internal controls, and audit readiness to support effective stewardship of federal funds.
• Strong Non-Profit experience
• Strong experience managing the full lifecycle of federal and state grants, including Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200)
• Strong communication, documentation, and presentation skills
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills, being highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Visio, Project)
• QuickBooks, NetSuite, and Sage Intacct experience preferred
• Strong project and time management skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail. Action-oriented (self-starter, team player, detail-oriented)
• Must be able to handle multiple priorities and effectively meet critical deadlines
• Significant knowledge of accounting and finance processes and functions. Strong understanding of financial statement preparation and analysis

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.

In Maryland, the salary range for an Advisory Manager is $120,000 to $180,000. 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. To learn more about life at CohnReznick, visit Life at CohnReznick

"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.

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