Performance Management Manager

CohnReznick; Bethesda (MD); Hybrid; USD 118,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Flexible work environment

Expanded parental leave

Learning & development

Volunteer time off

Job summary

CohnReznick is seeking a Performance Management Manager to lead the design, rollout and ongoing optimization of our performance management experience across the Talent Management team. You will drive standards, coaching, evaluations and feedback while managing a major software transformation.

The role requires strong project management, advanced communication skills and the ability to collaborate with leaders across the firm.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in performance management or similar role.
• Bachelor’s degree in HR or business-related field.
• Experience working for a Public Accounting or Professional Services Firm.
• Strong project management and communications skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, maintenance and improvement of the performance management experience (standards, coaching, evaluations).
• Manage internal performance management transformation including a new software platform implementation.
• Drive multiple high-priority projects with prioritization and stakeholder alignment.
• Develop process docs, job aids, presentations to drive adoption and operational excellence.
• Create executive-level presentations and strategic deliverables for leadership.
• Leverage AI-enabled tools to enhance productivity and generate insights across programs.
• Assist HR field reps and leadership in implementing performance management tools.
• Develop and execute communication plans to drive awareness and compliance.
• Support development of training programs and tools.
• Collect, analyze and maintain data metrics for development and succession planning.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to incorporate feedback and drive improvements.
• Embrace innovation and create new approaches to problems.
• Create and implement change management strategies and plans.

Skills

PM experience (5+ yrs)

Communication skills

Project management

Executive communication

Data analysis

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or business

Tools

PowerPoint

Word

Excel

Outlook

PowerBI

SharePoint

Cornerstone on Demand

UKG

Qualtrics 360

Copilot / AI tools

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 Performance Management Manager to join ourTalent Management team in a hybrid capacity.

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.

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 the design, development, maintenance and continuous improvement of the performance management experience including but not limited to 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, balance 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

YOUR EXPERIENCE.

The successful candidate will have:

• 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
• Demonstrates deep expertise in performance management and applies strong business acumen to develop and recommend strategic solutions
• Strong and effective project management skills, 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 the following tools: Copilot or other AI tools, SharePoint, Qualtrics 360, Cornerstone on Demand, UKG, and PowerBI

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 a Performance Management Manager is $118,000 to $178,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. "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. For more information, please see Equal Employment Opportunity Posters.

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CohnReznick does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters are currently engaged by CohnReznick Talent Acquisition Team by way of a written agreement to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that CohnReznick will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.