Opportunity ID
9812
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Department
Advisory
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Location(s)
Tysons Corner
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State
Virginia
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Function
Advisory
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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 Senior Manager to join the Internal Audit/SOX team in our Risk 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 Risk Advisory team is a dynamic and innovative enterprise risk advisory management consulting firm committed to delivering strategic solutions to our clients. We specialize in comprehensive risk analysis, assessment, and management, providing tailored strategies to navigate the complex landscape of enterprise risks.
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:
The Senior Manager in Internal Audit Advisory will lead client engagements that strengthen governance, risk management, and internal controls—particularly within life sciences, manufacturing, and consumables environments. This role serves as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, managing multi-workstream delivery teams and driving high-quality outcomes across Internal Audit and SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley) programs.
Client Delivery & Engagement Leadership
Lead end-to-end Internal Audit Advisory engagements (planning, execution, reporting, remediation tracking).
Manage client relationships, expectations, and executive communications.
Translate regulatory and operational requirements into actionable deliverables.
Ensure alignment with IIA Standards, COSO, and risk-based audit methodologies.
Industry-Focused Advisory – Life Sciences, Manufacturing & Consumables
Evaluate quality systems governance (deviations, CAPA, change control, complaints, training).
Assess manufacturing operations, inventory controls, yield/scrap, and cost-of-quality risks.
Review procurement, vendor risk management, logistics, and distribution controls.
Support operational resilience, recall readiness, and product safety governance.
SOX / ICFR Advisory Leadership
Lead SOX scoping, risk assessments, walkthrough oversight, and testing strategies.
Oversee business process and ITGC testing (where applicable).
Support deficiency evaluation, remediation planning, and external auditor coordination.
Standardize templates, documentation expectations, and review procedures.
Offshore / Global Delivery Oversight
Manage offshore or co-sourced internal audit and SOX testing teams.
Oversee work allocation, milestone tracking, and quality assurance reviews.
Provide coaching to improve documentation quality and professional judgment.
Coordinate across time zones to ensure timely delivery and issue resolution.
Practice Development & Leadership
Mentor consultants and managers; provide performance coaching and feedback.
Support proposals, scoping, and engagement economics management.
Develop repeatable methodologies, templates, and accelerators.
Contribute to thought leadership in life sciences and manufacturing risk advisory.
YOUR EXPERIENCE.
The successful candidate will have:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Engineering, Supply Chain, Life Sciences, or related fields
8–12+ years of experience in Internal Audit, SOX, risk advisory, or consulting.
Strong knowledge of SOX/ICFR and COSO frameworks.
Experience in manufacturing, life sciences, or consumables industries.
Experience managing offshore or global delivery teams.
Professional certifications (CIA, CPA, CISA) or active pursuit highly preferred
ERP experience (SAP, Oracle, Dynamics) and understanding of automated controls preferred
Familiarity with GxP/GMP environments and quality system controls preferred
Experience leveraging data analytics to enhance audit coverage preferred.
Trusted advisor to senior client leadership.
Consistent delivery of audit-ready, high-quality work.
Strong balance of technical depth and consulting presence.
Effective oversight of offshore delivery with improved efficiency and quality.
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 Virginia, the salary range for an Advisory Senior Manager is $140,000 to $250,000. 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. 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.
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