Prevailing Wage Compliance Advisory - Senior Associate

CohnReznick• , VA

10d•Remote

About The Position

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 Associate to join the Construction Audit and Prevailing Wage Compliance team in our GovCon 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. This position will support CohnReznick’s Government Contracting team which has provided comprehensive services to government contractors for over 40 years. We have been voted one of the best places to work for the last several years, a testament to the culture that is ingrained within the organization, and we are seeking candidates who are as passionate about the clients they serve as we are. If you are excited about helping organizations grow and building strong client relationships, then the Government Contracting team is the place for you. With guidance from our superior leadership team, you will find endless opportunities to accelerate your career. Join us to be part of something greater. 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.

Requirements

BA or equivalent years of relevant experience
Minimum 3 years of experience with prevailing wage compliance or construction audit/construction compliance
Exceptional client service and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships
Excellent written, interpersonal, and presentation skills
Strong research skills
Solid organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to multi-task

Nice To Haves

Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) or Certified Construction Auditor (CCA) Certification preferred

Responsibilities

Participate in consulting engagements / wage monitoring engagements / contract compliance engagements
Review contract agreements for IRA PWA compliance related items
Develop review process for client/contractor wage compliance programs and perform detailed testing of documentation for compliance with IRA PWA regulations
Prepare recommendations/enhancements to programs
Draft client reports and interact with client and contractors
Assist in development of training materials.
Serve as a wage tracking software application administrator (training available)
Assist client with review of wage determination schedules and labor classifications
Review client trade contractor agreement for compliance terms and conditions
Assess apprenticeship documentation
Analyze structured and unstructured payroll data
Perform research on Inflation Reduction Act as needed
Review construction contract agreements and create audit plans / framework
Analyze AIA progress billings for compliance with contracts
Review payroll and labor rates