Private Equity Value Creation - Senior Manager

CohnReznick• , NY

2d•$150,000 - $250,000•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 Manager to join our Private Equity Value Creation team in our CxO 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. CohnReznick’s CxO group offers our clients an extensive array of executive advisory (OCFO, OCOO, OCIO), digital and process transformation, and automation enablement services to adapt to the rapidly changing business environment. Our client focus is mid-market, and you will be exposed to a variety of industries including tech, consumer, manufacturing & distribution, real estate, hospitality, private equity, and renewable energy to name a few. 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: As a Senior Manager, you will serve as a leadership pillar within CohnReznick’s Private Equity Value Creation team, responsible for owning client relationships, leading complex engagements, and helping shape the strategic direction of the OCFO offering. You will work closely with PE sponsors and portfolio company executives to deliver high-impact finance transformation, operational improvement, and value creation initiatives.

Requirements

BS/BA required; MBA, CPA, or CFA strongly preferred
10+ years of progressive experience in private equity portfolio operations, consulting, transaction advisory, or senior corporate finance roles
Deep expertise in OCFO transformation, FP&A leadership, and finance operations within PE-backed environments
Extensive experience supporting M&A transactions, integrations, and complex carve-outs
Proven ability to lead large, complex engagements and serve as a trusted advisor to executives and PE sponsors
Strong familiarity with finance systems architecture, data, analytics, and emerging AI technologies
Track record of building teams, developing talent, and contributing to practice growth
Demonstrated ability to responsibly deploy firm-approved AI tools in client delivery
Willingness to travel up to 30%, on average

Responsibilities

Lead and grow the OCFO and Value Creation practice, contributing to go-to-market strategy, offerings, and intellectual capital
Own design and execution of finance function transformations, operating model design, and post-close stabilization initiatives
Serve as a senior advisor to PE sponsors and portfolio company CFOs on finance strategy, performance management, and value creation
Lead end-to-end financial operations due diligence for buy-side and sell-side transactions
Oversee development of KPI frameworks, dashboards, and board-level reporting for sponsors and executives
Lead interim CFO or senior OCFO support engagements, providing hands-on leadership during periods of transition or rapid growth
Guide treasury strategy, liquidity management, and working capital optimization initiatives
Oversee carve-out financials, separation planning, and complex integration efforts
Partner with firm leadership, Transaction Advisory, Tax, Technology, and Data teams to deliver integrated solutions
Serve as executive sponsor and engagement leader, managing teams, margins, and client satisfaction
Drive adoption of firm-approved, AI-enabled tools and analytics to enhance client outcomes and internal efficiency
Mentor and develop Managers and Senior Associates, fostering a high-performance, collaborative culture