Private Equity Strategic Accounts Executive

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

Private Equity Strategic Account Executive

to join the team in our

Sales

Team.

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:

The Private Equity Strategic Account Executive – Director is accountable for long‑term revenue expansion, account profitability, and strategic relevance within the practice. The role requires strong executive presence, deep commercial judgment, and the ability to influence outcomes within complex client environments.

Lead a defined portfolio of existing private equity enterprise client relationships

Own and execute multi‑year strategic account plans aligned to client priorities, ownership structure, and market dynamics

Drive cross‑service expansion across audit, tax, and advisory in support of value creation, liquidity events, and portfolio optimization

Build and maintain deep C‑suite and board level executive relationships

Serve as the quarterback for internal account teams, aligning firm resources to account‑specific growth objectives

Lead executive business reviews with clients and internal leadership

Identify whitespace opportunities and proactively architect expansion pathways

Ensure strong pipeline discipline, forecasting accuracy, and CRM hygiene

Develop templates, playbooks, and best practices to scale strategic account execution

Represent the firm as a senior, trusted advisor within key client relationships

Performance Accountability

Full accountability for revenue growth across the defined strategic account portfolio

Success measured by year‑over‑year account growth, service‑line diversification, and profitability

Pipeline expectations aligned to strategic account expansion plans

Required history of consistently achieving or exceeding account growth objectives

Client sponsor and deal team satisfaction/retention indicators

YOUR EXPERIENCE
The successful candidate will have:

13+ years of experience in sales, client leadership, or professional services roles

Experience serving private equity clients, at the fund and portfolio company level

Proven success managing and expanding complex enterprise client relationships

Demonstrated ability to drive cross‑service expansion and long‑term value creation

Executive presence with the ability to influence C‑suite and board‑level stakeholders

Strong commercial, financial, and negotiation acumen

Experience leading multi‑disciplinary account teams

Expert‑level proficiency with CRM systems, account planning, and forecasting

Bachelor’s degree required; advanced or industry‑specific education preferred

Tools & Systems you will use

CRM platforms (Dynamics or Salesforce)

Sales intelligence and research tools (e.g., SalesIntel, Introhive, Bombora, LinkedIn Sales Navigator)

Power BI dashboards (advanced usage for forecasting and account performance)

Compensation (California)
In California, the salary range for a Sales Director is $200,000 to $300,000. 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, to name a few.

Life at CohnReznick
Life at CohnReznick.

Legal Disclaimer
"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.

Equal Employment Opportunity
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.

If you are an individual with a disability in need of assistance at any time during our recruitment process, please contact us at CRaccommodation@cohnreznick.com. Please note: This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and are not a means of inquiry about positions or application statuses.

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