EisnerAmper LLP

Government Services Manager Consultant- FEMA

EisnerAmper LLP • $90K — $120K *
Miami, FL 33186In-Person
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
2 weeks ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in disaster recovery programs administering FEMA funds
  • 3+ years in a management or supervisory role
  • Familiarity with FEMA disaster programs and compliance regulations
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field preferred
  • Certifications such as CEM, AEM, PgMP, or PMP preferred
  • Strong organizational and communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and AI tools

Responsibilities

  • Oversee team performance and provide career coaching
  • Assess client needs and manage project scopes
  • Ensure compliance with FEMA regulations and audit readiness
  • Facilitate closure of multiple disaster recovery projects
  • Support financial management and cost tracking for clients
  • Identify disaster recovery trends for strategic planning
  • Engage in business development through networking and proposal submissions

Benefits

  • Opportunity to develop leadership skills through team management
  • Exposure to a variety of complex disaster recovery projects
  • A chance to shape and expand service offerings based on industry trends
  • Participation in conferences and thought leadership opportunities
  • Flexible work hours and potential for travel to client locations
Full Job Description
Job Description

EisnerAmper is seeking a Manager - FEMA in our Government Services Practice. This role is ideal for someone with strong familiarity with Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) funded initiatives, including the Public Assistance, Individual Assistance, Hazard Mitigation, and Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities programs and a proven track record of supporting complex programs in a compliance- or finance-related role. Candidates must have experience working with state and/or local recovery programs with knowledge of and experience with relevant FEMA regulations and policies and processes.

What Work You Will Be Responsible For:
  • Perform supervisory responsibilities for the team, including ensuring staff members are meeting all expectations and serving as a performance career coach to staff and completing annual evaluations.
  • Evaluate client needs and engagement scope, manage activities for completing work, and assist with oversight of overall quality control of client deliverables.
  • Support clients in maintaining compliance with FEMA regulations and 2 CFR 200, including assessing audit readiness and compliance and administrative gaps.
  • Support clients in expediting complex closeout of multiple open disasters.
  • Support client financial management and accounting functions, including time and cost unit operations, and cost tracking and reconciliation.
  • Use knowledge and experience to help determine method of program implementation.
  • Support team strategic planning and growth by identifying and tracking disaster recovery trends and updates and identifying opportunties to provide new or expanded services.
  • Actively engage in business development activities such as participating at conferences, developing thought leadership and insights, and responding to request for proposals, including the identification and review of funding opportunities and development and submission of proposals.
  • Identify recovery-related assistance gaps/needs and provide recommendations to leverage current resources to increase program impact.
  • May be required to occasionally work extended hours, or travel to/work from different firm offices and/or client locations.


Basic Qualifications:
  • 5+ years of previous experience in state and/or local disaster recovery programs administering FEMA funds, including 3+ years in a management or supervisory role.
  • Knowledge of and experience with FEMA disaster programs, including related statutes, regulations, and policies and processes, and compliance and/or financial management functions.


Preferred or Desired Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Public Administration, Public Safety, Emergency Management, Disaster Management, or an approved related field.
  • 5+ years of consulting and Business Development is preferred.
  • Certified Emergency Manager (CEM), Associate Emergency Manager (AEM), Program Management Professional (PgMP), Project Management Professional (PMP), certifications are preferred.
  • Project management experience, including creating and managing project budgets and schedules, and invoicing.
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities under tight deadlines.
  • Strong communication and analytical skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Familiarity with using and building tools in AI systems such as Claude, Copilot and ChatGPT.


Preferred Location:

Miami

About EisnerAmper LLP

EisnerAmper LLP is a professional services firm that provides accounting, tax, and advisory services to clients in a variety of industries. The firm was founded in 1963 and has grown to become one of the largest accounting firms in the United States. EisnerAmper serves clients in a range of industries, including financial services, real estate, technology, and healthcare. The firm is committed to providing exceptional service to its clients and helping them achieve their business goals.
Learn more about EisnerAmper LLP
Size
2,000 employees
Industry
Legal & Accounting
5 Year Trend
+5%
Revenue
$400 million
NASDAQ
* Ladders Estimates

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