Audit Associates are responsible for becoming familiar with accounting and auditing procedures and performing procedures in accordance with firm standards in an accurate, thorough and timely manner
Work on a variety of client deliverables including preparation of financial statements, performing lease testing, payroll testing, cash disbursement testing, auditing accounts payable, performing searches for unrecorded liabilities, maintaining confirmation logs and preparing audit work papers
Resolve audit issues obtaining evidence and making inquiries of clients
Understand clients’ accounting systems
Understand and apply concepts of materiality and audit risk
Prepare work papers that are informative, indexed, cross-referenced and can easily be understood and explained
Manage daily client workflow and multiple client projects at any given time
Alert CohnReznick management in a timely fashion of any issues, constraints, challenges, and/or scheduling conflicts that may arise in completing the assigned task(s)
CPA Eligible/150 credits required upon your start date
Leadership positions in extracurricular activities are looked favorably upon, as well as working part-time to supplement your college education
Some experience in an accounting environment a plus
Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team environment
Ability to learn in a fast-paced environment
General computer literacy including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, etc.)
Desired Skills:
Demonstrate accounting proficiency by pursuing and passing the CPA exam
Earn confidence, trust and respect from clients and colleagues
Continually develop technical skills and industry knowledge
Demonstrate initiative, resourcefulness, creativity, independent thinking and sound business judgment
Represent the firm in positive and professional manner
Develop an ability to motivate and train self
Actively participate in CohnReznick internal development programs, including staff training courses
Industry
Accounting
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About Us
CohnReznick provides accounting, tax, and advisory services. CohnReznick provides deep institutional knowledge, global perspective, and comprehensive technical skills across a number of industries.