CohnReznick has an exciting career opportunity in our Audit in our Bethesda, MD office. We are looking for Entry Level Associates to join our team starting in January 2021.

If you are:

• A highly dedicated professional with impressive credentials and driven by new challenges and growth opportunities
• A team player who believes in providing world-class client service and interested in becoming immersed in various industries
• Looking for a work environment that values and promotes camaraderie, collaboration and giving back to the community

Look ahead. Imagine more. And consider joining the CohnReznick team.

AUDIT

As an Audit Entry Level Associate, you will be responsible for becoming familiar with accounting and auditing procedures and performing procedures in accordance with firm standards in an accurate, thorough and timely manner. In addition, you will:

• Be responsible for assisting in areas of Audits, Reviews, Compilations, and Accounting Services;
• Work on a variety of client deliverables and preparing work papers;
• Resolve audit issues obtaining evidence and making inquiries of clients;
• Understand the client’s accounting systems;
• Understand and apply concepts of materiality and audit risk; and
• Prepare work papers that are informative, well documented, cross-referenced and can easily be understood and explained.

TAX

As a Tax Entry Level Associate, you will be responsible for becoming familiar with current tax theories and laws and performing procedures in accordance with firm standards and in an accurate, thorough and timely manner. In addition, you will:

• Work on a variety of client deliverables including preparation of tax returns, including Individuals, Partnerships and Corporate tax returns;
• Identify potential tax issues and prepare tax adjusting entries and tax trial balances based on audited or client provided trial balances;
• Research filing requirements and tax issues using internal revenue code, treasury regulations and other relevant authorities/guidance;
• Manage daily client workflow and multiple client projects at any given time; and
• Draft tax technical memorandums

REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Accounting· Minimum GPA of 3.0 in both your major and overall
• CPA Eligible with 150 credits required upon your start date· Leadership positions in extracurricular activities are looked favorably upon, as well as work and internship experience
• Prior experience in an accounting environment is a plus
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to learn in a fast-paced environment· General computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

We offer:

• Endless opportunities to contribute to one of the largest professional services firm in the US
• A unique culture that values collaboration in everything we do
• A team of professionals driven by a sense of excellence, integrity, commitment to lifelong learning, respect for one another, adaptability, and making a difference
• A network of 2,700 professionals committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and giving back to the communities in which we live and work
• Varied career paths supported by strong professional development programs and resources
• A flexible work environment with competitive benefits

CohnReznick provides accounting, tax, and advisory services. CohnReznick provides deep institutional knowledge, global perspective, and comprehensive technical skills across a number of industries.