Assistant Manager - CAS

CohnReznick Professional Services Pvt Ltd; Chennai District; Hybrid; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

CohnReznick is seeking an Associate/Senior Associate to join the CAS team in our Advisory practice in the Chennai office. The role focuses on managing day-to-day US accounting for real estate, hospitality, and not-for-profit clients and coordinating with U.S.

teams to ensure timely deliverables. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of US accounting experience, strong GAAP knowledge, and proficiency with POS systems and accounting platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting or finance with 3+ years of experience in US Accounting.
• Experience in U.S. accounting, specifically in hospitality, real estate, renewable energy and not-for-profit.
• Hands-on experience with POS systems and accounting platforms (QuickBooks, Sage Intacct, M3).
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and industry-specific practices.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle accounting for clients including AP, AR, and general ledger.
• Reconcile daily sales from POS systems with bank deposits and accounting records.
• Perform credit card reconciliations and third-party platform reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly financial statements, variance analysis, and management reports.
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Support audit and tax teams with documentation and schedules.
• Collaborate with U.S. client teams to resolve queries and ensure timely deliverables.
• Review work of junior associates and provide mentorship.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Independent worker

Deadline-driven

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in accounting or finance

Tools

QuickBooks

Sage Intacct

M3

Job description

Job Description

As CohnReznick grows, so do our career opportunities. As one of the world’s top professional services firms, and in support of our global workforce strategy, we’re growing our operations in India! We create rewarding careers in advisory, assurance, and tax with team members who value innovation and collaboration in everything they do!

Job Description

As CohnReznick grows, so do our career opportunities. As one of the world’s top professional services firms, and in support of our global workforce strategy, we’re growing our operations in India! We create 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 worldwide, the firm serves organizations around the world as an independent member of Nexia. We currently have an exciting career opportunity for an Associate/ Senior Associate to join the CAS team in our Advisory practice - Chennai office. 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.

YOUR TEAM.

This position will support our CAS team. We are seeking a detail oriented and experienced individuals to join our team. This role involves managing day-to-day accounting operations for U.S. based clients operating in real estate, hospitality, renewable energy and not for profit. The ideal candidate will have experience in U.S. accounting, particularly in accounting workflows, POS systems, AP/AR, credit card and third-party reconciliations. The Client Advisory Services team is a rapidly growing team, where we partner with our clients to perform accounting and technology services. Our goal is to leverage the best staff, cutting edge technology, and efficient processes to exceed our clients’ expectations. Some of our services include outsourced accounting, financial statement close assistance, virtual controller/CFO services, and accounting technology solution development.

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

• Manage full-cycle accounting for clients including AP, AR, and general ledger.
• Reconcile daily sales from POS systems with bank deposits and accounting records.
• Perform credit card reconciliations and third-party platform reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly financial statements, variance analysis, and management reports.
• Preparing and/or assisting with the reconciliation of accounts (bank, credit card, prepaids, liabilities, payroll, etc.)
• Track and reconcile payroll, tips, and gratuities in compliance with U.S. standards.
• Monitor cost accounting, inventory adjustments, etc.
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Support audit and tax teams with documentation and schedules.
• Collaborate with U.S. client teams to resolve queries and ensure timely deliverables.
• Review work of junior associates and provide mentorship.
• Calculating accruals, prepaid expenses, deferred revenues, etc.
• Recording journal entries & performs thorough self-review of all work prior to submission for final review.
• Ensures quality control procedures are being followed and executed.
• Maintains positive client and colleague relationships.
• Positively represents and actively promotes the Firm.
• Proactively seeks knowledge, new tasks, and responsibilities.

Your Experience.

The successful candidate will have:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting or finance with 3+ years of experience in US Accounting.
• Ability to work on the corporate accounting processes and procedures such as cash management, AR/AP, month end close, payroll and benefits.
• Experience in U.S. accounting, specifically in hospitality, real estate, renewable energy and not for profit -based environments.
• Hands-on experience with POS systems and accounting platforms (QuickBooks, Sage Intacct, M3).
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and Industry-specific accounting practices.
• Experience with credit card and third-party reconciliations.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Action-oriented (self-starter, team player, detail-oriented).
• Must be able to handle multiple priorities and effectively meet critical deadlines.
• Understanding of financial statement preparation and analysis

Universal Job Standards.

Studies have shown that we are less likely to apply to jobs unless we meet every single qualification. At CohnReznick, we are dedicated to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our other roles.

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. 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.