Senior Associate - CAS

CohnReznick Professional Services Pvt Ltd; Chennai District; On-site; INR 6,686,000 - 10,506,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Flexible work environment

Expanded parental leave

Extensive learning & development

Paid time off for volunteering

Job summary

CohnReznick in Chennai is seeking a Senior Associate for the Client Advisory Services (CAS) team. The role focuses on managing day-to-day US accounting workflows for real estate, hospitality, renewable energy, and not-for-profit clients, including AP/AR, GL, and reconciliations.

The candidate should have robust US accounting experience, strong communication, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 6–20 years of experience in US accounting.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Action-oriented, team player, and detail-oriented.
• Must handle multiple priorities and meet critical deadlines.
• Understanding of financial statement preparation and analysis.

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 reconciliation of accounts (bank, credit cards, prepaids, liabilities, payroll, etc.).
• Track payroll, tips, and gratuities in line with U.S. standards.
• Monitor cost accounting and inventory adjustments.
• 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 junior associates’ work and provide mentorship.
• Calculate accruals, prepaid expenses, deferred revenues, etc.
• Record journal entries and self-review prior to final submission.
• Ensure quality control procedures are followed.
• Maintain positive client and colleague relationships.
• Promote the Firm and proactively seek knowledge.

Skills

US accounting

Communication skills

Deadline-oriented

Job description

Job Description:

As CohnReznick grows, so do our career opportunities. As one of the worlds top professional services firms, and in support of our global workforce strategy, were 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 a 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, were united by a common mission to create opportunity, value, and trust for our clients, our people, and our communities. Whether its 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 its 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.

• generous PTO
• a flexible work environment
• expanded parental leave
• extensive learning & development
• 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:

• 6 Years to 20 Years of experience in US Accounting
• 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

In addition, please take a moment to review our 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 youre excited about this role but your experience doesnt 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.

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