Assurance Experienced Associate

CohnReznick; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Flexible work environment

Expanded parental leave

Learning & development

Volunteer time off

Job summary

Join CohnReznick in Houston as an Assurance Experienced Associate. You will work on pre-engagement planning, engagement execution, and final deliverables within a supportive, collaborative team.

The role emphasizes strong technical skills in auditing, client service, and effective communication, with a clear path for CPA licensure and career growth. We offer a robust Total Rewards package and a hybrid work model to balance client needs and personal development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• CPA licensure achieved or eligibility to sit for the exam.
• Strong experience using Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of audit software such as CaseWare or ProSystem FX is a plus.
• Exceptional organizational and communication (verbal and written) skills.
• Good judgement in assessing opportunities to work independently and when to request team member participation.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for assigned work areas that are a component of pre-engagement planning, execution, and final deliverables
• Develop detailed engagement work papers
• Actively participate in achieving budget goals and meeting work product deadline
• Actively work within a team setting of other staff associates, and various levels of management.
• Gain the respect and confidence of the CRZ team through effective team participation, client service, timely and accurate communication, and clear and concise understanding of assigned tasks, accept continuous feedback from team members and quickly apply any lessons learned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Judgement to work independently

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

CPA licensure eligible

Tools

CaseWare

ProSystem FX

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

As CohnReznick grows, so do our career opportunities. As one of the nation’s top professional services firms, CohnReznick creates 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 nationwide, the firm serves organizations around the world as an independent member of Nexia.

We currently have an exciting career opportunity for anAssurance Experienced Associate to join the team in our Houstonoffice.

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.

CohnReznick is proud to be one of the country's largest professional services firms, offering fully integrated opportunities and cross-functional learning to fast-track your career as an assurance professional. Aligning yourself with the firm and the various pathways and industries such as manufacturing and distribution, oil and gas, construction, and not-for-profit, allows you to work with clients driving community development and propelling the industry forward with market-leading technologies and processes designed to better serve the people who live, work, and trust within their spaces.

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.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Take responsibility for assigned work areas that are a component of pre-engagement planning, execution, and final deliverables
• Develop detailed engagement work papers
• Actively participate in achieving budget goals and meeting work product deadline
• Actively work within a team setting of other staff associates, and various levels of management.
• Gain the respect and confidence of the CRZ team through effective team participation, client service, timely and accurate communication, and clear and concise understanding of assigned tasks, accept continuous feedback from team members and quickly apply any lessons learned.

YOUR EXPERIENCE.

The successful candidate will have:

• 1+ years of work experience in another public accounting firm
• Bachelor’s Degree required
• CPA licensure achieved or eligibility to sit for the exam
• Strong experience using Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of audit software such as CaseWare or ProSystem FX, is a plus
• Exceptional organizational and communication (verbal and written) skills
• Good judgement in assessing opportunities to work independently and when to request team member participation

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. For more information, please seeEqual Employment Opportunity Posters

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