Assurance Senior Associate [Commercial Real Estate]

CohnReznick; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Expanded parental leave

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

CohnReznick in Baltimore is seeking an Assurance Senior Associate to join our Commercial Real Estate team. You'll lead audits, mentor staff, and deliver high-quality service to clients in the real estate sector.

This hybrid role offers opportunities to grow within a national firm that values diversity, collaboration, and a strong Total Rewards package, including generous PTO and parental benefits. Expect in-person collaboration about 3 days a week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting required.
• CPA or CPA eligibility required.
• 3+ years of assurance experience, preferably in affordable housing or real estate.
• Strong technical, analytical, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead engagements and develop others.
• Exceptional organizational, communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead client engagements from planning through final deliverables.
• Develop and manage detailed work plans, budgets, and timelines.
• Oversee and coach a team of associates and interns.
• Participate in proposal development and client relationship building.
• Collaborate with the team to deliver value and innovation.

Skills

Audit leadership

Client service

Analytical skills

Communication

Mentoring

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting

CPA or CPA eligibility

Job description

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 an Assurance Senior Associate to join the Commercial Real Estate team in our Baltimore 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 Real Estate Industry Group and more specifically, the Commercial Real Estate team. CohnReznick is proud to be one of the country's largest real estate advisory firms, offering fully integrated opportunities and cross-functional learning to fast-track your career. Aligning yourself to this industry group allows you to work alongside industry leaders and innovative clients who are shaping communities, driving economic growth, and advancing the commercial real estate industry. As an Assurance Senior Associate, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality audit and assurance services to clients in the commercial real estate industry. This is an opportunity to lead engagements, mentor junior staff, and deepen your expertise.

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.

Join CohnReznick's Commercial Real Estate Audit Practice as a Senior Associate. You'll lead audit engagements, mentor junior staff, and deliver exceptional client service while contributing to firm growth and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead client engagements from planning through final deliverables.
• Develop and manage detailed work plans, budgets, and timelines.
• Oversee and coach a team of associates and interns, providing feedback and guidance.
• Participate in proposal development and client relationship building.
• Collaborate with a passionate team committed to delivering value and innovation.

Your Experience.

• Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting required
• CPA or CPA eligibility
• 3+ years of assurance experience, preferably in affordable housing or real estate
• Strong technical, analytical, and communication skills
• Proven ability to lead engagements and develop others
• Exceptional organizational, communication and presentation (verbal and written) skills

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 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.

In Maryland, the salary range for an Assurance Senior Associate is $80,000 to $120,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. Salary is one component of the CohnReznick total rewards package, which includes a discretionary performance bonus, generous paid time off, expanded and inclusive parental benefits, to name a few.

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"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 see Equal Employment Opportunity Posters.

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