Executive Assistant (Opens a new window)

CohnReznick; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

CohnReznick is seeking an Executive Assistant for its Atlanta office in a hybrid role. The successful candidate will support our Assurance and Tax Departments through advanced organizational skills and communication abilities while managing multiple projects and changing priorities. This role offers a blend of professional development opportunities and a supportive work environment, with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Generous PTO

Flexible work environment

Expanded parental leave

Extensive learning & development

Paid volunteer time

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Provide broad support to Assurance and Tax Departments.
• Manage calendaring, time entry, and engagement letters.
• Coordinate meetings and handle internal/external communications.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Critical Thinking

Problem-Solving

Adaptability

Education

Experience as an Executive Assistant

Tools

MS Office Suite

Financial Software

Job description

As CohnReznick grows, so do our career opportunities. As one of the nation’s top Professional Services and Business Advisory firms, we foster teams in Advisory, Assurance, and Tax services that 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 in ourAdministrationteam for anExecutive Assistantbased out of ourAtlantaoffice in a hybrid capacity.

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.

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:

• The Executive Assistant will be responsible for providing a broad spectrum of support to our Assurance and Tax Department and Partners in a fast paced, challenging and rewarding environment.
• Requirements include extensive people, communication, organizational, technical and process skills, and the ability to continuously prioritize multiple projects.
• Support Office Managing Partner, Audit Partners and Directors to include but not limited to calendaring, time and expense entry.
• Preparing and tracking of engagement letters
• Compose, prepare, and distribute written materials for management using sound judgment including correspondence, memos/letters, agendas, presentations, and minutes.
• Utilizing software for document retention of client information and maintain workflow processes.
• Assist with requests for new client set ups and expansion of services for client services, assist with any updating of client information.
• Use current Firm operating systems to keep the team updated on deadline status by client and deliverables.
• Draft proposals and finalize proposals using PowerPoint.
• Assist team with billing process.
• Participate in weekly team project meetings.
• Book travel arrangements as requested.
• Maintain team’s contacts and mailing lists.
• Serve as a first point of contact for internal and external communication, using sound judgment in screening and responding to inquiries, prioritizing calls that need immediate attention, and triaging/resolving as appropriate.
• Hospitality/Meeting coordination
• Perform other duties as assigned.

YOUR EXPERIENCE.

The successful candidate will have:

• Technical Proficiency: Advanced skills in MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), financial software, and the ability to adapt to new technologies quickly. This includes managing emails, calendar scheduling, creating presentations, and handling data analysis.
• Task Management: Ability to manage multiple projects efficiently, from conception through completion,
• Exceptional Organizational Skills: Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively, handling a wide range of tasks and responsibilities in a structured manner.
• Adaptability and Flexibility: Capacity to adjust to changing priorities and work demands with ease, demonstrating resilience in high-pressure situations.
• Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to assess situations or challenges critically and come up with effective, innovative solutions.
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, coupled with the ability to build and maintain professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Professionalism and Discretion: High level of integrity, confidentiality, and executive presence.
• Proactive and Anticipatory Thinking: Ability to anticipate the needs of the team and act upon them without waiting for direction, showing initiative and foresight.
• Must be able to excel in a fast-paced enviornment.
• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant, preferably in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment. Experience in a public accounting firm or professional office environment is highly desirable.

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 see Equal Employment Opportunity Posters

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CohnReznick does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters are currently engaged by CohnReznick Talent Acquisition Team by way of a written agreement to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that CohnReznick will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.