Hybrid Audit Associate – CPA Track (Chicago)

CohnReznick; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 71,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Flexible work environment

Parental leave

Learning & development

Volunteer time off

Job summary

CohnReznick is hiring an Audit Associate in Chicago, IL, to join our audit teams. We seek highly motivated individuals planning CPA licensure with strong accounting foundations and teamwork. The role emphasizes collaboration with diverse client industries and hands-on audit work.

Office presence is hybrid, with in-person collaboration encouraged about 3 days per week. We offer robust professional development, generous PTO, and a supportive environment for career growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Accounting is required or pursued.
• Plan to complete 150 credit hours between Dec 2025–Dec 2026 to become CPA.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 in major and overall; leadership roles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in Audits, Reviews, and Compilations and related accounting services.
• Prepare work papers and client deliverables for various engagements.
• Learn and apply concepts of materiality and audit risk under firm standards.
• Collaborate with team to resolve audit issues and understand client systems.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Teamwork

Communication skills

Fast learner

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Accounting

150 credit hours plan

GPA 3.0

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

CohnReznick is hiring an Audit Associate in Chicago, IL, to join our audit teams. We seek highly motivated individuals planning CPA licensure with strong accounting foundations and teamwork. The role emphasizes collaboration with diverse client industries and hands-on audit work.

Office presence is hybrid, with in-person collaboration encouraged about 3 days per week. We offer robust professional development, generous PTO, and a supportive environment for career growth.