Transaction Advisory Services - Senior Associate

Transaction Advisory Services - Senior Associate

Opportunity ID: 7655

Department(s): Advisory

Location(s): Chicago

Function: Transaction and Valuation Advisory

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!

YOUR TEAM:

We currently have an exciting career opportunity for a Senior Associate to join the team in our Transaction Advisory Services practice in our Chicago office . This position is considered hybrid, meaning team members are expected to alternate time between both remote and office. At CohnReznick, we believe in creating conditions in which everyone can do their best work, collaborate, learn, and build community.

This position will support our rapidly growing Transaction Advisory Services group. This team conducts due diligence and supports clients across a wide range of industries. As a member of this team, you’ll have the opportunity to interact with clients and team members across all levels within the practice.

YOUR ROLE:

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Act as a key player in buy-side and sell-side financial due diligence engagements from both private equity and strategic corporate buyers.
• Analyze historical financial statements and evaluate operational trends to identify sustainable earnings for a variety of industries, including manufacturing, distribution, hospitality, high-technology, and healthcare.
• Coordinate with team and management regarding client expectations concerning project deliverables and deadlines.
• Effectively write and communicate engagement reports and deliverables to client management.

YOUR EXPERIENCE:

The successful candidate will have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Finance, or related field.
• Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills.
• CPA and other relevant professional certifications preferred.
• Strong current knowledge of US GAAP, GAAS, SEC Reporting, transaction advisory services, or mergers and acquisitions.
• 2+ years of audit and/or transaction advisory experience within various industries.
• Ability to work additional hours as needed and travel out-of-town to clients as required.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and root cause determination skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Strong project management with the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously in a team-oriented environment.
• Action-oriented, decisive approach to work required, with the willingness to take a hands-on role to ensure the deliverables are met on time.

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 an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive team to drive business results and create a better future 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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