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 a Project Finance & Consulting Senior Associate to join the team in our Charlotte 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 the Project Finance & Consulting group. This group provides cutting edge tax credit and project finance related due diligence, financial modeling and other services to a range of clients, including real estate developers and institutional investors. Our clients are motivated by the social, environmental and financial returns generated by the asset class, which is integral to our firm culture. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to broaden your skills, work across industry groups, and interact with team members across all levels within the practice.
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:
Tax Credit Financial Modeling
- Financial modeling using accounting and finance tools and methodologies related to tax credit transactions, many of which involve federal and state tax incentives such as Energy Credits and Historic Tax Credits.
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Prepare, review and analyze financial projections including underwriting assumptions and deal structure relative to applicable industry standards.
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Review and analyze the strengths/weaknesses of various partnership structuring options
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Review closing documentation (partnership agreements, loan agreements, assignments, regulatory agreements, etc.)
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Help clients optimize the financial benefits and feasibility of real estate projects.
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Assist clients with modeling the economic and tax components of transactions focusing on tracking and accounting for project operations and rate of return on investment.
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Help lead discussions with clients regarding the results of the financial analyses and any potential limitations and/or enhancements you can envision.
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Support various transactional or consulting services.
YOUR EXPERIENCE.
The successful candidate will have:
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Min of 3 years of quantitative financial modeling and data-driven financial analysis
- BS/BA degree in accounting, finance or economics or other analytical-focused majors
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Masters, CPA and CFA are pluses
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills and the ability to translate technical concepts into work products
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Demonstrated advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel including the creation and optimization of macros in VBA
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Strong communication skills, with proven ability to track manager feedback, optimize training and learning opportunities, proactively ask thoughtful questions, and coherently express complex concepts, verbally and in writing
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Ability to coach junior team members
- Attention to detail
- Drive to meet deadlines in a fast-paced culture
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Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize and multi-task
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Experience with partnership tax concepts is a plus.
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.
"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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