Senior Associate

Job Description Job Description Senior Associate - CAS CohnReznick currently has an exciting career opportunity with the Client Advisory Services team. We are looking for a Senior Associate to join our team. We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Associate to join our Hospitality Accounting team. This role involves managing day-to-day accounting operations for U.S.-based hospitality clients, with a strong focus on restaurant groups. The ideal candidate will have experience in U.S. accounting, particularly in restaurant accounting workflows, POS systems, AP/AR, credit card and third-party reconciliations. The Client Advisory Services team is a rapidly growing team, where we partner with our clients to perform accounting and technology services. Our goal is to leverage the best staff, cutting edge technology, and efficient processes to exceed our clients expectations. Some of our services include outsourced accounting, financial statement close assistance, virtual controller/CFO services, and accounting technology solution development A Client Advisory Associate assumes responsibility for developing their accounting, technical and soft skills; developing the ability to work on multiple projects; understanding the fundamentals of executing diligent client service; learning the work tools used in executing client work; and getting oriented to the Firm's practices, policies, and culture. If You Are - A highly dedicated professional with impressive credentials and driven by new challenges and growth opportunities - A team player who believes in providing world-class client service and interested in becoming immersed in various industries - Looking for a work environment that values and promotes camaraderie, collaboration and giving back to the community We Offer - Endless opportunities to contribute to the 11th largest professional services firm in the US - A unique culture that values collaboration in everything we do - A team of professionals driven by a sense of excellence, integrity, commitment to lifelong learning, respect for one another, adaptability, and making a difference - A network of 5,000 professionals committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and giving back to the communities in which we live and work. - Varied career paths supported by strong professional development programs and resources - A flexible work environment with competitive benefits Look ahead. Imagine more. And consider joining the CohnReznick team. Key Responsibilities - Manage full-cycle accounting in restaurant clients including AP, AR, and general ledger. - Reconcile daily sales from POS systems (e.g., Toast, Square, Aloha, Revel) with bank deposits and accounting records. - Perform credit card reconciliations and third-party platform reconciliations (e.g., Grubhub, Uber Eats, DoorDash). - Prepare monthly financial statements, variance analysis, and management reports. - Preparing and/or assisting with the reconciliation of accounts (bank, credit card, prepaids, liabilities, payroll, etc.) - Track and reconcile payroll, tips, and gratuities in compliance with U.S. standards. - Monitor food and beverage cost accounting, inventory adjustments, and waste tracking. - Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management. - Support audit and tax teams with documentation and schedules. - Collaborate with U.S. client teams to resolve queries and ensure timely deliverables. - Review work of junior associates and provide mentorship. - Calculating accruals, prepaid expenses, deferred revenues, etc. - Recording journal entries & performs thorough self-review of all work prior to submission for final review. - Ensures quality control procedures are being followed and executed. - Maintains positive client and colleague relationships. - Positively represents and actively promotes the Firm. - Proactively seeks knowledge, new tasks, and responsibilities. Required Skills And Expertise - Bachelor's or master's degree in accounting or finance. - Ability to work on the corporate accounting processes and procedures such as cash management, AR/AP, month end close, payroll and benefits. - Experience in U.S. accounting, specifically in hospitality or restaurant-based environments. - Hands-on experience with POS systems and accounting platforms (QuickBooks, Sage Intacct, M3). - Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and restaurant-specific accounting practices. - Experience with credit card and third-party reconciliations. - Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. - Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. - Action-oriented (self-starter, team player, detail-oriented). - Must be able to handle multiple priorities and effectively meet critical deadlines. - Understanding of financial statement preparation and analysis.