Tax Associate - Richmond, VA - Class 2026
About the role
CohnReznick is a hybrid firm with most professionals located within a commutable distance to one of our offices. This position is considered hybrid, with team members expected to be in the office on average 3 days per week to enable in-person collaboration.
Your team
You will work closely on an engagement team made up of Interns, Associates, Senior Associates, Managers, Senior Managers, and Partners.
Industries
- Consumer & Industrial
- Financial Sponsors & Financial Services
- Life Sciences & Healthcare
- Public Sector
- Real Estate
- Renewable Energy
- Technology & Media
- Private Client Services
Performance support
A dedicated Performance Coach will meet with you to establish goals, provide feedback, and support your career development. Many current Senior Managers and Partners began as CohnReznick Associates.
A CR Friend will serve as a familiar contact when you join the firm and can provide ongoing guidance.
Responsibilities
- Become familiar with current tax theories and laws and perform procedures in accordance with firm standards accurately, thoroughly, and timely
- Prepare tax returns for individuals, partnerships, and corporations
- Identify potential tax issues and prepare tax adjusting entries and tax trial balances based on audited or client-provided trial balances
- Research filing requirements and tax issues using the Internal Revenue Code, Treasury regulations, and other relevant authorities and guidance
- Manage daily client workflow and multiple client projects simultaneously
- Draft tax technical memorandums
Your experience
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting
- Plan to complete 150 credit hours between December 2025 and September 2026 to qualify for CPA licensure
- Minimum GPA of 3.0 in both major and overall coursework
- Leadership positions in extracurricular activities are preferred
- Prior work or internship experience (accounting experience is a plus)
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team-based culture
- Ability to learn in a fast-paced environment
- Strong computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
CohnReznick does not offer sponsorship to foreign nationals for entry-level roles (new associates and interns). Candidates must provide proof of work authorization such as U.S. citizenship or permanent residency status.