Job Description

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 an Experienced Consultant to join the Commercial Real Estate Appraisal team in our Valuation Advisory Services practice within our Chicago 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 our Valuation Advisory group. This group provides a wide suite of services to clients, giving you the opportunity to learn, grow, and build out your skills. As a member of this team, you’ll 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:   

• Design scope of work for engagements;
• Complete market analyses, and ability to prepare all 3 traditional approaches to value
• Oversee and prepare real estate appraisals that cover a variety of assets and uses
• Prepare and oversee fair value engagements for financial reporting
• Responsible for quality control and accuracy of client deliverables;
• Perform site visits, identify various types of equipment across several industries and prepare subsequent reports;
• Improve internal processes, procedures, policies, analyses, and models;
• Develop Excel models as needed.

YOUR EXPERIENCE.  

The successful candidate will have:   

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Finance, Business Administration, or related field;
• 1+ years of minimum experience performing a variety of commercial real estate appraisals and consulting analyses;
• Previous experience performing fair value engagements for financial reporting a plus;
• Must hold or be working on a certified general appraisal trainee license at a minimum. Having a Certified General Real Estate Appraiser License is a plus;
• Proven experience in financial modeling and real estate, including experience with ARGUS;
• Familiarity with Report Writing software, CoStar and MLS;
• Experience and passion for Real Estate;
• Comprehensive knowledge of valuation methodologies and real estate terminology;
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
• Flexibility of work schedule to meet client needs required;
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and root cause determination skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.

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.

In Illinois , the salary range for an Experienced Consultant is $65,000.00 to $95,000.00. Salary determination will vary based on factors such as a candidate’s geographical location, qualifications, experience, skills, and competencies. Salary is one component of the CohnReznick total rewards package, which includes a discretionary performance bonus, generous paid time off, expanded and inclusive parental benefits, and access to best-in-class learning and development platforms, to name a few. To learn more about life at CohnReznick, visit 

'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

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CohnReznick does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters are currently engaged by CohnReznick Talent Acquisition Team by way of a written agreement to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that CohnReznick will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.

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Job Tags

Traineeship, Local area, Flexible hours, 3 days per week,

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