Project Management Specialist

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 Management Specialist to join the Business Accelerator team in our Practice Management practice. 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 remote which means it does not require job duties be performed within proximity of a CohnReznick office location. However, as a remote employee, you may be required to be present at a CohnReznick office with scheduled notice for client work, team meetings, or trainings.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.Client Interaction & CollaborationCoordinate and support recurring project meetings, including agenda preparation, facilitation of discussion, and distribution of minutes and action items.Facilitate meetings with internal teams and stakeholders, including project kickoffs, status reviews, and working sessions under the guidance of senior team members.Prepare and deliver clear, professional status reports, dashboards, and stakeholder communications.Maintain and update stakeholder registers, project communication plans, and departmental files and records.Support the development of executive-ready presentations and briefing materials for internal and external audiences.Leverage Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, OneNote) to manage team documents, workflows, and deliverables.Technical TasksDocumentation: Create and maintain project artifacts, including project charters, schedules, status reports, meeting notes, and action item logs.Process Flows & Diagrams: Assist in developing process flow diagrams that translate stakeholder input into documented business processes.Requirements Support: Support the elicitation and documentation of business and functional requirements in partnership with Senior Specialists.Testing & Validation: Participate in testing activities to validate that solutions meet documented requirements and perform as expected.Monitor project milestones, deliverables, and dependencies using project management tools (e.g., Monday.com).Track project budgets, resource allocations, and timelines; flag variances and elevate risks appropriately.Support quality assurance activities to ensure deliverables meet defined standards and acceptance criteria.Strategic TasksManage individual project tasks with moderate supervision and contribute to simple project budgets and work breakdown structures.Gather and document requirements, interpret data patterns, and propose practical solutions to routine business problems.Apply foundational interviewing and facilitation techniques to gather requirements and manage stakeholder expectations.Contribute to PMO standards, templates, and best practices by identifying opportunities for process improvement.Support change management activities, including stakeholder impact assessments and communication planning.Maintain a client-focused approach, building strong working relationships with project teams and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.Development & LeadershipJoin PMI and actively pursue professional development through on-demand classes, certifications, and firm-sponsored learning opportunities.Stay current on business industry workflows and processes to increase subject matter depth and better serve project stakeholders.Collaborate with Senior Project Management Specialists to learn best practices in documentation, tools, and stakeholder engagement.Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and a collaborative approach that contributes to a positive team culture.YOUR EXPERIENCE.Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Information Systems, or a related field.2-3 years of experience in project coordination, project management, or business analysis roles, ideally within professional services, consulting, or a PMO environment.Foundational knowledge of PMBOK, Agile, and hybrid project delivery methodologies.Hands-on experience with project management and collaboration tools (e.g., Monday.com, SharePoint, Visio).Exposure to creating project documentation, meeting notes, process flows, and status reports.Strong organizational, analytical, and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities.Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present to peers and mid-level stakeholders.Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.Preferred CertificationsCertified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) - strongly preferred, or willingness to obtain within 12-24 months of hire.Project Management Professional (PMP) - willingness to pursue as a growth path.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.In Illinois, the salary range for a Project Management Specialist is $67,000 to $88,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. 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, to name a few.Benefits:generous PTOa flexible work environmentexpanded parental leaveextensive learning & developmenteven paid time off for employees to volunteerdiscretionary performance bonusgenerous paid time offexpanded and inclusive parental benefitsTo learn more about life at CohnReznick, visit Life at Life at CohnReznick"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 PostersIf you are an individual with a disability in need of assistance at any time during our recruitment process, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io Please note: This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and are not a means of inquiry about positions or application statuses.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. 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