Assurance Staff Accountant - October 2025 or January 2026 (Youngstown, OH)

Cohen & Company   

Certified Public Accountants  

There’s no better place to launch your public accounting career than Cohen & Company! 

Our supportive ‘Great People First’ culture and comprehensive training will provide you with all the tools you need to start and continue to grow your career. You’ll get hands-on experience with clients, gain technical knowledge, be challenged to think outside of the box, and build a strong network of peers and firm leaders – all invested in YOU. Learn more about our firm's culture and growth opportunities from our Executive Director of People & Culture!  

Opportunity Details 

• Available Start Dates: October 2025 or January 2026 
• Work Location:  Youngstown, OH; Hybrid work environment (2-3 days in office per week) 
• Responsibilities:  Perform various audit procedures, including testing, reporting, and compliance 
• What Sets Us Apart! 

• Endless professional development via Cohen University, Annual Training, etc.  
• Surround yourself with a team dedicated to developing your professional and industry knowledge, including expertise in areas such as closely held business, registered funds, alternative investments, and more! 
• Have your voice heard and get involved in business development, recruitment, DEI initiatives, community service days, firm sponsored events – whatever area you’re passionate about! 

Requirements 

• Degree: Bachelor’s or Master’s   
• Major: Accounting 

Preferred 

• Minors/2nd Majors: Finance, Data Analytics, Information Systems 
• GPA: Minimum 3.0 
• Journey to CPA: Pursuing required credit hours to sit for the CPA Exam  

Recruitment Timeline 

• Application Deadline: May 31, 2025 (Subject to close sooner due to ongoing interviews/offers – apply now!) 

Learn more about us!  

• Entry-Level & Internship Opportunities  
• #LifeatCohen 

Named one of America’s Best Tax and Accounting Firms by Forbes and one of the Best of the Best Firms by INSIDE Public Accounting, Cohen & Company offers assurance, tax and advisory services to clients throughout the U.S. and worldwide. The firm serves a broad range of clients, from privately held companies and their owners; to public and private funds, advisers and fund service providers within the investment industry; to Fortune 1000 multinational enterprises. Founded in 1977, Cohen & Company has more than 800 dedicated professionals across the U.S. and 12 offices in Illinois, Ohio, Maryland, Michigan, New York, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin. Through affiliated entities the firm also has an international presence in the Cayman Islands and Ireland. Learn more at cohencpa.com. 

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity of thought and background to build an inclusive and energized culture and better meet the needs of our clients. Learn more about our passionate commitment here. 

Estimated Salary Range:  $60,000 - $85,000*  

*Salaries offered to candidates are determined based on factors such as candidate's job responsibilities, geography, market considerations, and organizational needs.  On an annual basis, estimated ranges are re-evaluated for upcoming early career cohorts according to market adjustments.   

At Cohen & Company, we don't stop at setting ourselves apart by offering competitive base compensation.  As part of our 'great people first' foundational principle, our firm offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package to entry-level/Staff+ employees that allows each employee to design a package that best suits their needs and goes beyond standard options, including time off outside of your standard PTO to recharge and give back to the community, annual discretionary merit increases and bonuses, talent development resources to tap into growth opportunities, and so much more!