ACCOUNTING / TAX / ADVISORY
CohnReznick , Leading Women of New Jersey
Women have made up the majority of accountants in the United States for many years , and if you are committed to being one of the best accounting firms in the country , you must also be committed to attracting , retaining , and advancing the best women in the industry . CohnReznick has honored this commitment and as a result of our efforts , we ’ ve been recognized for the work environment we provide to women . We will continue to stay focused on empowering women not only within our Firm but externally as well , which ultimately improves the quality of the firm and the value we bring to our clients . Following is a cross-functional representation of just some of the women in our New Jersey offices , many of whom are active members of LWE .
2016 LEADING WOMEN FINALISTS
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Tracy L . Fink is the Director of the Executive Women ’ s Forum , a women ’ s business development initiative she created and implemented for CohnReznick . What is now a nationwide movement and an award-winning program , the EWF enriches the professional lives of women executives by building connections and expanding networks to help meet career goals . Tracy is a frequent speaker on such topics as “ Courageous Leadership ”; “ Sponsor vs . Mentor ”; and “ Building Your Personal Brand ”.
Tracy Fink Director , Executive Women ’ s Forum Tracy . Fink @ CohnReznick . com 732-380-8677
Michelle Lifschitz is the national manager of CohnReznick ’ s genderbased diversity strategy , WomenCAN : a Collaborative Advocacy Network for Women . WomenCAN is an employee resource group focusing on attracting , retaining , and advancing female employees . She provides strategic recommendations ensuring the Firm continues to be a best place to work for women . A seasoned human resources professional , Michelle is a skilled facilitator , trainer , coach , and instructional designer . She previously held roles in Talent Management , Learning , and Diversity .
Michelle D . Lifschitz Manager , WomenCAN Michelle . Lifschitz @ CohnReznick . com 973-871-4074
Sharon Gordon , CPA , is a partner at CohnReznick based in the Roseland , NJ office . With over 20 years of diversified public accounting experience , Sharon specializes in working with middle-market companies while leading the office efforts of CohnReznick ’ s Commercial Real Estate Industry Practice and Construction Industry Practice . Sharon plays an active role in CohnReznick ’ s professional women ’ s program , WomenCAN , and was named among New Jersey ’ s “ Best Fifty Women ” by NJBIZ in 2012 and honored at Executive Women of New Jersey - Salute to the Policy Makers Dinner in 2016 .
Sharon Gordon Audit Partner Sharon . Gordon @ CohnReznick . com 973-403-7989
Rose Ann Slawson , CPA , currently serves as office managing partner of CohnReznick ’ s Eatontown , NJ office . With a strong auditing background in a variety of industries , Rose Ann ’ s client base includes manufacturers , distributors , service organizations , real estate developers , and retailers . She is an active member of the Manufacturing and Wholesale Distribution Industry Practice in New Jersey , leveraging her extensive experience in the food and beverage sector .
Rose Ann Slawson Office Managing Partner - Eatontown RoseAnn . Slawson @ CohnReznick . com 732-380-8627
Candy Gordon , CPA , is a senior manager in CohnReznick ’ s office in Roseland , NJ . With more than 20 years of diversified public accounting experience , Candy specializes in providing services to construction , healthcare , real estate companies , and high-net-worth individuals . Candy has provided tax compliance and planning services , including preparation of income and franchise tax returns , quarterly estimated taxes and projections to some of CohnReznick ’ s largest clients . She is frequently recognized as a leader in the Firm by her peers including receiving internal awards for her accomplishments . Candy Gordon Senior Tax Manager Candy . Gordon @ CohnReznick . com 973-871-4065
Kelly A . O ’ Callaghan , CPA , CITP , CGMA , is a partner in CohnReznick ’ s Roseland , NJ office . With over 20 years of diversified public accounting experience , Kelly leads CohnReznick ’ s IT Audit Industry Practice , the efforts of the Hospitality Industry Practice in New Jersey , and is currently the lead engagement partner for the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants . Kelly has also developed an expertise in providing services to businesses in specialized industries , including real estate and not-for-profit . Kelly received an honorable mention on the 2016 NJCPA Women of Note list . Kelly O ’ Callaghan Audit Partner Kelly . O ’ Callaghan @ CohnReznick . com 973-618-6221
Yahaira Mendez , CPA , is a senior tax manager at CohnReznick working in Eatontown , NJ . With over 10 years of extensive experience , she provides tax planning and compliance for individuals , partnerships , S-corporations , and multistate consolidated tax returns in varied industries , including manufacturing and wholesale distribution , and hospitality . Yahaira serves as a liaison in CohnReznick ’ s professional women ’ s program , WomenCAN . She was named as a finalist for the 2016 NJSCPA Women of Note . Yahaira Mendez Senior Tax Manager Yahaira . Mendez @ CohnReznick . com 732-380-8625
Marianne Turnbull , CIA , CAMS , is a director with CohnReznick Advisory . Marianne specializes in providing governance , risk , and compliance services to public and private financial services and real estate companies . Marianne is an expert in the areas of risk management , internal audit and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance . Marianne leads some of the Firm ’ s most complex client relationships . She serves on committees for both the North Jersey IIA and NJ Bankers . She is a member of NAREIT and ACAMS .
Marianne Turnbull Director , Risk & Business Advisory Marianne . Turnbull @ cohnreznick . com 973-364-7711
For more than nine years , Erin has focused on creating and executing marketing strategies that align with the goals of top tier accounting firms . She specializes in developing multichannel campaigns ; identifying and building relationships through strategic relationships with referral sources , associations and organizations ; budget management ; analyzing customer and target data ; tracking return on investment for all programs ; working with individuals to develop personal business development plans ; and ensuring the Firm breaks through in the marketplace . Erin Connolly-Kriarakis Senior Marketing Manager – New Jersey Market Erin . Connolly-Kriarakis @ CohnReznick . com 973-364-7804
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