John Braun, Jr., CPA, MBA

Clients appreciate John for his open and accessible communication style and his straightforward approach to working through difficult audit scenarios. He values the opportunity to be a resource for clients throughout the year — not just during the audit cycle.

Beginning his career in public accounting in 2000, John collaborates with clients and other industry professionals on accounting and assurance issues for registered and private investment companies. He has significant expertise with the proper accounting and presentation of investment companies during various life cycle stages, including formation, reorganization, annual reporting and liquidation. John also has substantial experience with underlying investments of all types, including underlying funds, derivatives, private equity and credit.

• Involved in talent development for the firm’s Assurance Practice under the Asset Management Group; member of the firm’s Cohen Cares Committee and frequent volunteer
• Philadelphia Fund Alliance (Steering Committee)
• Published in Ignites and Pennsylvania CPA Journal; frequent presenter on GAAP, SEC regulations, GAAS, and other industry topics to internal and external audiences
• Pennsylvania Institute of CPAs
• American Institute of CPAs

John lives in Delanco, New Jersey, with his wife, their two children and their dog. He loves being outside as much as possible and enjoys skiing, hiking and ATVs.