Join Aprio's Firm Alliance team and you will help clients maximize their opportunities.  Aprio is a progressive, fast-growing firm looking for a Program Associate to join their dynamic team. 

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys managing multiple projects, and is passionate about delivering exceptional virtual and in-person experiences. The Programs Associate will play a key role in supporting the planning, execution, and logistics of professional development programs, events, and collaborative initiatives.

Virtual Event Support:

• Moderate virtual sessions, including setup, polling, breakout rooms, recording, and troubleshooting. 
• Create Zoom meeting links and manage calendar holds for events, rehearsals, and speaker prep. 
• Collaborate with Aprio L&D for CPE/CPD requirements. 

Event Logistics: 

• Build and maintain Cvent registration sites and meeting apps. 
• Coordinate printing needs with external vendors. 
• Support session development: develop agendas and session outlines, coordinate session materials and ensure compliance with branding and NASBA standards. 
• Onsite support: registration desk, shipping logistics/coordination, CPE/CPD documentation, and amenities coordination. 
• Support for Aprio office-hosted programs: space booking, IT coordination, catering, signage, and shipping logistics. 

Operational Support:

• Track project progress and identify and escalate project obstacles to team leader and communicate with other key stakeholders. 
• Provide level 2 support for program related cases

Marketing & Communications Collaboration: 

• Coordinate with marketing/comms on signage and collateral needs. 
• Assist with evaluations: build forms, collaborate on dashboards, and share results. 
• Manage the Aprio Alliance community calendar of programs. 
• Maintain content on alliance community portal sites. 

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent 
• 2+ years of experience in program coordination, event planning, or project management. 
• Strong project management, communication, and critical thinking skills. 
• Proficiency in tools such as Cvent, ClickUp, and Microsoft 365. 
• Experience with virtual platforms (Zoom preferred) and CRM systems. 
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively across teams. 
• Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications:

• Familiarity with NASBA compliance and CPE/CPD processing. 
• Experience in professional services environment. 
• Experience in both virtual and in-person event logistics. 
• Comfort working with external vendors, speakers, and sponsors. 
• Associate or bachelor's degree in business, Communications, or related field.