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RSM

Audit, advisory, and accounting services network

Assurance Senior Manager

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Full-timeChicago, IL, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • A Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree in Accounting or an equivalent degree.
  • CPA, CA, or ACCA certification.
  • At least 8 years of current or recent experience in a public accounting environment.
  • Experience leading teams and mentoring associates.
  • Understanding of audit services and knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, Generally Accepted Auditing Standards, and Financial Accounting Standards Board or International Financial Reporting Standards regulations.
  • Previous experience auditing consumer products companies.
  • A proven record of building profitable, sustainable client relationships.

Responsibilities

  • Provide timely, high-quality client service that meets or exceeds client expectations, including coordinating the audit of required financial statements, related disclosures, and other client deliverables.
  • Assess risk, and design and communicate audit procedures to engagement teams.
  • Understand and use RSM’s Audit Methodology.
  • Manage multiple engagements, oversee engagement status, and ensure project milestones are maintained.
  • Understand the skillsets and capabilities of Senior Associates, Supervisors, and Managers; monitor and review their work product; report on performance; and provide coaching notes throughout the process.
  • Identify technical accounting matters early, assess their impact on financial statements, and coordinate with firm specialists as needed.
  • Review work product of Senior Associates, Supervisors, and Managers; communicate audit status to clients periodically; and assess resources needed for project completion.
  • Maintain contact with clients throughout the year to develop deeper relationships and better understand their goals and strategies.
  • Provide insightful business advice and serve as a trusted business advisor.
  • Develop others within the firm by facilitating level-based or industry training, advising on career development, or participating in other firm initiatives.
  • Read industry publications and share relevant information with clients as applicable.
  • Anticipate and address client concerns and escalate issues as they arise.
  • Understand RSM’s lines of business and available services, and, where applicable, discuss opportunities to make valuable introductions to others in the firm with client management.
  • Develop a strategy to use external relationships with different types of Centers of Influence to support business growth.
  • Manage project profitability and evaluate strategies for firm growth.
  • Pursue ongoing education for professional development.
  • Keep abreast of developments affecting GAAP and the firm’s standards and policies.
  • Travel up to 10% of the year, depending on clients.

Desired Qualifications

  • A successful record of directing and deploying team members on multiple, simultaneous engagements.

About the Company

RSM

Audit, advisory, and accounting services network

RSM is a global network of independent firms providing audit, tax, and advisory services. In France, the network has 14 offices, about 1,100 collaborators and 85 partners, organized to deliver tailored services for SMEs, mid-market companies, and large enterprises. It operates through methodologies that combine business-area expertise with sector specialization, strong involvement of partners, and high-level professionals building durable client relationships, all guided by human-centric values. Worldwide, RSM is present in more than 120 countries with 41,000 professionals and global revenue of about $5.4 billion, enabling support for clients in every development phase both in France and abroad.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
London, United Kingdom
Founded
1964

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