Posted:
11/7/2024, 4:00:00 PM
Location(s):
Ontario, Canada ⋅ Alberta, Canada ⋅ Calgary, Alberta, Canada ⋅ Toronto, Ontario, Canada ⋅ Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Experience Level(s):
Senior
Field(s):
Finance & Banking
We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled, inclusive culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You’ll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There’s no one like you and that’s why there’s nowhere like RSM.
RSM is looking for an Assurance Senior Associate to join our Asset Management & Funds practice that is nationally integrated and operates across geographies as a part of the firm's Financial Markets assurance service line. The Senior Associate that will join this rapidly growing group will be responsible for managing financial statement assurance engagements.
Responsibilities:
Provide timely, high quality client service that meets or exceeds client expectations including coordinating audits of complex financial statements, related disclosures, and other client deliverables
Develop an understanding of the client's business and needs, and become an industry specialist to understand client specific needs
Understand and utilize RSM’s Global Audit Methodology
Train and supervise Audit Associates on engagement teams and function as an in-charge facilitating field work by monitoring and reporting regarding productivity and adherence to work plan schedules on each assignment
Anticipate and address client concerns and escalate issues as they arise
Interact with clients to help ensure the information flow from client to audit team and vice versa is efficient
Identify and communicate significant accounting and auditing matters to manager/senior manager and partner on engagement
Provide insightful feedback on financial statements and prepare other client deliverables such as board communications, deficiency letters, management letters, etc.
Recognize industry-specific and general accounting and auditing issues, including revenue recognition, business combinations, debt and equity accounting, etc. Determine appropriate audit approach for such areas
Identify performance improvement opportunities for team members
Ensure professional development through ongoing education
Willingness to travel 25% of the year, depending on your clients
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) degree or equivalent degree from an accredited university
2 years of current or recent experience in a public accounting environment
Understanding of audit services with knowledge of GAAP, GAAS and FASB or IFRS regulations
CPA Certification or demonstrated progress towards obtaining CPA certification, including required coursework
Demonstrate experience and ability to act as in-charge on engagements
Willingness to take supervision and guidance
Preferred Qualifications:
Understanding of audit services with knowledge of CPAB and/or PCAOB
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment
Must think critically and work well independently
At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life’s demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmcanada.com/careers/life-at-rsm/rewards-and-benefits.html.
RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; colour; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender (including gender identity and/or gender expression); sexual orientation; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past, current or prospective service in the Canadian uniformed service; Canadian Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable provincial employment legislation.
Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment/partnership. RSM is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please call us at 800-274-3978 or send us an email at [email protected].
At RSM, an employee’s pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.
Compensation Range: $57,500 - $92,000Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.
Website: https://rsmus.com/
Headquarter Location: Chicago, Illinois, United States
Employee Count: 10001+
Year Founded: 1926
Industries: Accounting ⋅ Consulting ⋅ Financial Services