Audit Associate - Winter 2026

Posted:
8/28/2024, 12:18:01 AM

Location(s):
Ontario, Canada ⋅ Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level

Field(s):
Accounting

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.

At RSM, associates work with large and small companies in various industries. They develop strong working relationships with clients built on understanding their businesses and challenges.  Associates work on multiple team engagements each year, including several pieces of any particular assignment - not just one part.  Working in a mutually respectful team environment helps our associates perform at their best and integrate their career with their personal life.

***Please upload your resume and unofficial transcripts in one document as part of your application***

Responsibilities include:

  • Understanding clients' needs and expectations, their business and industry, accounting and control systems, employees, company values and industry-related GAAP and GAAS issues
  • Developing an understanding of the RSM audit approach and tools
  • Assessing risks and evaluating the client's internal control structure
  • Performing substantive tests and tests of internal controls to identify and resolve accounting or reporting issues
  • Drafting financial statements under prescribed formats
  • Communicating engagement findings with teams and clients 

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) degree or equivalent degree from an accredited university
  • Meeting education requirement for CPA PEP admission per CPA Canada
  • Currently enrolled/eligible to enrol/exempt via completion of a CPA accredited university program or complete CPA PEP courses from CPA Canada
  • Travel to assigned client locations is required. Must have access to and ability to arrange for use of reliable modes of transportation to those location
  • Ability to travel up to 25%

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong computer skills, including MS Office
  • Ability to work as an effective member of a team
  • Motivated to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Client focused
  • Ability to multitask
  • Familiarity with Caseware and Tax Prep

******To be considered for this role you must attach a copy of your unofficial transcripts when attaching your resume. Please attach as a single PDF******

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 in the Canadian uniformed service; 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: $46,640 - $55,650

Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.