Financial Consulting Senior Associate

Job Description

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. Youll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. Theres no one like you and thats why theres nowhere like RSM.

RSM is looking for a Senior Associate to join our Financial Consulting (FC) practice with a focus on governance and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

- Conduct ongoing monitoring of the firms System and Organization Controls (SOC), including review of documentation, workpapers, and client deliverables
- Perform risk-based assessments and evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls, including those related to back-office accounting and treasury functions, financial reporting, investor reporting, and user access
- Develop and maintain internal control documentation related to standard operating procedures, including process and data flows, control narratives, etc.
- Evaluate how quality risks are mitigated through the control environment and identify opportunities for improvements to operating processes and controls
- Communicate objectives, status, and findings to leadership and key stakeholders
- Assist with the annual System and Organization Controls (SOC) 1 Type 2 examination of the firm by its independent auditors to gather requested support from Engagement Teams and respond to auditor inquiries
- Participate in various quality initiatives including coaching FC Engagement Leaders and Teams on selected consulting quality topics to assist in improving quality objectives
- Develop and deliver continuing professional education courses for FC Engagement Leaders and Teams
- Perform other monitoring and quality initiatives as directed by the FC Governance Committee, National Office of Risk Management (NORM) Leader, and/or Consulting Quality and Risk Management (CQRM) Leader
- Collaborate with other RSM teams to streamline operations in delivering services across multiple lines of business, service lines, and locations internationally

Required Qualifications

- Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Management Information Systems, or a related discipline
- 2+ years of Accounting or Audit experience
- Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Expertise in process analysis and optimization to mitigate risk and improve operational efficiency
- Strong analytical skills, detail oriented, and highly organized
- Strong work ethic, personal and professional integrity, and a positive attitude
- Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively with all levels as well as independently in a remote team environment
- Strong oral and written communication and influencing skills
- Ability to adapt quickly to change in the firm and regulatory environment

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience in a public accounting firm, consulting firm, or other professional services environment
- Proficient knowledge of Allvue, Yardi, Sage Intacct, NetSuite, BlackLine, or other accounting software systems
- Background in fund accounting, corporate accounting, and/or property accounting
- CPA and/or CA

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people.We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance lifes demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients.Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/india.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; HIV Status; 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 Indian Armed Forces; Indian Armed Forces Veterans, and Indian Armed Forces Personnel 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 send us an email at [Confidential Information].

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