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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 non-profit assurance practice which specializes in serving a wide array of organizations, including nationally recognized trade and membership associations and large philanthropic foundations. Experience the personal satisfaction of being part of a team that helps non-profits position themselves to better achieve their mission and serve their members and constituents.
Job 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
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or other discipline from an accredited University.
Active CPA license or demonstrated progress toward CPA licensure in province of residence.
2–3 years of recent assurance experience in a public accounting environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and auditing software tools.
Working knowledge of GAAP, CASs or other relevant regulatory requirements, with the ability to apply relevant accounting and auditing standards, such as ASPE and ASNPO.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and research skills, with the ability to exercise professional judgment.
Experience supporting audit engagements from planning through completion, including performing testing, assisting with financial statement preparation, reviewing workpapers, and mentoring staff.
Ability to communicate clearly, professionally, and effectively with firm personnel and clients in person, by telephone, and through electronic or written means.
Effective project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities, tasks, and projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy and quality of work in accordance with performance expectations, firm, and client standards.
Ability to work effectively in a professional office environment and, as…
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