Financial Consulting Manager - Accounting Advisory

Overview

We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, with a focus on empowering clients and people to realize their full potential. Our environment aims to inspire and empower you to thrive both personally and professionally. RSM offers an in-demand, rapidly growing Accounting and Finance Consulting (AFC) practice with emphasis in Financial Advisory.

RSM is looking for a Manager to join our Accounting and Finance Consulting (AFC) practice with a focus in Financial Advisory. Changing economies, new accounting policies and evolving tax regulations create an ever-changing business landscape. With more than 80 years of industry expertise, RSM has helped thousands of firms achieve their objectives. Our clients span financial services, technology, life sciences, and manufacturing among others, and we serve clients with local, national or international presence and diverse organizational structures.

• Manage multiple concurrent engagements within the Accounting and Finance Consulting (AFC) practice to provide technical accounting and financial or business advisory guidance to clients
• Demonstrate intermediate to advanced knowledge of complex accounting concepts
• Provide timely, high quality client service that meets or exceeds client expectations including coordinating the development and execution of the consulting work plan and client deliverables
• Collaborate directly with firm specialists/subject matter experts on complex accounting matters
• Assist in the preparation of technical memos and other client deliverables
• Supervise Audit Seniors and Supervisors on engagement teams
• Oversee engagement economics and manage appropriate resources for efficient engagement models
• Anticipate and address client concerns and escalate issues as they arise; identify performance improvement opportunities
• Understand RSM's service lines and work as a team in providing an integrated service delivery
• Develop others within the TAC practice through mentoring, training and advising on career development or participating in other Firm initiatives
• Understand RSM's lines of businesses, availability of services and where applicable, discuss with client management opportunities to make valuable introductions to others in the firm
• Develop a strategy to utilize relationships external to the firm with Centers of Influence to effectuate business growth
• Subscribe to and actively read industry publications and share relevant information with clients as applicable
• Ensure professional development through ongoing education
• Willingness to travel 25% or less of the year, depending on client needs

• BS/BA Degree in Accounting or equivalent degree
• 5+ years of current or recent experience in a public accounting, financial reporting or technical accounting capacity
• Excellent team and project management skills
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills
• Understanding of audit services with knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS, and FASB regulations
• A proven track record of building profitable, sustainable client relationships
• Minimum of 4 years of team lead or in-charge experience overseeing staff on multiple engagements

• Experience in managing project teams related to accounting and finance optimization, audit readiness, complex accounting analysis and consultation, or new accounting standard implementation
• A successful record of directing and deploying staff and senior associates on multiple, simultaneous engagements
• CPA or equivalent certification

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package, flexibility in your schedule to balance life’s demands, and opportunities to learn about our total rewards.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment as RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race, color, creed, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application or participate in the recruiting process, please call  or email

RSM does not intend to hire entry level candidates who require sponsorship now or in the future. If you are a recent U.S. college graduate with 1-2 years of progressive and relevant work experience in a similar role, you may be eligible for hire as an experienced associate.

RSM will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records. For applicants in California or applying to a position in California, additional information is available.

Salary information:
The compensation range for this role is $88,900 - $168,300. Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.