RSM is looking for a dynamic Audit Senior to join our Business Services Assurance team in our Boston office. Changing economies, new accounting policies and evolving tax regulations mean that business and professional services (BPS) firms face an ever-changing business landscape. With more than 80 years of industry expertise, RSM has helped thousands of BPS firms to achieve their business objectives. Our clients include firms in a variety of service industries, including law, engineering, consulting and advertising, to name just a few. Experienced in serving clients with a local, national or international presence, and a number of diverse organizational structures, our professionals can help develop meaningful solutions for your business.

Responsibilities:

• Provide timely, high quality client service that meets or exceeds client expectations including coordinating the auditing of all required financial statements, related disclosures, and other client deliverables
• Develop an understanding of the client's business, and become a business services industry specialist to understand client specific needs
• Lead the team through the entire audit process, preparing all necessary financial statements and related disclosures and reportable conditions letters, with an eye on quality, thoroughness and accuracy
• Understand and utilize RSM’s Audit Methodology
• Lead Audit Associates 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 the client to the audit team is efficient
• Identify and communicate accounting and auditing matters to Managers and Partners
• Identify performance improvement opportunities
• Recognize and inform management of opportunities to increase level and types of services to clients
• Ensure professional development through ongoing education
• Willingness to travel 10% of the year, depending on clients

Required Qualifications:

• BS/BA Degree in Accounting or equivalent degree
• 2 years of current or recent experience in a public accounting environment
• Understanding of audit services with knowledge of GAAP, GAAS and FASB regulations
• CPA Certification or demonstrated progress towards obtaining CPA certification, including required coursework
• Demonstrated ability to in-charge an engagement
• Familiarity with auditing under PCAOB standards
• A proven record of building profitable, sustainable client relationships

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience auditing business services and related organizations
• A successful record of directing and deploying staff and senior associates on multiple, simultaneous engagement

Currently, RSM does not intend to hire candidates for entry level positions who will need, now or in the future, RSM sponsorship through any non-immigrant visa category such as the H-1B, H-1B1, E-3, O-1, or TN.

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 careers@rsmus.com.

The firm offers a competitive benefits package, base compensation, and an employee bonus program for eligible roles based on individual and firm performance per program guidelines. Base compensation ranges can be found between the ranges noted below in the posting, and an actual offer can vary based upon on role, hiring location, and qualifications. For additional information on RSM’s total rewards, visit our website at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits.html.

If required by applicable law or client policy, you may be required to be vaccinated for COVID-19 or have an approved accommodation.

You want your next step to be the right one. You've worked hard to get where you are today. And now you're ready to use your unique skills, talents and personality to achieve great things. RSM is a place where you are valued as an individual, mentored as a future leader, and recognized for your accomplishments and potential. Working directly with clients, key decision makers and business owners across various industries and geographies, you'll move quickly along the learning curve and our clients will benefit from your fresh perspective.

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