As a Supervisor in RSM's growing Financial Services Risk Consulting Practice, you will have the opportunity to draw from your experience and knowledge while continuing to grow your leadership skills through a high degree of client and financial services industry exposure, career development and mentorship opportunities, and a diverse and inclusive culture. The fast-paced and dynamic environment in which we operate will provide you with daily challenges and exciting opportunities.
In the Financial Services Risk, Compliance, and Internal Audit Practice we frequently work as or alongside a client's internal audit function, the chief risk officer or risk function, Sarbanes-Oxley project team, lender field examination teams and various other members of management tasked with managing risk. Our advisors help our clients with identifying and prioritizing risk and leveraging process and controls to reduce risk exposure.
Key ResponsibilitiesContributions to Firm Culture
- Model the core RSM values of respect, integrity, teamwork, excellence and stewardship in all interactions with clients and team members
- Maintain a positive attitude and a strong work ethic
- Conduct yourself in a professional manner
- Work collaboratively with others and show an interest in learning from more experienced team members
- Be open to new ideas and challenges, and help foster a culture that encourages people to ask questions, seek diverse perspectives, and challenge those around you
- Develop executive presence through interactions with management within RSM and our clients
- Develop meaningful relationships with client personnel and colleagues
- Support RSM's goals around diversity and inclusion by nurturing an environment that understands individuality, promotes authenticity, and values varied perspective in arriving at solutions
Client Experience
- Learn about the financial services industry and clients that we serve in the middle and upper market and leverage your understanding to become your clients' trusted advisor
- Interact with client process owners and external stakeholders while executing your role
- Demonstrate critical thinking skill in gathering and processing information about a client's business, strategy, culture, competitive positioning, and operations in order to assist with risk assessment
- Exhibit basic knowledge of key industry fundamentals, regulatory environment, and terminology
- Identify current and relevant industry thought leadership and share with clients as relevant
- Independently implements and coaches associates on foundational industry policies, procedures, and work-programs
- Owns process level client relationships and collaboration with external stakeholders
- Prepare/Review initial drafts and follow-ups on client request lists
- Participate in risk assessment management interviews. Update risk assessment models and complete initial draft of identified risks
- Prepare and conduct tests of the operating effectiveness of clients' internal controls
- Draft test plans or work programs for review by senior members of the team
- Create/review narratives or flowcharts for a process. Identify and review all risks and controls for a process as needed
- Perform first level review of staff work for accuracy, completeness, and well-reasoned conclusions
- Manage budgets and provide accurate analysis of estimates to complete to engagement leader
- Review and complete status documents for client delivery
- Develop the ability to support multiple client projects simultaneously, while actively contributing to other firm initiatives
Talent Experience
- Encourage colleagues to think creatively, strive for growth through development opportunities, and maximize results while working within a team environment
- Proactively seek out opportunities to learn from or teach team members, build a coaching/mentoring network and take advantage of training opportunities to continually expand skills and leadership capability
- Maintain willingness to give and receive candid feedback in both written and verbal form.
- Provide assistance, guidance, and feedback to associates assigned to work with you
- Support recruiting efforts by understanding and promoting the RSM brand
Business Development
- Participate in relevant industry associations and learning/development events to build industry perspective and contacts
- Gain knowledge of key fundamentals, regulatory environment, and terminology for your relevant industries
- Build an internal network and become aware of other services provided by the firm undefined
Position Qualifications- Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Accounting or related business discipline
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in audit, internal audit, or related internal control positions
Preferred Qualifications- Proficiency in professional writing, spreadsheet, and presentation creation tools.
- Exposure to data analytics tools is preferred
- 2 years of experience working for a capital markets, asset management or specialty lending institution, consulting firm, or regulatory agency, in internal audit, model validation, or controls testing.
- Qualified to pursue a job-relevant certification (e.g. CPA, CIA)
- Ability to travel to meet client needs and work collaboratively with others in-person and remotely
- Openness to workday flexibility, agility, remote work environment, leveraging new tools
- Effective communication skills, both verbally and in writing
- Effective time management and prioritization skillsundefined
At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits.
We believe flexibility and in-person connection both play an important role in how we work and grow. Most roles at RSM follow a hybrid workstyle, which means team members are aligned to an RSM office and come together in person when it best supports clients, teams, development or relationship-building. Some roles may be virtual or primarily on-site based on role requirements, team priorities and client needs.
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: $88,900 - $168,300
Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.
