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About the Role

RSM is seeking an Assurance Senior Associate to join their public sector assurance practice, serving governments, not-for-profit organizations, and foundations. This role offers the opportunity to help these organizations better achieve their missions and serve their constituents.

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.
• Understand and utilize RSM’s Global Audit Methodology.
• Train and supervise Audit Associates on engagement teams and function as an in-charge, monitoring productivity and adherence to schedules.
• Anticipate and address client concerns and escalate issues as they arise.
• Interact with clients to ensure efficient information flow between the client and the audit team.
• Identify and communicate significant accounting and auditing matters to management and partners.
• Provide insightful feedback on financial statements and prepare client deliverables such as board communications and management letters.
• Recognize industry-specific and general accounting and auditing issues and determine the appropriate audit approach.
• Identify performance improvement opportunities for team members.
• Ensure professional development through ongoing education.
• Willingness to travel 25% of the year, depending on clients.

Requirements

• 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.
• 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.
• Ability to work effectively in a professional office environment and at client sites.
• Ability to work extended and/or non-standard hours during peak periods or as necessary.
• Ability to maintain consistent, onsite presence during core business hours, including reporting to a firm office location and traveling to client sites as required.
• Ability to occasionally lift or move miscellaneous items (typically under 20 lbs.).

Skills

• Microsoft Office applications
• Auditing software tools
• GAAP
• CASs
• Relevant regulatory requirements
• Accounting standards
• Auditing standards
• Analytical skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Research skills
• Professional judgment
• Communication skills
• Project management skills

Location

• Ontario
• Quebec

Work Type

• Onsite
• Travel

Experience Level

• Senior Associate
• 2-3 years of recent assurance experience

Education Level

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or other discipline

Salary/Compensations

• $58,500 - $101,600
• Discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance

Benefits

• Competitive benefits and compensation package
• Flexibility in schedule
• Total rewards program

About the Company

• The leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally.
• Purpose: to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering clients and people to realize their full potential.
• Exceptional people are the key to an inclusive culture and talent experience.
• An environment that inspires and empowers individuals to thrive personally and professionally.

Equal Opportunity

• 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; 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 Canadian uniformed service; Canadian Military/Veteran 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 call us at 800-274-3978 or send us an email at careers@rsmus.com.