What are the responsibilities and job description for the Audit Associate - Winter 2024 position at RSM US LLP?
AUDIT ASSOCIATE
At RSM, associates work with large and small companies in various industries. They develop strong working relationships with clients built on understanding their businesses and challenges. Associates work on multiple team engagements each year, including several pieces of any particular assignment - not just one part. Working in a mutually respectful team environment helps our associates perform at their best and integrate their career with their personal life.
Examples of responsibilities include:
Understanding clients' needs and expectations, their business and industry, accounting and control systems, employees, company values and industry-related GAAP and GAAS issues
Developing an understanding of the RSM audit approach and tools
Assessing risks and evaluating the client's internal control structure
Performing substantive tests and tests of internal controls to identify and resolve accounting or reporting issues
Drafting financial statements under prescribed formats
Basic Qualifications:
Minimum B.A / B.S. degree or equivalent from an accredited university by the time employment commences
Accounting major
Meeting education requirement for CPA certification in the state where you are applying for employment
Travel to assigned client locations is required. Must have access to and ability to arrange for use of reliable modes of transportation to those locations
Ability to travel up to 25%
A minimum 3.0 GPA is preferred
Preferred Qualifications:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong computer skills, including MS Office
Ability to work as an effective member of a team
Motivated to work in a fast-paced environment
Client focused
Ability to multitask
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 .
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.
Experience RSM US. Experience the power of being understood.
RSM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans.
