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The Office of Risk Management (ORM) supports the implementation of programs policies and practices to manage the risk of RSM Canada LLP. Audit Quality & Risk Management (AQRM) within ORM is responsible for monitoring the firms audit practice by executing such activities as the monitoring of the firms System of Quality Management (CSQM 1 facilitating the inspection of the firm by its regulators (including CPA bodies and CPAB) the firms internal monitoring and other ad hoc projects. AQRM works closely with the National Professional Standards Group (NPSG) in assisting in the creation and monitoring of policies tools guidance and training.
Reporting directly to the Audit Quality and Risk Leader in Canada the Senior Managers primary responsibilities relate to overseeing the System of Quality Management (SOQM) ongoing monitoring and annual evaluation specifically the design and operational effectiveness riskbased controls testing in the SOQM. This role will also have exposure to working with RSM US LLP for certain projects. Relocation is not required. We have cultivated a flexible work environment where team members can work inoffice hybrid or fully remote.
Responsibilities:
Lead and oversee monitoring related to the firms SOQM and its implementation of CSQM1/ISQM1. More specifically This position will:
Guide the AQRM team in implementing a monitoring program in accordance with the Quality standards and best practices
Assess design adequacy assessments and performing operation effectiveness testing including scoping testing strategies and rotation of controls
Liase between with engagement level monitoring and assist the SOQM evaluation team in evaluating the firms SOQM
Evaluate how quality risks are mitigated through the control environment and determine improvements to operating controls
Work closely with other members of AQRM and assist with the annual evaluation of the SOQM to determine if it is achieving its objectives while aligning to the Quality standards with continuous improvements
Lead and contribute to the performance of Root Cause Analysis on audit quality issues identified through annual evaluation regulatory reviews internal monitoring and other monitoring programs and activities of the firm while of formal functional monitoring activities
Prepare and present status updates for leadership prepare communications for senior executives related to the monitoring of the firms SOQM
Analyze design and implement requirements in monitoring and evaluation processes for SOQM in accordance with the PCAOB QC1000 A Firms System of Quality Control standard
Manage the SOQM team and other members of AQRM and act as performance manager
Assist with the inspection of the firm by its regulatory bodies including but not limited to CPAB PCAOB CPA Provincial bodies and CIRO. This will require assessing root causes of findings and proposing risk management/action plans in support for any necessary remediations of regulatory requirements
Responsible for other various assignments that arise through incident response or the Global Executive Office and regulatory compliance
Participate in various quality initiatives including coaching Engagement Leaders and Teams on selected audit quality topics to assist in improving quality objectives
Develop and deliver continuing professional education courses
Perform other monitoring and quality initiatives as directed by the Quality Control Inquiry Committee NORM Leader and/or Audit Quality and Risk Leader
Perform other ad hoc projects as required
Occasional business travel within Canada will be required
Required Qualifications:
Bachelors degree
Active CPA license in good standing in principal place of business
A minimum of 8 years postqualification experience
Working knowledge of CAS IFRS and ASPE
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively generate high quality deliverables
Robust performance history and demonstration of excellence
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively with all levels as well as independently
Ability to adapt quickly to change in the firm and regulatory environment
Ability to communicate information clearly and concisely verbally and orally to diverse audiences across the firm and external professional contacts
Ability to develop and maintain applicable professional and internal contacts resources and networks
Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion with respect to internal information
Strong attention to detail and proofreading skills
Effective leadership skills including the ability to guide mentor and develop team members
Strong analytical organizational and planning skills for multiple and/ or complex projects
Preferred Qualifications:
CPAB CPA Provincial Regulatory Body or PCAOB inspection experience
Experience with audit tools such as CaseWare Idea Data Snipper Alteryx or other similar tools
Experience performing testing of controls (e.g. external audit internal audit ISQM/CSQM1 SOX etc.
Experience auditing internal controls in a large professional services firm or similar environment would be an asset
Experience managing teams to deliver control testing plans to set deadlines and performing the role of detailed reviewer
Ability to positively support affect and implement change under changing circumstances and driving business improvement
Ability to supervise direct and review the results of monitoring results inspections projects and assignments as well as lead by understanding team dynamics
Ability to lead by understanding team dynamics
At RSM we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people.We offer flexibility in your schedule empowering you to balance lifes demands while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmcanada/careers/lifeatrsm/rewardsandbenefits.html.
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At RSM an employees 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: $105000 $178500Individualsselected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.
Required Experience:
Senior Manager
Full-Time