Senior Associate, Process Risk and Controls

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• Support clients in identifying assessing and prioritizing risks across their organizations.
• Participate in risk assessment interviews and assist in developing risk assessments and related documentation.
• Prepare and perform testing of internal controls and evaluate control operating effectiveness.
• Assist in the development of testing plans work programs narratives process documentation and flowcharts.
• Identify risks and controls within business processes and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Review work completed by associates for accuracy completeness and quality.
• Manage engagement budgets and provide timely updates regarding project status and estimated completion efforts.
• Prepare status reports client deliverables and initial drafts of engagement reports.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with client personnel and key stakeholders.
• Support multiple client engagements while delivering high-quality client service.

• Demonstrate RSMs core values of respect integrity teamwork excellence and stewardship.
• Coach and mentor associates through meaningful feedback training and development opportunities.
• Foster collaboration innovation and knowledge sharing across engagement teams.
• Develop executive presence through interactions with client leadership and firm professionals.
• Support recruiting efforts and promote the RSM employer brand.

• Build industry knowledge through learning opportunities and professional involvement.
• Stay informed on relevant risk controls internal audit and governance trends.
• Develop an internal network and awareness of the firms broader capabilities and services.
• Share relevant thought leadership and market insights with clients and colleagues.

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Accounting or a related business discipline.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in audit internal audit or related internal control roles.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational time management and prioritization skills.
• Ability to travel to meet client needs and collaborate effectively

• Experience with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance and testing.
• Experience supporting internal audit activities and risk-focused engagements.
• Exposure to data analytics tools and technologies.
• Proficiency with professional writing spreadsheet and presentation tools.
• Progress toward or eligibility to pursue a relevant professional certification such as CPA or CIA.

At RSM we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our offer flexibility in your schedule empowering you to balance lifes demands while also maintaining your ability to serve more about our total rewards at applicants will receive consideration for employment as RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; color; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender; sexual orientation; HIV Status; 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 US uniformed service; US Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal state or local law.

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RSM does not intend to hire entry level candidates who will require sponsorship now OR in the future (i.e. F-1 visa holders). If you are a recent U.S. college / university graduate possessing 1-2 years of progressive and relevant work experience in a same or similar role to the one for which you are applying excluding internships you may be eligible for hire as an experienced associate.

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