Associate – Audit

Job Description

Assurance Associate – Fall 2027 | RSM US LLP

The Tone:
This is a full-time, early career role at RSM US LLP, aligning to an RSM office in a hybrid workstyle. RSM is a leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, committed to instilling confidence in a changing world. This role contributes to empowering clients and people to realize their full potential by providing essential assurance services. Associates thrive in an environment that inspires personal and professional growth, working on diverse engagements and building strong client relationships.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Hybrid – Aligned to an RSM office
• Pay: $61600–$73500 yearly
• Mission: To instill confidence in clients by understanding their business, assessing risks, evaluating controls, and resolving accounting or reporting issues through comprehensive assurance engagements.
• Tech Stack: MS Office

What You’ll Actually Do
• Client Insight: Understand clients’ needs, expectations, business, industry, accounting and control systems, company values, and relevant GAAP and GAAS issues.
• Audit Application: Develop and apply a thorough understanding of the RSM audit approach and utilize its proprietary tools in engagement execution.
• Risk Assessment: Assess inherent risks and meticulously evaluate the client’s internal control structure to identify potential weaknesses.
• Performance Testing: Execute substantive tests and tests of internal controls to accurately identify and subsequently resolve accounting or reporting issues.
• Reporting Preparation: Draft comprehensive financial statements, ensuring they adhere to prescribed formats and regulatory requirements.

The Must-Haves
• Background: This is an entry-level position requiring a minimum B.A. or B.S. degree in Accounting or an equivalent qualification from an accredited university by the time employment commences.
• Experience: Ability to travel up to 25% to assigned client locations is required, necessitating access to and the ability to arrange reliable modes of transportation for these engagements.
• Skills: Proficiency in computer applications, particularly MS Office, is essential for daily tasks and client deliverables.
• Bonus: A preferred minimum GPA of 3.0, excellent written and verbal communication skills, a strong ability to work as an effective team member, motivation to perform effectively in a demanding environment, a client-focused approach, and the ability to multitask effectively.