Senior Associate - Assurance Business Services

About the role

RSM, a global provider of professional services to the middle market, is looking for an Assurance Senior Associate to join its assurance Business Services practice in Toronto. The role offers exposure to a variety of entities, including marketing and advertising firms, environmental and facilities companies and workforce solutions organizations. The position involves coordinating audits of complex financial statements and acting as an in-charge on engagement teams.

Key responsibilities

• Provide timely, high-quality client service, including coordinating audits of complex financial statements and related disclosures
• Develop an understanding of the client's business and become an industry specialist
• Apply RSM's Global Audit Methodology and train and supervise Audit Associates, monitoring productivity and adherence to work plans
• Anticipate client concerns, escalate issues and keep information flowing between clients and the audit team
• Communicate significant accounting and auditing matters to managers, senior managers and partners
• Prepare client deliverables such as board communications, deficiency letters and management letters
• Identify performance improvement opportunities and support professional development through ongoing education
• Travel up to 25% of the year depending on clients

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or another discipline from an accredited university
• Active CPA license or demonstrated progress toward CPA licensure in the province of residence
• 2-3 years of recent assurance experience in a public accounting environment
• Experience supporting audit engagements from planning through completion, including testing, workpaper review and mentoring staff
• Ability to work extended or non-standard hours during peak periods and to maintain an onsite presence during core business hours
• Bilingualism in English and French preferred

Required skills

• Working knowledge of GAAP, CASs or other regulatory requirements, including IFRS
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and auditing software tools
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and research skills, with professional judgment
• Effective communication with firm personnel and clients, and project management across multiple priorities

What we offer

• Compensation range of $58,500 - $101,600, with eligibility for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance
• A competitive benefits and compensation package
• Most roles follow a hybrid workstyle, with some virtual or primarily on-site options depending on role requirements