Vast Recruitment is hiring on behalf of RSM!
Job Details
Job Function
Accounting & Finance
Industry
Accounting
Company Name
RSM Canada
Company Description
RSM Canada LLP is a leading provider of audit, tax, business and technology consulting services to Canadian businesses. Rooted in deep industry knowledge and technical acumen, our first-choice advisors bring diverse perspectives, innovative ideas and data-driven insights to our client collaborations. Every client, every day, in everything we do.
Reporting To
Assurance Manager
Team Size To Manage
2
Job Location
Country
Canada
Province/State
British Columbia
City
Vancouver
Location Type
head-office
Other Location
Candidate Relocation
no
Must Have Skills
CPA Designation or pursuing a CPA | 2 years of current experience in public practice
Skills Considered Bonus
Job Description
RSM is looking for a dynamic Senior Associate to join our Assurance team. You will have the opportunity to work as a team member on diverse client engagements as part of our national and local practice. RSM’s assurance professionals help companies improve their performance through the most challenging business cycles.
Responsibilities:
- Provide timely, high quality client service that meets or exceeds client expectations including coordinating audits of complex financial statements, related disclosures, and other client deliverables
- Develop an understanding of the client’s business and needs, and become an industry specialist
- Understand and utilize RSM’s audit methodology
- Collaborate with the engagement manager/senior manager on engagement approach and execute on the plan using a risk-based approach
- Recognize industry-specific and general accounting and auditing issues, including but not limited to, inventory pricing, receivable discounts, allowances, incentives and bad debts, tax provisions and determine appropriate audit approach for such areas
- Provide insightful feedback on financial statements and prepare other client deliverables such as board communications, deficiency letters, management letters, etc.
- Supervise associates on engagement teams and function as an in-charge, monitoring and reporting regarding productivity and adherence to work plan and budget
- Anticipate and address client concerns and escalate issues as they arise
- Interact with clients to help ensure the information flow from client to audit team and vice versa is efficient
- Identify and communicate significant accounting and auditing matters to manager/senior manager and partner on engagement
- Identify performance improvement opportunities for team members
- Understand client and industry issues, and recognize opportunities for RSM to assist the client in increasing level and types of services
- Manage time appropriately across multiple projects
- Keep abreast of industry developments by reading trade publications and other relevant thought leadership
- Ensure professional development through ongoing education
- Willingness to travel 25% of the year, depending on your clients
Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) degree or equivalent degree from an accredited university
- 2 years of current or recent experience in a public accounting environment
- Understanding of audit services with knowledge of GAAP and GAAS
- CPA designation or demonstrated progress towards obtaining CPA designation, including required CPA PEP courses from CPA Canada
- Previous experience auditing companies
Compensation
Job Type
Full time
Salary From
75000
Salary To
85000
Commission Payment
Bonus Payment
Mandatory Details
Number Of Positions
5
Culture, Perks and Benefits
Work with Us!
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.
At RSM, we make sure our people are empowered to be their best selves, both personally and professionally. This starts with understanding and caring for our people as individuals—their whole selves and all areas of their life. Join a community that supports and inspires you to prioritize your wellbeing, while we deliver personalized, holistic programming for your physical, emotional, financial, and community wellbeing.