Assurance Associate - Fall 2027

BaltimoreOn-siteFull-time$70k–$84k

AI Summary

Assists with audit engagements for middle-market clients, performing substantive tests, assessing internal controls, drafting financial statements, and developing an understanding of GAAP and GAAS requirements.

About this role

We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled, culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You’ll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There’s no one like you and that’s why there’s nowhere like RSM.

At RSM, associates work with large and small companies in various industries. They develop strong working relationships with clients built on understanding their businesses and challenges.  Associates work on multiple team engagements each year, including several pieces of any particular assignment - not just one part.  Working in a mutually respectful team environment helps our associates perform at their best and integrate their career with their personal life.

Examples of the candidate’s responsibilities include:

Understanding clients' needs and expectations, their business and industry, accounting and control systems, employees, company values and industry-related GAAP and GAAS issues
Developing an understanding of the RSM audit approach and tools
Assessing risks and evaluating the client's internal control structure
Performing substantive tests and tests of internal controls to identify and resolve accounting or reporting issues
Drafting financial statements under prescribed formats

Basic Qualifications:

Minimum B.A / B.S. degree or equivalent from an accredited university by the time employment commences
Accounting major
Meeting education requirement for CPA certification in the state where you are applying for employment
Travel to assigned client locations is required. Must have access to and ability to arrange for use of reliable modes of transportation to those locations
Ability to travel up to 25%
A minimum 3.0 GPA is preferred

Preferred Qualifications:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong computer skills, including MS Office
Ability to work as an effective member of a team
Motivated to work in a fast-paced environment
Client focused
Ability to multitask

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits.

We believe flexibility and in-person connection both play an important role in how we work and grow. Most roles at RSM follow a hybrid workstyle, which means team members are aligned to an RSM office and come together in person when it best supports clients, teams, development or relationship-building. Some roles may be virtual or primarily on-site based on role requirements, team priorities and client needs.

All 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.

Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment/partnership. RSM is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please or send us an email at [email protected].

RSM does not intend to hire entry-level candidates who require sponsorship now or in the future. This includes individuals who will one day request or require RSM to file or complete immigration-related forms or prepare letters on their behalf in order for them to obtain or continue their work authorization.

RSM will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records. For those living in California or applying to a position in California, please click here for additional information.

At RSM, an employee’s 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: $70,400 - $84,000

Skills

Accounting SystemsFinancial Statement DraftingGAAPGAASInternal Control AssessmentMicrosoft OfficeRisk AssessmentSubstantive Testing

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