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, inclusive 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.

• Assist with "triaging" incoming requests for guidance in independence matters from engagement personnel; via monitoring mailboxes and other sources
• Develop preliminary guidance with respect to assigned independence consultation matters
• Under the direction and supervision of National Office of Independence senior personnel, manage firm acquisition due diligence processes as they relate to independence matters
• Personal development and independence skill acquisition
• Assist with development and presentation of independence related training
• Assist with development of independence guidance and tools
• Other National Office of Risk Management related projects as needed

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• 5-6+ years' experience in public accounting (required), preferably with substantive exposure to independence considerations in professional practice
• Ability to read and apply rules, regulations, policies and procedures
• Ability to communicate information clearly and concisely, in writing to diverse audiences across the firm and to outside professional contacts
• Excellent conflict resolution skills
• Proficient in use of Microsoft Office products including familiarity with SharePoint as a document repository
• Demonstrated ability to identify and recommend process improvement and efficiency
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion
• Demonstration of an understanding of the impact of regulatory controls on business conditions
• Acts to make things better by making deliberate attempts to add value. Seeks information from supervisor for guidance on consultative approach
• Strong managerial and prioritization skills
• Able to adapt quickly to changes in regulatory environment, industry and the firm
• Ability to respond positively to changing circumstances, seek and implement change to drive business improvement
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with the independence team and engagement teams
• Proactive in requesting and providing feedback
• Knows when to escalate issues

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active CPA license
• Knowledge of SEC, PCAOB and AICPA Independence rules and ability to recognize the potential impact of changes to firm policies, processes and personnel
• Ability to develop and maintain applicable professional and internal contacts, resources and networks

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. We support and inspire you to prioritize your wellbeing by delivering personalized, holistic programming for your physical, emotional, financial and community wellbeing. RSM has a generous time off policy with at least 14 paid holidays, wellbeing days and associate and above access to self-managed time off. We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life's demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about our total rewards at .

RSM is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are proud to provide our employees with tools to assist them in being successful in achieving both personal and professional goals. We welcome and support all our employees to thrive in an environment free of discrimination and harassment. As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer 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 (including gender identity and/or gender expression); 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; 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 call us at 800-274-3978 or send us an email at .

RSM does not intend to hire entry level candidates who will require sponsorship now OR in the future (i.e. F-1 visa holders). However, those candidates who may be recent U.S. college / university graduates possessing 1-2 years of progressive and relevant work experience, excluding internships, in the U.S. or his/her home country would be eligible for hire as an experienced candidate and thus eligible for sponsorship.