Accounting and Finance Consulting Manager - Accounting Advisory

RSM Global; Toronto; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Accounting and Finance Consulting Manager to lead complex engagements and provide high-quality advisory services. This role offers a unique opportunity to work collaboratively with a diverse team on challenging accounting issues while fostering client relationships. With a focus on professional growth and a commitment to flexibility, this position is ideal for individuals looking to thrive in a dynamic environment. Join a forward-thinking firm that values your contributions and supports your career development in the evolving landscape of accounting and finance.

Benefits

Flexible Schedule

Discretionary Bonus

Competitive Benefits Package

Qualifications

• 5+ years in public accounting or financial reporting.
• Experience in managing teams on multiple engagements.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple engagements providing accounting and advisory guidance.
• Collaborate with specialists on complex accounting matters.
• Supervise and mentor team members.

Skills

Project Management

Advanced Communication Skills

Client Relationship Management

Technical Accounting Knowledge

IFRS Knowledge

Education

BS/BA Degree

Job description

Accounting and Finance Consulting Manager - Accounting Advisory

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.

Do you have a passion and a curiosity for understanding and researching complex accounting issues?

Are you looking for a more flexible and balanced career?

Do you enjoy serving and working collaboratively with your clients to help resolve complex accounting and financial reporting issues?

Are you interested in joining an in-demand rapidly growing practice with experienced professionals of diverse backgrounds?

Are you looking for a career that will provide you with interesting and varied professional growth opportunities?

If so, RSM's Accounting and Finance Consulting (AFC) practice is the right fit for you!

RSM is looking for a Manager to join our Accounting and Finance Consulting (AFC) practice with a focus in accounting and financial reporting advisory. Changing economies, new accounting policies and evolving tax regulations mean that business and professional services firms face an ever-changing business landscape. With more than 80 years of industry expertise, RSM has helped thousands of firms to achieve their business objectives. Our clients include firms in a variety of industries, including financial services, technology, life sciences, and manufacturing to name just a few. Experienced in serving clients with a local, national or international presence, and a number of diverse organizational structures, our professionals can help develop meaningful solutions for your business.

Responsibilities:

• Manage multiple concurrent engagements within the Accounting and Finance Consulting (AFC) practice to provide technical accounting and financial or business advisory guidance to clients.
• Demonstrate intermediate to advanced knowledge of complex accounting concepts under IFRS.
• Provide timely, high quality client service that meets or exceeds client expectations including coordinating the development and execution of the consulting work plan and client deliverables.
• Collaborate directly with firm specialists/subject matter experts on complex accounting matters.
• Assist in the preparation of technical memos and other client deliverables.
• Supervise Seniors and Supervisors on engagement teams.
• Oversee engagement economics and manage appropriate resources for efficient engagement models.
• Anticipate and address client concerns and escalate issues as they arise; identify performance improvement opportunities.
• Understand RSM's service lines and work as a team in providing an integrated service delivery.
• Develop others within the AFC practice through mentoring, training and advising on career development or participating in other Firm initiatives.
• Understand RSM's lines of businesses, availability of services and where applicable, discuss with client management of opportunities to make valuable introductions to others in the firm.
• Develop a strategy to utilize relationships external to the firm with different types of Centers of Influence to effectuate business growth.
• Subscribe to and actively read industry publications and share relevant information with clients as considered applicable.
• Ensure professional development through ongoing education.
• Willingness to travel 25% or less of the year, depending on your clients.

Required Qualifications:

• BS/BA Degree.
• 5+ years of current or recent experience in a public accounting, financial reporting or technical accounting capacity.
• Excellent team and project management skills.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience providing audit services to reporting issuer clients under IFRS.
• A proven record of building profitable, sustainable client relationships.
• Minimum of 4 years of team lead or in-charge experience overseeing staff on multiple engagements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in managing large and small projects for global clients related to one or more of the following areas: accounting and finance optimization, audit readiness, complex accounting analysis and consultation, new accounting standard implementation.
• Experience in ASPE, US GAAP, or other accounting frameworks, including conversations to or from IFRS.
• A successful record of directing and deploying staff and senior associates on multiple, simultaneous engagements.
• CPA or equivalent certification.

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. 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 Rewards and Benefits.

RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; colour; 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; 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 Canadian uniformed service; Canadian Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable provincial employment legislation.

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 [e-mail].

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: $85,000 - $136,000

Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.