Associate

RSM Kuwait; Kuwait; On-site; KWD 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

RSM Kuwait is seeking an Associate to gain a thorough understanding of assigned areas and to collect, analyze, and structure data for client engagements.

You will support in documenting findings, developing reports, and communicating results to the team, while building professional relationships with clients across industries. Fluency in English and Arabic is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Analytical mindset and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Clear communication in writing and speaking.
• Ability to multi-task and manage priorities.

Responsibilities

• Develops basic understanding of client’s business.
• Collects and analyzes data for client engagements.
• Assists in documenting work and sharing with team.
• Supports in preparing reports and summaries for clients.
• Builds professional relationships with client personnel.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Team player

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor/Master in Management or Accounting

Professional certification (CPA/ACCA)

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description

An Associate’sjob is to have a thorough understanding of the assigned area. He/she collectsand analyses completeness of data, researches problems and structures resultsfrom the analysis.

Key Accountabilities:

1) Service Excellence (SE)

• SE1 Develops basic understanding of client’s business
• SE2 Develop client relationships
• SE3 Thoroughly documents and communicates the work and makes it available to the other members of the team as required.
• SE4 Collecting, analyzing and checking Financial data
• SE5 Assisting in carrying out quality services to clients in multiple industries
• SE6 Assist in-charge in obtaining all necessary working papers and documentation including researching and documenting facts and findings
• SE7 Assist in preparing reports, commentaries and financial information

2) Marketing and Sales (MS)

• MS1 Communicates potential add-on opportunities to other members of the Firm
• MS2 Develops basic understanding regarding the Firms services offerings
• MS3 Demonstrates a general knowledge of market trends, including opportunities and competitors' activities
• MS5 Contributes to the positioning of the Firm in the manner consistent with our global image: how we want to be perceived and what makes us stand out from our competitors
• MS6 Develops a professional network with new and existing clients for generating leads

3) Management Effectiveness (ME)

• ME1 Performs tasks within project scope
• ME2 Builds skills and capabilities in self in a service line area
• ME3 Performs assigned tasks within established timeframes

4) Leadership Effectiveness (LE)

• LE3 States clearly what is wanted and expected from others; clearly expresses thoughts and ideas; maintains a precise and constant flow of information
• LE4 Organizes personal effort along with those of juniors to be risk-based, productive, and efficient at all times
• LE5 Values people. Shows a genuine and active concern for others and their needs
• LE6 Demonstrates an understanding and appreciation of the cultural diversity present in the global business environment
• LE7 Adheres to office code of conduct (dress code, punctuality, etc.)

5) Consulting Skills (CS)

• CS1 Identify performance improvement opportunities in clients accounting system
• CS2 Having a working knowledge of tools such as Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• CS3 Adapts to the consulting culture with the help of senior team members.
• CS4 Interact with clients to help ensure that the information flow from the client to the team is efficient
• CS5 Identify and communicate orally and in writing, the issues / matters to Senior Associate/Supervisor.
• CS7 Develops professional relationships with client personnel to facilitate completion of the work
• CS8 Demonstrates respect for client culture and facilitates team to adapt to and operate effectively in that environment
• CS9 Demonstrates excellent communication skills with clients and team members
• CS14 Completes multiple concurrent assignments in accordance with approved plans and budgets and on or before deadlines.

6) Engagement Management (EM)

• EM1 Understands the context of own role within the total engagement
• EM2 Ensures adherence to the Time Sheet filling deadlines.

7) People Development (PD)

• PD1 Actively supports the integration of new staff into the practice
• PD3 Actively seeks on-the-job training to understand own role and responsibilities specific to each competency area

8) Self Development (SD)

• SD1 Ensures adequate focus on personal professional growth relevant to taking on more challenging assignments, in line with standard career progression – proactively seeks relevant Education and training opportunities
• SD2 Demonstrates professional and technical skills learned in training
• SD5 Keeps abreast of the new developments in the relevant field through reading / research / attending webinars / professional certifications

9) Practice Development (PD)

• PD1 Take ownership for the delivery of high quality work
• KM1 Ensures familiarity and periodic update of the Firm's OPD

Requirements

Key Success Factors

• Technically well trained, analytic personality, able to apply theoretical knowledge, motivated and ready to go the “extra mile”
• Strong team player, with the ability to multi-task, flexible and can work under pressure.
• Socially confident with good organization skills.
• Solid communication skills, structured presentation of results with good business writing capabilities

Education & Experience

Education:

• Bachelors or Masters Degree in Management/Accounting (as per requirements)
• Partial or full professional certification will be an added advantage
• Proficiency in spoken and written English and Arabic.

Experience:

• Consulting Experience of at least one year, although fresh graduates with good academic credentials will also be considered.