Accounting Advisory Manager

RSM US LLP; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 88,900 - 168,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Competitive benefits package

Discretionary bonus eligibility

Job summary

RSM US LLP in Houston, Texas is seeking an experienced professional for an Accounting and Finance Consulting role. The ideal candidate will have a BS/BA in Accounting, over 5 years of relevant experience, and strong project management skills. Responsibilities include managing multiple engagements, collaborating with specialists, and overseeing Audit teams. Competitive compensation ranges from $88,900 to $168,300 with eligibility for a discretionary bonus.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of current or recent experience in public accounting, financial reporting, or technical accounting.
• Minimum of 4 years of team-lead or senior-staff experience overseeing staff on multiple engagements.
• Understanding of audit services with knowledge of U.S. GAAP, IFRS, and FASB regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple concurrent engagements within the Accounting and Finance Consulting (AFC) practice.
• Collaborate with firm specialists on complex accounting matters.
• Supervise Audit Seniors and Supervisors on engagement teams.

Skills

Technical accounting knowledge

Client relationship management

Project management

Team leadership

Communication skills

Education

BS/BA in Accounting

Job description

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.
• 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 Audit Seniors and Supervisors on engagement teams.
• Oversee engagement economics and manage appropriate resources for efficient engagement models.
• Anticipate and address client concerns and, when appropriate, elevate issues; identify performance‑improvement opportunities.
• Understand RSM's service lines and work as a team to provide integrated service delivery.
• Develop others within the AFC practice through mentoring, training, and advising on career development or by participating in other firm initiatives.
• Understand RSM's lines of businesses and discuss with client management opportunities to introduce clients to other RSM services.
• Develop a strategy to leverage external relationships and centers of influence to promote business growth.
• Subscribe to and actively read industry publications and share relevant information with clients when applicable.
• Ensure professional development through ongoing education.
• Travel 25% or less of the year, depending on client needs.

Required Qualifications

• BS/BA degree in Accounting or an equivalent degree.
• 5+ years of current or recent experience in public accounting, financial reporting, or technical accounting.
• Excellent team and project‑management skills.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of audit services with knowledge of U.S. GAAP, IFRS, and FASB regulations.
• Proven record of building profitable, sustainable client relationships.
• Minimum of 4 years of team‑lead or senior‑staff experience overseeing staff on multiple engagements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing project teams related to accounting and finance optimization, audit readiness, complex accounting analysis and consultation, and new accounting standard implementation.
• A successful record of directing and deploying staff and senior associates on multiple, simultaneous engagements.
• CPA or equivalent certification.

Benefits and Compensation RSM offers a competitive benefits and compensation package for all employees, including flexibility in scheduling to balance personal and professional demands. Total rewards information is available at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity All applicants will receive consideration for employment. RSM does not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on race, color, creed, sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances, sex (including pregnancy or nursing), gender, sexual orientation, HIV status, national origin, ancestry, familial or marital status, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, political affiliation, medical condition, domestic violence victim status, past, current or prospective service in the U.S. uniformed service, U.S. Military/Veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristics, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Accommodation for Applicants Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment. RSM is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities.

Compensation Range: $88,900 – $168,300

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