Assurance & Audit Associate - Growth & Travel Up to 25%

RSM US LLP; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

RSM US LLP is seeking an Associate in Texas to join our audit/accounting practice. You’ll travel to client locations and work on multiple engagements, applying GAAP/GAAS knowledge and collaborating with teams to deliver quality financial statements.

The role emphasizes understanding clients, risk assessment, and performing substantive tests while supporting the development of financial statements and reports for various industries. A BA/BS in accounting and travel readiness are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum B.A / B.S. degree or equivalent from an accredited university by the time employment commences
• Accounting major
• 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

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Accounting

Communication skills

Teamwork

Multitask

Education

B.A./B.S. degree

Accounting major

Job description

RSM US LLP is seeking an Associate in Texas to join our audit/accounting practice. You’ll travel to client locations and work on multiple engagements, applying GAAP/GAAS knowledge and collaborating with teams to deliver quality financial statements.

The role emphasizes understanding clients, risk assessment, and performing substantive tests while supporting the development of financial statements and reports for various industries. A BA/BS in accounting and travel readiness are required.