Assurance Manager - Insurance

RSM US LLP; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

A leading accounting firm seeks an experienced Audit Manager to oversee multiple teams during client engagements. The role involves risk assessment, procedure design, and client communication, requiring a BS/BA in Accounting and CPA or CA certification. Candidates should have over 5 years in public accounting, with a strong ability to lead and mentor associates. The position offers a competitive benefits package and flexibility in schedules to balance personal and work life.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a public accounting environment.
• Minimum of 4 years of team lead experience.
• Ability to mentor associates.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple audit engagement teams and client communications.
• Assess risk and implement audit procedures.
• Facilitate team training and professional development.

Skills

Client service

Audit methodology

Risk assessment

Team leadership

GAAP knowledge

Communication

Education

BS/BA Degree in Accounting

CPA or CA Certification

Job description

Responsibilities

• Provide timely, high quality client service that meets or exceeds client expectations including coordinating the auditing of all required financial statements, related disclosures, and other client deliverables.
• Assess risk and design and communicate audit procedures to engagement teams.
• Understand and utilize RSM's Audit Methodology.
• Manage multiple engagement teams and prepare end-of-engagement evaluations for staff.
• Understand skillsets and capabilities of Senior Associates and Supervisors; monitor and review work product and report on performance with coaching notes throughout the process.
• Supervise Audit Seniors and Supervisors on engagement teams and function as an in-charge facilitating field work by monitoring and reporting regarding productivity and adherence to work plan schedules on each assignment.
• Maintain contact with clients throughout the year to understand significant developments in the client’s business and assess impact on current year audit engagements.
• Develop others within the Firm through facilitating levels based or industry training, advising on career development or participating in other Firm initiatives.
• Subscribe to and actively read industry publications and share relevant information with clients as applicable.
• Anticipate and address client concerns and escalate issues as they arise.
• Understand RSM's lines of business, availability of services and, where applicable, discuss with client management 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.
• Manage profitability of projects.
• Identify and communicate accounting and auditing matters to Senior Managers and Partners.
• Identify performance improvement opportunities.
• Ensure professional development through ongoing education.
• Keep abreast of latest developments as they affect GAAP and the Firm’s standards and policies.
• Willingness to travel 25% of the year, depending on your clients.

Required Qualifications

• BS/BA Degree in Accounting or equivalent degree.
• CPA or CA Certification.
• 5+ years of current or recent experience in a public accounting environment.
• Experience leading teams and mentoring associates.
• Understanding of audit services with knowledge of GAAP, GAAS and FASB, or IFRS regulations.
• 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

• A successful record of directing and deploying staff and senior associates on multiple, simultaneous engagements.

RSM offers a competitive benefits and compensation package. We provide flexibility in schedules to balance life demands while serving clients.

RSM is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or harass on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in the recruitment process and/or employment. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact us.