Director - Financial Due Diligence

RSM US; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 151,000 - 304,000; Full time

Job summary

RSM US LLP in the United States is seeking a Financial Due Diligence Director to lead and manage complex diligence engagements, focusing on transactions involving private equity groups and corporate buyers and sellers. You will develop planning approaches, identify opportunities, and guide teams to deliver high-quality work.

The role requires mentoring staff, advising clients on transaction risks, and driving business development within the Transaction Advisory Service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 9+ years of experience.
• Experience building and growing a Transaction Advisory Service Practice.

Responsibilities

• Oversees multiple diligence engagements.
• Advises clients on transaction risks.
• Mentors managers and directors.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Business development

Client advisory

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Job description

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, 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.

As a Financial Due Diligence Director you will lead and manage complex financial due diligence engagements, focusing on transactions involving private equity groups and corporate buyers and sellers. You will develop and deliver high-quality planning approaches, identify business opportunities, and enhance go-to-market strategies while leading teams to foster trust, leverage diverse views, and coach staff. Additionally, you will utilize proven business development skills to build upon transaction advisory services work and consistently exceed client expectations.

Job Responsibilities

• Oversees multiple diligence engagements.
• Advises clients on transaction risks.
• Mentors managers and directors.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 9+ years of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Successful track record of building and growing a Transaction Advisory Service Practice.

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits.

We believe flexibility and in-person connection both play an important role in how we work and grow. Most roles at RSM follow a hybrid workstyle, which means team members are aligned to an RSM office and come together in person when it best supports clients, teams, development or relationship‑building. Some roles may be virtual or primarily on‑site based on role requirements, team priorities and client needs.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment as RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; color; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender; sexual orientation; HIV Status; 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 US uniformed service; US Military/Veteran status; pre‑disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

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.

RSM does not intend to hire entry level candidates who will require sponsorship now OR in the future (i.e. F‑1 visa holders). If you are a recent U.S. college / university graduate possessing 1‑2 years of progressive and relevant work experience in a same or similar role to the one for which you are applying, excluding internships, you may be eligible for hire as an experienced associate.

RSM will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records.

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: $151,200 - $304,200

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