Finance-as-a-Service Manager for IPO-Ready Companies

RSM US LLP; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 192,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Flexible schedule

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

RSM US LLP in Chicago is seeking an experienced Manager to join our Finance-as-a-Service (FaaS) practice, supporting publicly traded companies and IPO-ready clients. You will oversee accounting operations, review complex activities, and help clients build scalable, audit-ready finance functions.

This role requires a deep knowledge of public company accounting, internal controls, and month-end close processes, with leadership of engagement teams and collaboration with auditors and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Experience in public accounting and/or corporate accounting within a publicly traded company environment.
• Strong understanding of month-end close processes, financial reporting, and account reconciliation procedures.
• Knowledge of internal controls over financial reporting and audit readiness requirements.
• Experience reviewing accounting work performed by others and providing constructive feedback.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a key member of client engagement teams supporting public companies and IPO-ready organizations.
• Manage and review monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities to ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
• Review account reconciliations, journal entries, and supporting schedules to ensure they meet public company and audit standards.
• Evaluate accounting processes and identify opportunities to strengthen internal controls and improve operational efficiency.
• Assist clients in building and maintaining a robust control environment consistent with public company expectations.
• Oversee engagement workstreams while mentoring and coaching staff.
• Coordinate with client management, auditors, and cross-functional advisory teams to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Assist in the evaluation of complex accounting matters, including stock-based compensation, debt accounting, and other technical accounting areas.
• Identify engagement risks proactively and elevate issues appropriately while developing practical solutions.
• Support clients through periods of rapid growth, transformation, capital raises, and IPO readiness initiatives.
• Contribute to business development efforts by strengthening client relationships and identifying opportunities to expand services.

Skills

Public company accounting

Month-end close

Financial reporting

Account reconciliations

Internal controls

Audit readiness

Staff mentoring

Problem solving

Project management

Client service

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

NetSuite

Sage Intacct

QuickBooks Online

Job description

RSM US LLP in Chicago is seeking an experienced Manager to join our Finance-as-a-Service (FaaS) practice, supporting publicly traded companies and IPO-ready clients. You will oversee accounting operations, review complex activities, and help clients build scalable, audit-ready finance functions.

This role requires a deep knowledge of public company accounting, internal controls, and month-end close processes, with leadership of engagement teams and collaboration with auditors and