Manager, Internal Audit - Process Risk and Controls

RSM US LLP; United States; Hybrid; USD 101,000 - 203,000; Full time

Job summary

RSM US LLP seeks a Manager in its Process Risk and Controls Practice to help clients strengthen risk and control environments, while advancing your leadership journey. You’ll gain exposure across industries, with a focus on life sciences engagements, partnering with senior leaders on strategic initiatives that manage risk.

You will apply your expertise in risk assessment, internal control optimization, and engagement leadership while collaborating with internal audit, CROs, and other

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Accounting, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in SOX, internal audit, external audit, or related internal control roles.
• CPA or CIA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as trusted advisor to commercial-sector clients by bringing forward insights on emerging risks, trends, and leading practices.
• Partner with internal audit teams, chief risk officers, SOX program leaders, and other stakeholders to strengthen enterprise risk management.
• Lead risk assessment interviews and develop risk-based internal audit plans tailored to client environments.
• Review engagement deliverables—including process narratives, flowcharts, and risk/control assessments—to ensure quality and forward-looking insights.
• Conduct closing meetings with client leadership to communicate findings and recommendations.
• Maintain responsibility for engagement economics, including budgeting, billing, and collections.
• Manage multiple client engagements simultaneously, ensuring high-quality delivery and client satisfaction.
• Support scope development, project planning, and budget alignment for new and existing clients.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with management-level and C-suite client stakeholders.
• Lead and develop engagement teams through delegation, coaching, and mentorship.
• Support business development efforts by contributing to proposals, pitch materials, and client conversations.
• Participate in industry events and associations to expand market presence and deepen sector expertise.
• Contribute to internal and external thought leadership focused on emerging risks and best practices.
• Collaborate across service lines to deliver integrated solutions that meet client needs.
• Build and leverage internal and external networks to drive client value and business growth.

Skills

SOX experience

Internal/External audit

Communication & writing

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business/Accounting or related field

CPA or CIA certification

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.

Position Overview

As a Manager in RSM’s expanding Process Risk and Controls Practice, you will play a key role in helping clients strengthen their risk and control environments while advancing your own leadership journey. This role offers the opportunity to apply your expertise in a meaningful way, supported by a culture that prioritizes continuous learning, mentorship, and collaboration.

You will gain exposure to a broad range of industries, with a focus on commercial clients and opportunities within life sciences engagements, while partnering with senior leaders on strategic initiatives that help organizations manage risk effectively.

What You’ll Do

Client Delivery & Advisory

• Serve as a trusted advisor to commercial-sector clients by bringing forward insights on emerging risks, trends, and leading practices
• Partner with internal audit teams, chief risk officers, SOX program leaders, and other stakeholders to strengthen enterprise risk management
• Lead risk assessment interviews and develop risk-based internal audit plans tailored to client environments
• Review engagement deliverables—including process narratives, flowcharts, and risk/control assessments—to ensure quality and forward-looking insights
• Conduct closing meetings with client leadership to communicate findings and recommendations

Engagement & Financial Management

• Maintain responsibility for engagement economics, including budgeting, billing, and collections
• Manage multiple client engagements simultaneously, ensuring high-quality delivery and client satisfaction
• Support scope development, project planning, and budget alignment for new and existing clients

Leadership & Business Development

• Build and maintain strong relationships with management-level and C-suite client stakeholders
• Lead and develop engagement teams through effective delegation, coaching, and mentorship
• Support business development efforts by contributing to proposals, pitch materials, and client conversations
• Participate in industry events and associations to expand market presence and deepen sector expertise

Firm Contribution & Thought Leadership

• Contribute to internal and external thought leadership focused on emerging risks and best practices
• Collaborate across service lines to deliver integrated solutions that meet client needs
• Build and leverage internal and external networks to drive client value and business growth

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Accounting, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in SOX, internal audit, external audit, or related internal control roles
• Relevant professional certification (e.g., CPA, CIA)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading project-based work with defined milestones and timelines
• Strong proficiency in professional writing, data analysis, and presentation tools
• Ability to travel to meet client needs and collaborate effectively across teams
• Adaptability to flexible work environments, including hybrid and remote work
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Effective time management and prioritization abilities
• Experience across multiple industries or subject-matter expertise in a specific sector (life sciences experience a plus)
• Proven ability to perform successfully in high-pressure, client-facing environments

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people.We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life’s demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients.Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits.

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. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please call us at 800-274-3978 or send us an email at [e-mail].

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. For those living in California or applying to a position in California, please click here for additional information.

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: $101,000 - $203,000

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