Process Risk and Controls Consulting Associate - Summer 2027

RSM US LLP; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

RSM US LLP is seeking a Risk Consulting Associate to work with diverse clients and industries, gaining hands-on experience with direct access to clients at various management levels. You’ll be mentored by a Performance Advisor to shape your career goals and develop practical skills in risk assessments and control projects.

Responsibilities include attending client meetings, preparing reports, and traveling to client sites. A CPA path is preferred, but not required.

Qualifications

• Pursuing at least a BA/BS from an accredited university
• Major in Accounting (preferred), Finance, Data & Analytics
• Minimum 3.0 GPA preferred
• Travel to client locations may be required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong computer skills (MS Office)
• CPA certification is preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Sit in on client meetings and support consulting projects
• Prepare reports on services performed and discuss results with clients
• Travel to client locations to deliver consulting services
• Complete projects efficiently within timelines and critical dates
• Leverage MS Office to analyze client information and document results
• Attend conferences, trainings, and meetings for professional development

Skills

Client communication

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Accounting/Finance major

GPA 3.0 preferred

Tools

MS Office

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.

RISK CONSULTINGPROCESS, RISK AND CONTROLSCONSULTING ASSOCIATE

As a Risk ConsultingAssociateat RSM, you will work with various sized businesses in diverse industries and receive hands‑on client experience with direct access to clients at various management levels. At the start of yourfull timepositionyou’llbe assigned a “PerformanceAdvisor” who will help youestablishyour career goals.

RSM’s Risk Consulting Group provides value added risk assessment services toclienteleand you will have the ability to be exposed to a wide variety of industries and clients. Examples of projects includeinternalaudits, SOX/complianceworkand financial reporting control projects intended to provide our clients withtimelyinformation on business operations and methods to mitigate potential risks.

Examples of the candidate’s responsibilities include:

• Sit in on client meetingsand supportconducting consulting projects
• Preparing reports on consulting services performed for clients; delivering reports whereappropriateand discussing results and recommendations with clients
• Traveling to client locations as requested to provide consulting services
• Completing client projects efficientlyin accordance withthe projecttimeline andcritical dates
• Leveragingproficiencyin Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint to analyze client information and document results and recommendations
• Opportunity to attend specific conferences, trainings, & meetings to continue professional development relevant to the role

To learn more about “a day in the life of a Risk Consultant” check out this video!

BasicRequirements

• Pursuing at least a B.A. / B.S. degree or equivalent from accredited university
• Major in Accounting (preferred), Finance, Data & Analytics
• Minimum 3.0 GPA preferred
• Travel to assigned client locations may berequired. Must have access to and ability to arrange for use of reliable modes of transportation to those locations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong computer skills, including MS Office
• Strong multi-tasking and project management skills
• Ability to work as an effective member of a team
• Mustpossessa high degree of integrity and professionalism
• Certification or working towards certification as a CPA (preferred but notrequired)

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 require sponsorship now or in the future. This includes individuals who will one dayrequest or require RSM to file or complete immigration‑related forms or prepare letters on their behalf in order for them to obtain or continue their work authorization.

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: $74,800 - $89,250