Process Risk and Controls Consulting Associate - Summer 2027

rsm; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

RSM is seeking a Risk & Controls Consulting Associate in San Francisco to work with diverse mid-market clients, gaining hands-on experience and direct client access. You will be paired with a Performance Advisor to shape your career goals and contribute to internal audits, SOX/compliance work, and financial reporting control projects.

Expect involvement in client meetings, report preparation, travel to locations, and skill-building through conferences and trainings, with strong emphasis on MS

Qualifications

• Pursuing at least a BA/BS degree or equivalent, expected by Dec 2026 or Jun 2027.
• Major in Accounting (preferred), Finance, Data & Analytics.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Sit in on client meetings and support consulting projects.
• Prepare reports and discuss results with clients.
• Travel to client locations as needed to provide services.
• Complete client projects efficiently within timelines.
• Utilize MS Office to analyze information and document results.
• Attend trainings and meetings for professional development.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Project management

Team collaboration

Education

BA/BS in Accounting/Finance/Data & Analytics (expected 2026/2027)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

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 CONSULTING PROCESS, RISK AND CONTROLS CONSULTING ASSOCIATE

As a Risk Consulting Associate at 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 your full time position you'll be assigned a " Performance Advisor " who will help you establish your career goals.

RSM's Risk Consulting Group provides value added risk assessment services to clientele and you will have the ability to be exposed to a wide variety of industries and clients. Examples of projects include internal audits, SOX/compliance work and financial reporting control projects intended to provide our clients with timely information on business operations and methods to mitigate potential risks.

Examples of the candidate's responsibilities include:

• Sit in on client meetings and support conducting consulting projects
• Preparing reports on consulting services performed for clients; delivering reports where appropriate and discussing results and recommendations with clients
• Traveling to client locations as requested to provide consulting services
• Completing client projects efficiently in accordance with the project timeline and critical dates
• Leveraging proficiency in 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 !

Basic Requirements

• Pursuing at least a B.A. / B.S. degree or equivalent from accredited university, expected completion of degree by December 2026 or June 2027
• Major in Accounting (preferred), Finance, Data & Analytics
• Minimum 3.0 GPA preferred
• Travel to assigned client locations may be required . 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
• Must possess a high degree of integrity and professionalism
• Certification or working towards certification as a CPA (preferred but not required )

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 day request 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.

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