Provide timely, high quality client service that meets or exceeds client expectations including coordinating audits of complex financial statements, related disclosures, and other client deliverables
Develop an understanding of the client’s business and needs, and become a consumer products industry specialist
Understand and utilize RSM’s audit methodology
Lead the team through the entire audit process, preparing all necessary financial statements and related disclosures and reportable conditions letters, with an eye on quality, thoroughness and accuracy
Collaborate with the engagement manager/senior manager on engagement approach and execute on the plan using a risk-based approach
Recognize industry-specific and general accounting and auditing issues
Provide insightful feedback on financial statements and prepare other client deliverables such as board communications, deficiency letters, management letters, etc.
Supervise associates and seniors on engagement teams and function as an in-charge, monitoring and reporting regarding productivity and adherence to work plan and budget
Anticipate and address client concerns and escalate issues as they arise
Interact with clients to help ensure the information flow from client to audit team and vice versa is efficient
Identify and communicate significant accounting and auditing matters to manager/senior manager and partner on engagement
Identify performance improvement opportunities for team members
Understand client and industry issues, and recognize opportunities for RSM to assist the client in increasing level and types of services
Manage time appropriately across multiple projects
Keep abreast of industry developments by reading trade publications and other relevant thought leadership
Ensure professional development through ongoing education
Willingness to travel 25% of the year, depending on your clients