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Reporting to the Associate Director, Financial Planning and Analytics, you will play a key role in ... Collaborate with external auditors during annual financial audits and ensure financial information ...

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What is an associate auditor?

Associate Auditors are entry-level professionals who assist in examining and evaluating an organization’s financial records, internal controls, and compliance with regulations. They typically work under the supervision of senior auditors and help identify discrepancies or inefficiencies in financial processes. Their responsibilities often include gathering data, preparing audit documentation, and supporting the audit team during fieldwork. Associate Auditors play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial information within a company.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an associate auditor, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Associate Auditor, you need a solid understanding of accounting principles, analytical skills, and typically a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance. Familiarity with audit software, Microsoft Excel, and knowledge of industry standards such as GAAP or IFRS are commonly expected, with some roles preferring candidates pursuing or holding CPA certification. Strong attention to detail, critical thinking, and effective communication skills help Associate Auditors excel in evaluating financial records and collaborating with clients and teams. These capabilities are crucial for ensuring compliance, identifying financial discrepancies, and maintaining the integrity of audit processes.

What are some typical challenges faced by associate auditors during their first year, and how can they overcome them?

Associate Auditors often encounter challenges such as adapting to strict deadlines, learning complex regulatory frameworks, and managing multiple client engagements simultaneously. It can also be demanding to quickly grasp audit software and documentation standards. To overcome these hurdles, new auditors should proactively seek mentorship from senior team members, regularly review industry guidelines, and communicate openly with their team to clarify expectations and workflows. Consistent feedback and ongoing learning can help Associate Auditors build confidence and become more efficient in their role.
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Assurance Senior Manager - Public Companies/Oil & Gas

RSM

Calgary, AB

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago


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, inclusive 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.

RSM is looking for a Manager to join our Assurance team, who provides high-quality client service by coordinating audits of financial statements and related deliverables. This role involves assessing risk, managing multiple engagement teams, supervising Audit Seniors and Supervisors, maintaining client contact, and developing others within the firm. You will have the opportunity to work as a team member on diverse client engagements as part of our national and local assurance practice on public company audits.

Job Responsibilities

  • Providetimely, high quality client service that meets or exceeds client expectations including coordinating the auditing of all required financial statements, related disclosures, and other client deliverables

  • Assess risk along with design and communicate audit procedures to engagement teams

  • Understand and utilize RSM's Audit Methodology

  • Manage multiple engagement teams and prepare end-of-engagement evaluations for staff

  • Understand skillsets and capabilities of Senior Associates and Supervisors andmonitorand review work product that they prepare and report on performance while articulating coaching notes throughout the process

  • Supervise Audit Seniors and Supervisors on engagement teams and function as an in-chargefacilitatingfield work by monitoring and reportingregardingproductivity and adherence to work plan schedules on each assignment

  • Maintain contact with clients throughout the year to understand impact of significant developments in client's business and assess impact on current year audit engagements

  • Develop others within the Firm through facilitating levels based or industry training, advising on career development orparticipatingin other Firm initiatives

  • Subscribe to and actively read industry publications and share relevant information with clients as considered applicable

  • Anticipate and address client concerns and escalate issues as they arise

  • Understand RSM's lines of businesses, availability of services and where applicable, discuss with client management of opportunities to make valuable introductions to others in the firm

  • Develop a strategy toutilizerelationships external to the firm withdifferent typesof Centers ofInfluence to effectuate business growth

  • Manage profitability of projects

  • Identifyand communicate accounting and auditing matters to Senior Managers and Partners

  • Identifyperformance improvement opportunities

  • Ensure professional development through ongoing education

  • Keep abreast of latest developments as they affect GAAP and the Firm's standards and policies

  • Willingness to travel 25% of the year, depending on your clients

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or other discipline.

  • Active CPA (or equivalent certification) required.

  • 9+ years of recent assurance experience within a public accounting environment with extensive exposure to external audit engagements.

  • Proven experience leading and managing multiple audit engagements from planning through completion, including overseeing engagement teams, managing scopes. timelines, and budgets, and ensuring quality standards are met.

  • Excellent technical proficiency in accounting and auditing standards, including GAAP, CASs or other relevant regulatory requirements, with the ability to apply risk-based audit methodology, control testing, substantive procedures, and financial statement review.

  • Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with firm personnel and clients, manage client relationships, respond to client needs, and address issues while building trust.

  • Proven client relationship and business development experience, with a history of building, maintaining, and growing sustainable client relationships, identifying opportunities to expand services, and delivering high-quality client service.

  • Applies sound business judgment, risk awareness, and ethical integrity to ensure audit quality, compliance, and independence, and to provide guidance to team members.

  • Excellent leadership and people-management skills, including mentoring, coaching, performance feedback, and supporting the career development of audit staff through the manager level.

  • Ability to work effectively in a professional office environment and, as required by the role, at client sites, including the ability to sit for extended periods of time and work at a computer and other standard office equipment.

  • Ability to work extended and/or non-standard hours during peak periods or as necessary to meet client, project, or firm business needs.

  • Ability to maintain consistent onsite presence during core business hours, regularly report to a firm office location, and travel to client sites as required, including access to reliable transportation.

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://rsmcanada.com/careers/life-at-rsm/rewards-and-benefits.html.

RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; colour; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender (including gender identity and/or gender expression); sexual orientation; 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 Canadian uniformed service; Canadian Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable provincial employment legislation.

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 careers@rsmus.com.

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: $99,000 - $168,500

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