RSM US LLP

Transaction Accounting Manager

RSM US LLP

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Chicago • California • Illinois • United States

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Salary

💰 $88,900 - $168,300 per year

About the role

  • Manage multiple concurrent engagements within the Deals Accounting and Strategic Finance practice to provide technical accounting and financial or business advisory guidance to clients
  • Demonstrate intermediate to advanced knowledge of complex accounting concepts
  • Provide timely, high quality client service that meets or exceeds client expectations including coordinating the development and execution of the consulting work plan and client deliverables
  • Collaborate directly with firm specialists/subject matter experts on complex accounting matters
  • Supervise Audit Seniors and Supervisors on engagement teams
  • Oversee engagement economics and manage appropriate resources for efficient engagement models
  • Provide accounting advisory and execution support across complex buy‑side and sell‑side transactions
  • Support sell‑side readiness by identifying accounting gaps, improving and preparing transaction‑ready financial reporting, enhancing monthly and quarter-end close processes, and addressing complex accounting considerations in advance of exit processes
  • Perform transaction‑related accounting analyses, including business combinations, carve‑outs, and resolution of complex accounting and reporting issues under applicable accounting standards
  • Design and implement accounting policies, reporting structures, and finance and accounting processes including scalable monthly close frameworks and controls to support accurate financial reporting
  • Support day‑one and post‑close accounting and financial reporting readiness, including stabilization of the monthly close, accounting and finance functional integration, and coordination across stakeholders
  • Assist management with post‑close financial reporting obligations, purchase agreement requirements, and ongoing accounting and financial reporting integration activities including ongoing close optimization and reporting cadence alignment
  • Anticipate and address client concerns and escalate issues as they arise; identify performance improvement opportunities
  • Understand RSM’s service lines and work as a team in providing an integrated service delivery
  • Develop others within the Transaction Accounting service line through mentoring, training and advising on career development or participating in other Firm initiatives
  • 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 to utilize relationships external to the firm with different types of Centers of Influence to effectuate business growth
  • Subscribe to and actively read industry publications and share relevant information with clients as considered applicable
  • Ensure professional development through ongoing education
  • Willingness to travel 25% or less of the year, depending on your clients

Requirements

  • BS/BA Degree in Accounting or equivalent degree
  • 5+ years of current or recent experience in a public accounting, financial reporting or technical accounting capacity
  • Excellent team and project management skills
  • Advanced written and verbal communication skills
  • Understanding of audit services with knowledge of US GAAP regulations
  • A proven record of building profitable, sustainable client relationships
  • Minimum of 4 years of team lead or in-charge experience overseeing staff on multiple engagements
  • Experience in managing project teams related to one or more of the following areas: accounting and finance optimization, audit readiness, complex accounting analysis and consultation
  • A successful record of directing and deploying staff and senior associates on multiple, simultaneous engagements
  • CPA or equivalent certification.
Benefits
  • flexibility in your schedule
  • empowering you to balance life’s demands
  • maintaining your ability to serve clients
  • professional development opportunities
  • competitive benefits and compensation package
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
technical accountingfinancial reportingcomplex accounting conceptsaccounting policiestransaction-related accounting analysesbusiness combinationscarve-outsUS GAAPaccounting and finance optimizationaudit readiness
Soft Skills
client serviceteam managementproject managementcommunication skillsmentoringrelationship buildingperformance improvementproblem-solvingcollaborationstrategic thinking
Certifications
CPA