Accounting and Finance Consulting Director - Public ...

OverviewWe 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 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 Director to join our Accounting and Finance Consulting (AFC) practice with a focus in public company transactions, including IPOs and public company M&A. Our clients include firms in a variety of industries, including financial services, technology, life sciences, and manufacturing, among others. We serve clients with local, national or international presence and diverse organizational structures, developing meaningful solutions for your business.ResponsibilitiesManage multiple concurrent engagements within the AFC practice to provide technical accounting and financial or business advisory guidance to clientsDemonstrate intermediate to advanced knowledge of complex accounting conceptsProvide timely, high quality client service that meets or exceeds client expectations including coordinating the development and execution of the consulting work plan and client deliverablesCollaborate directly with firm specialists/subject matter experts on complex accounting mattersAssist in the preparation of technical memos and other client deliverablesManage AFC engagements and the engagement teamsOversee engagement economics and manage appropriate resources for efficient engagement modelsAnticipate and address client concerns and escalate issues as they arise; identify performance improvement opportunitiesUnderstand RSM’s service lines and work as a team in providing an integrated service deliveryDevelop others within the AFC practice through mentoring, training and advising on career development or participating in other Firm initiativesUnderstand RSM’s lines of businesses, availability of services and where applicable, discuss with client management opportunities to make valuable introductions to others in the firmDevelop a strategy to utilize relationships external to the firm with different types of Centers of Influence to effectuate business growthSubscribe to and actively read industry publications and share relevant information with clients as considered applicableEnsure professional development through ongoing educationWillingness to travel 30% or less of the year, depending on your clientsRequired QualificationsBS/BA Degree in Accounting or equivalent degree7+ years of current or recent experience in a public accounting or SEC financial reporting capacityExcellent team and project management skillsAdvanced written and verbal communication skillsProficient in US GAAP and Regulation S-XA proven record of building profitable, sustainable client relationshipsA successful record of directing and deploying staff senior associates/supervisors, managers on multiple, simultaneous engagementsPreferred QualificationsPCAOB audit experienceFamiliarity with COSO internal control integrated frameworkExperience in leading project teams related to large or complex transactions like IPOs, reverse mergers, or carve-outsCPA or equivalent certificationBenefits and Other InformationAt 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 Opportunity and AccessibilityAll 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. 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 email does not intend to hire entry level candidates who will require sponsorship now or in the future (i.e., F-1 visa holders). If you are a recent U.S. college/university graduate with 1-2 years of progressive and relevant work experience in a similar role, you may be eligible for hire as an experienced associate.RSM will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable law. For additional information regarding RSM’s background check process, including information about job duties that necessitate background checks, click here.Salary information: compensation range is $126,500 - $254,700. Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17